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.

busy does not equal profit

Busy ≠ Profitable: The February Reality Check Every Practice Owner Needs

By: Dr. David Rice While January often feels like a fresh start – schedules filling fast –…

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5 Mistakes Dentists Make When Starting a Practice

Top 5 Mistakes Dentists Make When Starting a Practice & How to Avoid Them

By: Dr. David Rice There is no moment more exciting, or more overwhelming, than building your dream dental…

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why most dental practice goals fail by February and how to prevent it

Why Most Dental Practice Goals Fail by February & How to Prevent It

By: Dr. David Rice, Founder & CEO IGNITEDDS Every January – dental practices around the globe set…

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What Your Team Says in the First 30 Seconds Determines Everything

What Your Team Says in the First 30 Seconds Determines Everything

By: Dr. David Rice Ask most doctors or office managers what their #1 goal is when the…

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Keeping Gingival Crevice Healthy

Keeping Gingival Crevice Healthy

By: Pankey GramTopic Originally appeared on PankeyGram.org Gingival crevice is the space between the marginal gingiva and…

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from clinician to CEO

From Clinician to CEO: Part 3

Financial Control: Profit With Purpose By: Dr. David Rice Most dentists don’t hate numbers … they just hate…

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When Time Is Tight: Fast, Smarter Waterline Safety

By: A-dec A complementary solution best paired with an A-dec 500 Pro or 300 Pro system, A-dec®…

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from clinician to CEO

From Clinician To CEO: Part 2

Part 2. Systems Control – Turning Chaos Into Consistency By: Dr. David Rice When a dentist shares…

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6 Valuable Lessons Your DSO Can Learn from Dental Schools

By: A-decThis topic originally appeared on A-dec.com. They granted permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers….

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from clinician to CEO

From Clinician to CEO: Part 1

Part 1. Clinical Control: Leading People to Clinical Excellence By: Dr. David Rice Do you want to…

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Embracing Failure to Adopt Everyday Innovation

By Amisha Singh | April 2, 2021

An important lesson in leadership? Understanding that it’s OK to fail if you’re learning from your mistakes and moving forward.

Infection control: How NOT to get sued … and a whole lot more

By David Rice | March 29, 2021

Here are three simple questions to answer when it comes to infection control in the dental practice.

Maximize Your Profitability Through Dental Real Estate

By Ken Jorgenson | March 24, 2021

It takes a lot to make sure your choice regarding dental real estate is the right one for you, your budget, and your future.

Advice For New Associates in a Dental Practice

By Bruce Bryen | March 21, 2021

Welcome to the world of the business of dentistry. Here’s what you need to know if you’re starting out as a dentist and heading down the path of becoming an associate.

Dealing with Imposter Syndrome in Your Dental Career

By Amisha Singh | March 14, 2021

By: Amisha Singh, DDS Leadership. You have heard the word, and maybe even understand the importance for your dental practice and your career. But this concept, which supports an industry of educators and thought leaders, remains an enigma for most practitioners. And there is one fundamental reason for this: Leadership in theory and leadership in…

3 Dental Insurance Mistakes Practices Are Making

By Dawn Patrick | March 1, 2021

As we dive deeper into 2021, dental insurance expert Teresa Duncan of Odyssey Management is seeing three big issues with dental insurance that practices encounter.

Advice Every Dental Practice Should Hear: From a Baseball Usher

By Dawn Patrick | February 17, 2021

A bike ride past Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg, Fla., brought back memories of some great advice from an usher for dental practices.

WalletHub unveils 2021 list of best and worst states for dental health

By Dawn Patrick | February 10, 2021

So where does your state rank in terms of dental health for 2021? WalletHub has compiled its annual rankings.

Differences in the Workplace “Garden”

By Natalie Kaweckyj | February 9, 2021

We all have stunning gardens that are unique to each one of us, writes Natalie Kaweckyj. She encourages readers to share their knowledge, expertise and passion, and watch the dynamics bloom.

Great Dental Teams Start With a Great Vision

By Robert Maguire | February 9, 2021

Dr. Robert Maguire discusses what he has learned about building great dental teams during his years in the dental industry.