Dr. David Rice[email protected]RestorationsWhen is ideal care inappropriate?When is ideal care not the best care we can deliver? This is one of the more important clinical questions we can ask ourselves, writes Dr. David Rice. He describes certain situations and patients for which ideal may not be the best treatment course.January 14, 2020RestorationsWhen does speed kill your cash flow in the dental practice?More than ever, time is our most valuable commodity, and we often hear efficiency and speed are important for a dental practice. But there are times when faster isn't better, particularly when it comes to impression materials, notes Dr. David Rice.January 8, 2020Dental PracticeErgonomics: What makes dentistry such a pain in the neck?Whether you're a dentist, team member, or dental student, you probably already know the physical strains of our profession. But dentistry doesn't have to be a pain in the neck. Dr. David Rice offers some simple strategies for staying healthy and happy as we ring in the holidays and head into the new year.December 18, 2019Imaging SystemsThe top reason you need a scanner now isn't what you thinkScanning and restorative dentistry isn't just about delivering optimum patient care. Dr. David Rice explains how it can become your fast-track ticket to practice growth and success.December 12, 2019RestorationsA 5-step process for better retractionRetraction comes in many forms, and there are many cases in which retraction makes our lives simple. Dr. David Rice shares a simple, five-step process for better retraction.December 5, 2019Dental PracticeThe important role photography plays in the success of your practiceIs a picture worth a thousand words? Or is it worth far more? A picture is worth at least $2 million of revenue when you have a system for success and a system to stay accountable, according to Dr. David Rice. He explains the important role photography plays in your practice's success.November 19, 2019RestorationsA tip to improve your rubber dam dentistryGreat isolation may be the most underappreciated aspect of restorative dentistry today, writes Dr. David Rice. He shares his thoughts on the importance of rubber dam usage and how this isolation technique improves visual acuity and performance in the operatory.November 12, 2019RestorationsThe importance of banking natural tooth structureWhen you want to deliver predictable restorations, when you want to do it easily and effectively, and when you want them to last, Dr. David Rice recommends banking tooth structure whenever possible.November 4, 2019Restorations3 simple steps to full-arch temporariesDr. David Rice of IgniteDDS shares his knowledge on building full-arch temporary restorations. He describes three key steps and offers simple tips to make amazing restorations for your patients.October 27, 2019RestorationsWhy dentists need to stop treating composite like amalgamDr. David Rice of IgniteDDS talks about a game-changing way of working with composite in the dental practice. He also discusses how Bioclear and 3M are working together on this project.October 23, 2019Previous PagePage 5 of 5Top StoriesLegal IssuesDentist accused of killing boyfriend denied bailA dentist arrested in March for fatally shooting her partner remains in jail.Hygiene ToolsSoon dental floss may measure stressDental HygieneReplacing dental hygienists to solve workforce shortages can put patients at riskPodcastsPodcast: Navigating dental hiring challenges in the second half of 2025Legal IssuesDentist must pay terminated colleague $1.85M