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    1. Dentistry Unmasked

    Dentist vs. hygienist: Perio perspectives

    Aug. 27, 2024
    In today’s episode, David and Pam tackle one of dentistry's most pressing questions: Why do our priorities and approaches to perio treatment differ so vastly between dental and dental hygiene professionals?

    Joined by the insightful Dr. Mia Geisinger and renowned hygienist Katrina Sanders, RDH, they explore how we can bridge the gap and collaborate more effectively to ensure our patients' periodontal health. But that's not all—this discussion goes beyond clinical care to address a critical concern for many practices: profitability. Is it true that hygiene can’t be profitable, or are we overlooking opportunities to boost revenue from hygiene operations? Tune in to discover actionable strategies that can transform both patient outcomes and your bottom line.

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    About the Author

    Pamela Maragliano-Muniz, DMD | Chief Editor

    Pamela Maragliano-Muniz, DMD, is the chief editor of Dental Economics. Based in Salem, Massachusetts, Dr. Maragliano-Muniz began her clinical career as a dental hygienist. She went on to attend Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, where she earned her doctorate in dental medicine. She then attended the University of California, Los Angeles, School of Dental Medicine, where she became board-certified in prosthodontics. Dr. Maragliano-Muniz owns a private practice, Salem Dental Arts, and lectures on a variety of clinical topics. You may contact her at [email protected]. 

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    David R. Rice, DDS | Chief Editor of DentistryIQ and Founder of igniteDDS

    As seen on The Doctors, David R. Rice, DDS, chief editor of DentistryIQ and founder of igniteDDS, the nation’s largest new dentist and student community, travels the world speaking, writing, and connecting today’s top young dentists with tomorrow’s most successful dental practices. He leads a team-centered, restorative and implant practice in East Amherst, New York. With 28 years of practice in the books, he’s trained at the Pankey Institute, the Dawson Academy, Spear Education, and most prolifically at the school of hard knocks.

    Updated February 7, 2024

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