Dr. Richard Alex Munaretto, D.D.S
EndodonticsNPI: 1164482741
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Dr. Richard Munaretto is a board-certified endodontist with 20 years of experience treating complex tooth problems, including root canals, dental emergencies, and traumatic injuries. Based in River Forest, he completed his specialty training at UIC and has earned recognition as a Diplomate of the American Board of Endodontics. Dr. Munaretto uses advanced technology like dental operating microscopes and digital imaging to provide precise, comfortable care. As an associate professor at UIC College of Dentistry, he also teaches other dentists about endodontic surgery and dental trauma. His practice brings together endodontists, periodontists, and oral surgeons to give patients the best possible care with unbiased treatment recommendations, and he is now accepting new patients.
Specialties
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Education & Training
- Endodontic specialty degree from UIC, completed 2003
- DDS from University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) College of Dentistry
- BS from Benedictine University (with honors)
- BSD from University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) College of Dentistry
- International hands-on implant placement course through IMTEC Implant Systems, 2008 (36 hours CE)
Board Certifications
- Diplomate, American Board of Endodontics (2008)
Credential: D.D.S
NPI registered: 03/27/2006
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Areas of Focus
Technology & Equipment
- ZEISS dental operating microscopes (EXTARO 300)
- Five Carestream CBCT units
- ProTaper Gold rotary instruments
- Vortex Blue rotary instruments
- WaveOne Gold rotary instruments
- X-Smart IQ cordless motor
- NobelActive implant system
- Carestream digital sensors
- Apex ID electronic working length finder
- Bioceramic putty
- Activated irrigation systems
Professional Memberships
- American Association of Endodontists (AAE)
- Seattle Study Club
- Edgar D. Coolidge Endodontic Study Club
- Windy City Seminars (founder)
- Chicago Dental Society
- UIC College of Dentistry Alumni Board of Directors (past)
Awards & Recognition
- Seattle Study Club Award for 'Best in Study Club Management' (2016)
Beyond the Office
Associate professor at UIC College of Dentistry (current)
Lecturer on dental traumatic injuries and endodontic surgery at UIC
Founder and director of Windy City Seminars Seattle Study Club (10+ years)
Born and raised in western suburbs of Chicago, Illinois
Grandfather immigrated from Italy and was a barber; raised two endodontists, a lawyer, and a CPA
High school football player, inspired by coach Chris Andriano
Volunteered in hospital ER during first 2 years of college
Considered medical school, specifically interested in emergency medicine and ENT
Key Opinion Leader (KOL) for Dentsply Sirona (past 3 years)
Attended hands-on implant course in 2008 where he and three colleagues placed 54 implants and performed 12 internal sinus lifts in one week
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