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…
Early Intervention in Pediatric Dentistry for Better Sleep and Growth
By: Mark T. Murphy, DDSThis topic originally appeared on PankeyGram.org. Dr. Murphy granted permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers. Sleep is the foundation of a child’s health and development, yet many children struggle with undiagnosed sleep disorders. One of the most overlooked conditions is pediatric sleep apnea, a disorder that can have serious consequences…
The Practice Profitability Playbook: Part 2
Part 2: Financial Control — Show Me the Money in Your Dental Practice By: Dawn Patrick, Business Strategy Coach, IgniteDDS Money makes a practice run, but too often, practices struggle to collect what they earn. Without strong financial control, even busy offices can leave revenue on the table. Financial Control is the system that ensures…
Did Your Dental Assistant Give You Expired Anesthetic Again?
If So, Here’s What We Need to Do By: Ronda Holman There’s nothing that sinks a dentist’s stomach faster than spotting an expired anesthetic carpule during a procedure. It’s frustrating, embarrassing, and it instantly breaks the flow of the appointment. But when expired anesthetic shows up repeatedly, it’s rarely because your dental assistant is careless;…
Endo Made Simple Part 1: Caries, Locating Canals, & Initial Access
By: Michael Eid Before you can shape and clean, you have to get the tooth ready, find the canals, and remove the pulp. Here’s a step-by-step guide for students. Step 1: Remove Caries & Build a Safe Access 🦷 High-Yield Tip: Always think “containment”. Your irrigant must stay inside the chamber. Isolation is the key…
What We’re Really Thankful For: A Note to the Dental Community
By: Dr. Sable Muntean As we head into Thanksgiving week, we wanted to pause and offer something simple, but genuine: Thank you. Not in a passing, casual way, but from a place of true understanding of what this profession asks of you every single day. To the Dentists You are leaders, healers, problem-solvers, and steady…
Fee Negotiation Myths That Keep Dentists Underpaid
By: Angela Holland, Founder of Preferred Dental SolutionsInsurance Expert and Strategy Consultant for Dental PracticesPreferredDentalSolutions.com There’s a long-standing myth in dentistry that PPO fees are fixed. That’s what you’re paid and it’s what you’re stuck with. Let me be clear: that’s simply not true. Every week, we help dental practices negotiate substantial increases, sometimes 20%,…
Digital Dentistry Workflow: Superior Esthetics and Functionality
By: John C. Cranham, DDS This article originally appeared on PankeyGram.Org. Dr. Cranham granted permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers. Managing complex esthetic and functional dental cases requires precision, efficiency, and a thorough understanding of occlusion. Traditional analog workflows have served dentistry well, but digital workflows now allow for greater accuracy, predictability, and efficiency….
From Clinician To CEO: Part 2
Part 2. Systems Control – Turning Chaos Into Consistency By: Dr. David Rice When a dentist shares they’d like more money and more time off, my first thought is, of course. My second thought is what I know they’re really after: freedom. When most new practice owners feel overwhelmed, it’s rarely because they’re bad at…
How to Actually Unplug This Holiday Season & Why You Should
By: Dr. Sable Muntean The holidays are supposed to be the season of peace, rest, and connection, yet for many dental professionals, it ends up being one of the most stressful times of the year. Schedules fill up, year-end production goals loom, and even when the office finally closes for a few days, your mind…
Selling To a DSO: Yes or No?!?
By: Todd Doobrow, CFP As the dental industry evolves, many independent dentists are considering selling their practices to Dental Support Organizations (DSOs). DSOs offer management and administrative support, allowing dentists to focus more on clinical care. However, while this option can be appealing, it’s not without its drawbacks. Below is a balanced look at the…