Chief Editor of the GetLit Newsletter for igniteDDS.com.
Dr. Sable Muntean is a native of California, having attended college at the University of Southern California. She then graduated from LECOM School of Dental Medicine in Florida, simultaneously earning her degrees as a Doctor of Dental Medicine and Master in Health Services Administration.
She continued her training at Southern Illinois University's School of Dental Medicine, where she completed a year-long Advanced Education in General Dentistry Residency, followed by another year in an Implant Fellowship.
After some time in private practice, Dr. Muntean is now proudly serving as the first full-time female staff dentist at the St. Louis VA Medical Center taking care of local veterans.
In 2020 she was inducted into the esteemed Pierre Fauchard Academy, and most recently was selected as a recipient of the 2023 American Dental Association's Top 10 Under 10 Award.
Single Implant Planning in the Esthetic Zone: Part 1
Diagnosis, Positioning, and the Biology You Can’t Ignore By: Dr. Sable Muntean Of all the procedures we perform…
How Dentistry Affects the People You Love: Part 3
The Guilt Dental Professionals Feel Toward Their Partners and Families By: Dr. Sable Muntean Guilt is a…
How Dentistry Affects the People You Love: Part 2
Why Dental Professionals Struggle With Emotional Availability By: Dr. Sable Muntean After a long day at the…
How Dentistry Affects the People You Love: Part 1
How Dentistry Quietly Changes Your Relationships By: Dr. Sable Muntean Dentistry is a deeply rewarding profession. Every…
The Guilt Dental Professionals Feel When They’re Not Working
Why Stepping Away From Dentistry Can Feel So Uncomfortable By: Dr. Sable Muntean For many dental professionals,…
Holiday Recovery for Dentists: How to Reset After an Emotionally Draining Year
By: Dr. Sable Muntean The holidays are often portrayed as a time of rest and renewal. For…
Why January Is the Best Time to Fix Broken Systems in Your Dental Practice
By: Dr. Sable Muntean January is often labeled as a “slow month” in dentistry. The holidays are…
New Year, Same Mouth: A Dentist’s Realistic Approach to Resolutions
By: Dr. Sable Muntean January arrives, and with it comes the usual flood of resolutions: eat cleaner,…
How Dentists Can Navigate Holiday Parties Without ‘Talking Teeth’ All Night
By: Dr. Sable Muntean Holiday parties are supposed to be fun—good food, good music, good company. But…
How to Stay Sane During December’s Patient Rush: A Dentist’s Guide to Balance
By: Dr. Sable Muntean December is a special kind of chaos for dental professionals. It’s the perfect…
Challenges & Benefits of Working in Healthcare
By: Dr. Savanah Craig Working in healthcare is challenging for many reasons. I would bet that most people in healthcare are high-achieving and have a strong desire to help others. This makes people susceptible to burnout. Dentists, however, have the added level of patient fear, distrust, and isolation to contend with. Spend enough time with…
How to Master a Complete Dental Examination
By: Dr. Leonard A. Hess, DDS, Clinical Director, The Dawson AcademyThis article originally appeared on TheDawsonAcademy.com, Dr. Hess allowed igniteDDS to share with our readers. The key to offering complete dentistry starts with a thorough complete dental examination, but the order and how each Dentist explains this to patients can vary. 4 Steps to a…
Building a Strong Culture with Your Dental Team: The Foundation of a Thriving Practice
By: Dawn Patrick, Dental Coach + Director of Operations IGNITEDDS In the ever-evolving world of dentistry, clinical skills and patient care are paramount. However, the success of a dental practice isn’t driven by technical expertise alone. Behind every flourishing practice is a unified, motivated, and engaged dental team that works seamlessly together. The key to…
Improving Efficiency in Dental Treatment Room Turnover
By: Ronda Holman One of the common frustrations in a dental practice is when treatment room turnover takes longer than necessary. This delay can create bottlenecks, lead to patient dissatisfaction, and disrupt the schedule. Teaching a dental assistant to clean and set up a treatment room efficiently is essential for maintaining a smooth workflow. 5…
Shifting ‘The Locus of Control’ Towards a True Partnership
By: Brad WeissThis topic originally appeared on Pankey.org. Dr. Weiss granted permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers. As a maximizer, I’m always tweaking processes to try to make things a little better. A few years back on the advice of a wise mentor, I made a small change to the last question I…
Building & Maintaining a Strong, Committed Dental Team: A Comprehensive Guide for Long-Term Success
By: Dawn Patrick, Dental Coach + Director of Operations IGNITEDDS The success of any dental practice is rooted in the strength of its team. As a dentist and business owner, the challenge of managing a team while balancing clinical duties can feel overwhelming. However, creating a culture of engagement, accountability, and commitment is crucial for…
Solea Dental Laser Transformation
By: Dr. Anthony Bolamperti, DDSThis topic originally appeared on ConvergentDental.com. Dr. Bolamperit granted permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers. Every doctor who invests in a Solea dental laser has a transformation. Every transformation may be a little different, but they all have common threads that tie us together. My transformation began earlier than…
Individualized Patient Details for Lifelong Relationships
By: DeAnne Blazek DDSThis topic originally appeared on Pankey.org. Dr. Blazek granted permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers. We see many patients daily and, it’s hard to remember all of them. You may remember their dental concerns or recall your work once you examined but not the people themselves. Keeping an individualized notebook…
Embracing Balance in Dentistry: Dr. Naved Fatmi on Avoiding Burnout
Host: Dr. Tanya Sue MaestasGuest: Dr. Naved FatmiEdited By: Candy Velez CRDH In the fast-paced world of dentistry, balancing practice demands with personal well-being can often feel like walking a tightrope. Burnout, a state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion caused by excessive and prolonged stress, looms as a serious risk. Fortunately, Dr. Naved Fatmi’s…
Exceeding Dental Patient Expectations
A Practice of Exceeding Dental Patient Expectation By: Timothy Anderson, DDSThis topic originally appeared on ConvergentDental.com. Dr. Anderson granted permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers. Patient-Centered, Technology-Driven Culture A few years ago, I did the crazy thing of starting a dental practice from scratch. Naturally, there were some hurdles and struggles, specifically doing…