Dentistry Unmasked

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Dentistry Unmasked is a roundtable podcast with your hosts, Dr. Pam Maragliano and Dr. Brian Novy. Join us as we bring notable guest contributors from all parts of dentistry every week. We discuss the topics that every business owner wants to know, including practice management, discussions for students and new grads, new and existing technologies and products, and hot-button issues circulating in our dental forums.

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unmasked episode 137
Dr. Charlie Ward pulls back the curtain on what it truly takes to earn AACD accreditation on this episode of Dentistry Unmasked.
March 31, 2026
Little patients, big teamwork: Mastering referrals and collaboration in kids’ dentistry
In this episode of Dentistry Unmasked, Dr. Jeannette MacLean joins Pam and Brian to discuss all things pediatrics.
March 27, 2026
unmasked episode 136
This week on Dentistry Unmasked, Brian and Pam sit down with Dr. Jason Auerbach—better known to many as @bloodytoothguy. With a schedule that seems nonstop, we finally ask the...
March 25, 2026
unmasked episode 135
This week on Dentistry Unmasked, Pam and Brian sit down with renowned pharmacologist Tom Viola for a timely and practical conversation on preventives in dentistry.
March 18, 2026
Salivary diagnostics: The next frontier in health care
Salivary diagnostics isn’t just “the future”—it’s already here. If you’ve ever wondered how dentistry fits into the larger medical landscape, this episode will change the way ...
March 11, 2026
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This week on Dentistry Unmasked, Pam Maragliano and Brian Novy take a deep dive into one of dentistry’s most talked-about preventive materials: silver diamine fluoride (SDF).
March 4, 2026
unmasked episode 132
With RFK’s newly proposed inverted food pyramid making headlines, what does it actually mean for your patients—and for your own daily life?
Feb. 26, 2026
unmasked episode 131
This episode of Dentistry Unmasked offers thoughtful reflection and practical perspective for dental teams committed to compassionate care, deeper understanding, and continuous...
Feb. 20, 2026
DU episode 130
In part one of this two-part series, we sit down with a dentist who shares her deeply personal journey of coming out as transgender and the profound impact it had on every aspect...
Feb. 11, 2026
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In this episode of the Dental Economics podcast, we sit down with Dr. Jonathan Levine, DDS, a cosmetic and restorative dentist who has integrated Emface TMJ, a breakthrough non...
Feb. 2, 2026
unmasked episode 128
In this episode of Dentistry Unmasked, Pam and Brian sit down with Dr. Keith Nicholson—an orthodontist, MBA, and practice transition expert—for a wide-ranging, eye-opening conversation...
Jan. 27, 2026
unmasked episode 127
In this episode of Dentistry Unmasked, Pam and Brian sit down with Dr. Ashton Prince for a conversation that’s equal parts heartfelt, hilarious, and deeply inspiring.
Jan. 22, 2026
The myth of 'having It all' in dentistry with Kirk Behrendt!
Pam and Brian sit down with Kirk Behrendt, a lifelong student of the business of dentistry, to unpack what it really takes to build a profitable practice and a fulfilling life...
Jan. 16, 2026
unmasked episode 125
In this episode of Dentistry Unmasked, a new era begins. Pam officially welcomes Dr. Brian Novy as her new co-host, and the conversation is anything but ordinary.
Jan. 14, 2026
Don't ignore it: The oral pathology red flag
In this episode of Dentistry Unmasked, David and Pam chat with renowned oral pathologist Dr. Ashley Clark for a powerful conversation about early detection, decisive action, and...
Jan. 7, 2026
The One Where Everything Changes
What's changing in 2026? This end-of-year episode of Dentistry Unmasked announces a new host of the show—and the farewell of another.
Jan. 5, 2026
When composite beats ceramic (and when it doesn’t) with Art Volker!
Is composite better than ceramic? This episode of Dentistry Unmasked is a must-listen for anyone who wants clarity, confidence, and better outcomes when it comes to prosthodontics...
Jan. 2, 2026
Practical CE that sticks
Dr. Karla Soto joins Pam and David to talk about continuing education (CE)'s role in dental education. Why is it important? Why should dental teams implement it?
Dec. 23, 2025
Who should control the future of care?
Mike Baird joins Pam and David to discuss the ins and outs of practice partnerships associate dentists. Can teamwork really make the dream work?
Dec. 16, 2025
Dentistry unmasked episode 121
In one of our most jaw-dropping episodes yet, Dr. Stacey Gividen joins us to share her real, raw, and riveting story of discovering embezzlement inside her own dental practice...
Dec. 10, 2025
Healthy(ish) for the long haul: A chat with Gina Livy
In this refreshingly real and fun episode of Dentistry Unmasked, Gina Livy joins us to break down what sustainable wellness actually looks like.
Dec. 8, 2025
Not all hygienists are created equal: Real talk on value and skill with Melissa Obrotka
In this unapologetically honest episode, David and Pam sit down with Melissa Obrotka, aka the Badass Dental Hygienist, for a real conversation about why not all hygienists—and...
Nov. 26, 2025
Business 101 with Dr. Hyman!
If you're interested in learning about what makes the top earners in dentistry so successful, look no further! Dr. Mark Hyman is here to talk business.
Nov. 21, 2025
Clear aligner hacks: Pro secrets from an orthodontist with Dr. Farah Kar!
In this episode of Dentistry Unmasked, David and Pam sit down with Dr. Farah Kar as she spills the tea on proper ortho diagnosis, virtual case planning, and flawless execution...
Nov. 5, 2025