David Rice

Tampa

Editorial Director at DentistryIQ

Host at Dentistry Unmasked: A Roundtable Podcast

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Shrinking lost time with the right dental bur

1 week ago | dentistryiq.com | David Rice

As we coach practices, one of the simplest opportunities for MORE profit with less time comes from shrinking lost time. SOPs (standard operating procedures) on the business side and COPs (clinical operating procedures) for the entire clinical team are one of the easiest paths to gain speed and save money. Another is single-use burs from Microcopy Dental. WHY?
How I deliver a quadrant of posterior composites in 50 minutes-and why it's critical you do the same

1 week ago | dentistryiq.com | David Rice

How do I deliver a quadrant of posterior composites in 50 minutes, and why is it critical you do the same? The why: In today’s dental climate (it's not improving, friends—so burying one’s head in the sand and hoping is a very bad plan)…Our costs are increasing and reimbursement is not. The how-to: The short story is systems. We have great systems for every team member to follow.
There's really only one answer to lasting white spot removal

1 month ago | dentistryiq.com | David Rice

If you’re looking for a lasting solution to white spot removal, there’s just one answer. FL: Ideal for patients with a bit of time to spare—yes, please!
Are we the most divided we’ve ever been? Why dentists are hurting us

1 month ago | dentistryiq.com | David Rice |Bethany Montoya

The dental profession is divided. Dentists are getting off track by buying into the myth that the hygiene department is not profitable. Let’s talk! Join us in Gloves Off. Background image credit ryasick / E+ / Getty ImagesMore in this series:Are we the most divided we’ve ever been? Why hygienists are hurting usThe Dental Economics Network brings you the best content from Dental Economics, RDH, DentistryIQ, and Perio-Implant Advisory. Dental EconomicsRDH magazineDentistryIQPerio-Implant Advisory
Do your business practices inspire loyalty?

1 month ago | dentistryiq.com | David Rice |Garrett Wilson

What is your philosophy around paying employee wages, particularly in times of workforce shortages? What does your staff value? Compensation is a component, but it isn’t everything. Join us in Gloves Off as we look at how to maintain team satisfaction. More in this series:• Stop asking other employers about compensation—it’s illegalThe Dental Economics Network brings you the best content from Dental Economics, RDH, DentistryIQ, and Perio-Implant Advisory.
Why you’re not attracting top team members

2 months ago | dentistryiq.com | David Rice |Garrett Wilson

How do you find the right people for your practice? What are some of the best practices you can use as you have conversations with your employees? Join us in Gloves Off where we talk about how to be the best version of yourself at work and align what you stand for with the talent you’re seeking and the people you want to keep.
Stop asking other employers about compensation-it’s illegal

2 months ago | dentistryiq.com | David Rice |Garrett Wilson

Dentists are often asking each other, especially in Facebook groups, how much they pay their team members. But that’s illegal! The consequences are real. Join us in Gloves Off where we talk about legitimate sources you can use for salary information.
What all simple and conservative tooth preps start with

Mar 4, 2025 | dentistryiq.com | David Rice

Simple and conservative restorations—they start with simple and conservative preps, which means we need simple and conservative bur options. If you follow me or have worked in my practice for the last 30 years, you know what I use all day, every day. This case is a perfect example. The MO is standard-sized so I can use my usual single-use 330. However, check out the OL component. It needs to be restored. It does NOT need overprepped to fit my bur in.
Why you shouldn't focus on big case dentistry in 2025

Feb 20, 2025 | dentistryiq.com | David Rice |Pamela Maragliano-Muniz

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Per the IFU, how many times should we use a multi-diamond burr?

Dec 2, 2024 | dentistryiq.com | David Rice

Founder of the nationâ€™s largest student and new-dentist community, igniteDDS, David R. Rice, DDS, travels the world speaking, writing, and connecting todayâ€™s top young dentists with tomorrowâ€™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.