David Rice

David Rice

Founder of the nation’s largest student and new-dentist community, igniteDDS, David R. Rice, DDS, travels the world speaking, writing, and connecting today’s top young dentists with tomorrow’s most successful dental practices. He is the editorial director of DentistryIQ and leads a team-centered restorative and implant practice in East Amherst, New York. With 27 years of practice in the books, Dr. Rice is trained at the Pankey Institute, the Dawson Academy, Spear Education, and most prolifically at the school of hard knocks.

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Dentist Salaries: They’re About More than Data

By: Dr. David Rice It’s easy to find the median dentist salaries in the United States. The…

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Sign-On or Stay-On Bonus?

By: Dr. David Rice The great resignation, team-turnover, call it what you will, is dentistry’s single greatest…

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Top 5 Mistakes New Dentists Make

By: Dr. David Rice Read them. Digest them. Ask igniteDDS how to avoid them! 5 Mistakes I…

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7 Reasons Dentists Choose Their Dentists

By: Dr. David Rice Want to guarantee you’re seeing the right dentist? Here is how we dentists…

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5 Tips to Quit a Dental Practice with Grace

There are times and places when we need to move on from a dental practice because it’s the healthy thing to do. Here’s how to do that … with grace.

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How one bad experience can destroy your entire dental practice

By: David Rice At 53 years of age, I’d like to tell you I’ve grown up. I…

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Top 5 Dental Student Loan Mistakes

Dental school is a hard, lengthy process, but worth it. You want to make sure that you…

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Broken: Women in the dental industry and their relationships with other women

Dr. Maggie Augustyn discusses how her relationship with other women in the dental industry has been challenging and how she has dealt with the ups and downs.

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Amisha Singh, DDS

Lit leadership lessons: The power of creativity

By Amisha Singh, DDS We are STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) people. We like numbers. Our…

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3 steps to stop cancellations in your dental practice

Is your dental practice having problems with cancellations in a post-COVID world? Dr. David Rice is here with some advice that can help your business.

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You Want to Apply to Dental School, Now What?

By Dr. Bri Torgerson | September 25, 2023

By: Dr. Bri Torgerson Hi! I’m Dr. Bri Torgerson and this month, I wanted to touch base with those applying to dental school. My background in applying to dental schools is that I applied three times to dental school. Now, I ended up getting in on my second application cycle 10 days before orientation, but…

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Choosing to Acquire a Dental Practice & Not Start One

By Bruce Bryen | September 19, 2023

Here are the top things to keep in mind after choosing to Acquire a Dental Practice & Not Start One By: Bruce Bryen So you finally decided to acquire an existing dental practice. There were likely many reasons why you made this decision. The answer to whether to buy an existing dental practice or start…

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Buyer Beware: 7 Warnings You’re Looking at the Wrong Practice to Buy

By David Rice | September 12, 2023

Here’s Why You Should Not Ignore the Red Flags By: Dr. David Rice So you want to buy a dental practice and you’re worried you’re looking at the wrong practice. 7 Red Flags You’re Looking at the Wrong Practice to Buy 1. How Many Active Patients Are There? Talk to ten people and you’ll get…

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Starting a Dental Practice vs Buying an Existing Practice

By Bruce Bryen | September 11, 2023

By: Bruce Bryen Considering starting a dental practice vs buying an existing practice? Whoever said that it was going to be easy had no idea what had to be done to start up a dental practice from the ground up. This is in comparison to acquiring an existing dental practice through a dental practice broker…

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Dental Partnerships: The Good and The Bad!

By Bruce Bryen | September 6, 2023

By: Bruce Bryen Now the potential for more income, exposure to the community, and the recognition deserved by the graduate may be about to occur. The learning curve has been completed after the hiring as an associate, the purchase of a dental practice, and the reputation being built where the name of the dentist is…

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Is Strength Training the Key to Your Dental Career Longevity?

By Savanah Craig | September 5, 2023

By: Savannah Craig One of the many things associated with a career in dentistry is back and neck pain. Finding ways to protect yourself is crucial to being able to have a long career. Since dental school, I’ve been trying to find solutions for managing and preventing back pain. I’ve tried stretching, massage therapy, and…

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Cultivate Leadership within Your Dental Team

By Dawn Patrick | August 28, 2023

Cultivating Leadership in Your Dental Team: Empowerment Strategies for Practice Success By: Dawn Patrick A successful dental practice is built upon more than just clinical expertise; it thrives when every member of the team embraces leadership qualities. Transforming your dental team into a group of empowered leaders can foster a dynamic environment, enhance patient experiences,…

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Choosing the Right Color Palette for Your Dental Office

By David Rice | August 22, 2023

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…

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Tips When Looking for a Dental Associate Position

By Dr. Bri Torgerson | August 15, 2023

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…

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Powerful Connections: How Morning Huddles & Monthly Team Meetings Supercharge Dental Practices

By Dawn Patrick | August 14, 2023

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…