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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.
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…
The Art of Saying “No” Without Guilt During the Busiest Time of Year
By: Dr. Sable Muntean The holiday season can feel like a perfect storm for dental professionals. Schedules…
Choosing the Right Color Palette for Your Dental Office
By: A-dec With design, we surround ourselves with color that affects mood, energy, and mindfulness. And design trends continually transform. In 2023, we see a return to moody tones that represent strength, earthiness, positivity, and biophilic design, which brings the awe of our planet into our spaces and connects us with the natural environment. Biophilic…
Dental Fuel Episode 12: Expert Advice with Dr. Shannon Johnson
In Dental Fuel Episode 12, Dr. Shannon Johnson wraps up our last episode with her by providing some expert advice. If you haven’t met her already, she is a clinical rockstar and an amazing person. We all can learn so much from her and I hope you will get the opportunity to meet her in…
Tips When Looking for a Dental Associate Position
By: Dr. Bri Torgerson Navigating associate positions can be intimidating. If you’re like me, you can be confused and lost in the vastness of contracts and office nuances that exist for Associate Dentists. I’m excited to walk you through everything I have come across in the many offices I have worked in. I’ll expand on some…
Powerful Connections: How Morning Huddles & Monthly Team Meetings Supercharge Dental Practices
By: Dawn Patrick As a dental practice, the key to success lies not only in providing excellent patient care but also in maintaining efficient operations and fostering a cohesive team environment. Two essential components that contribute to achieving these goals are: These gatherings play a significant role in the overall success of a dental practice…
Dental Fuel Episode 11: Team Mistake with Dr. Shannon Johnson
Working in teams can be tough! Shannon Johnson knows the ins and outs of working in a team but also working in a practice alone! In Dental Fuel Episode 11, Shannon talks about some team mistakes that are commonly made and how she has come to appreciate team members in her practice of dentistry. Shannon…
DDS or MRS: Changing Your Name When You Get Married
By: Savannah Craig There are seemingly one million different questions to answer and decisions to be made while planning a wedding. You have to make a decision on everything from what types of flowers you want, to who will be invited. As a dentist, doctor, or someone who holds a professional license or publication you…
How to Bring Connected Dentistry into Your Operatory
By: A-dec Connected products are virtually everywhere you look: from fitness trackers to digital doorbells to smart refrigerators. And while most of us don’t use the official, technical term “Internet of Things” (IoT) to describe them, we understand the benefits of choosing a smart product. Surprisingly, while IoT has been utilized in other industries for years,…
Dental Fuel Episode 10: Financial Mistake with Dr. Shannon Johnson
Dr. Shannon Johnson has wisdom in dentistry and experience in the field. She knows firsthand about financial mistakes and how to overcome them! In Dental Fuel episode 10, she shares just that– a financial mistake and the steps she took to overcome it! 🎙️ Listen to Dental Fuel Episode 10 on Apple Podcasts Dental Fuel…
From Overwhelmed to Empowered: Conquer the Challenges of Buying + Owning a Dental Practice
With the Dental Business Mastermind Course:Learn How to Conquer the Challenges of Buying + Owning a Dental Practice By: Dr. David Rice Are you a young dentist looking to take the leap from being an associate to becoming a successful practice owner? Buying a practice is tough. It takes most new dentists months simply to…
Dental Fuel Episode 9: Clinical Mistake with Dr. Shannon Johnson
Shannon Johnson is in the HOUSE, bringing the DENTAL heat!! A true ROCKSTAR in the dental world and an AMAZING educator, she’s about to BLOW YOUR MIND in this week’s episode as she reveals her clinical mistake, the lessons learned, and how she turned it all around! Shannon Johnson grew up in a small coal…









