Dr. David Rice[email protected]Dental PracticeCase study: The dentist and the ever-persistent, unhappy patientDr. David Rice, clinical editor for DrBicuspid.com, leads readers through a case study in which an unhappy patient submitted an online complaint regarding treatment to the peer review committee of the local dental society. Now is an important time to look at cases like this one to see how you would prepare for such an event.December 13, 2020Dental PracticeHow the clinical team can support dental insurance reimbursementThere is no question that the entire team plays a role in a dental practice receiving insurance reimbursement in a timely manner. A big part of that falls on the clinical team, DrBicuspid.com Clinical Editor Dr. David Rice reminds his colleagues as the end of the year draws near.December 2, 2020Dental SpecialtiesLooking for the opportunities that are disguised as workSpurred by the memories of past Veterans Days and the dentistry he and his team have donated to veterans, Dr. David Rice, clinical editor for DrBicuspid.com, discusses how giving back to the community has brought his team closer together and even boosted the bottom line of his business.November 12, 2020Dental HygieneDiving into thoughts on the other side of a controversial studyEven in a scientific study, data are extrapolated and looked at through different lenses. Last week's article on the need (or lack thereof) for six-month checkups had a lot of you buzzing. This week, we asked Dr. David Rice, clinical editor for DrBicuspid.com, to share his thoughts on the study and why there is a lesson to be learned from both the study and the comments on it.November 3, 2020Dental Hygiene3 tips to help dentists and hygienists work better togetherAs October and National Dental Hygiene Month ends, Dr. David Rice, clinical editor for DrBicuspid.com, discusses how dentists and hygienists can form a closer working relationship that will benefit patients and the practice's bottom line. He shares three tips that have helped him in his own practice.October 29, 2020MalpracticeWhy now is the perfect time to look at your malpractice insuranceDr. David Rice, clinical editor for DrBicuspid.com, has a word of advice for all dentists: Know what is going on with your malpractice insurance and where you stand in the event it is needed. As he begins a series designed to educate dentists of all ages, he looks at the different needs of a young dentist versus one who has been in the industry for some time.October 22, 2020CAD/CAMHow milling, scanning can become an asset for your patientsDr. David Rice, clinical editor for DrBicuspid.com, has seen what the collaboration between two dental technology companies has meant for his practice and patients. Now he's sharing his thoughts on why dental milling and scanning should be a part of your plans for your practice.October 12, 2020Dental HygieneLet's talk about production and problem-solving in your practiceFor Dr. David Rice, clinical editor for DrBicuspid.com, the end of the year represents a potential "perfect storm" in the dental practice. It starts with communicating with your patients (before and during their visit) and it could end with happier and healthier patients. He gives some advice on how to get started, including what it means for the dental hygienist.October 7, 2020Restorations4 ways to make change happen in your dental practiceDr. David Rice, clinical editor for DrBicuspid.com, has seen in his own practice what it takes to make change happen. As your business enters the fourth quarter of the year, he has some advice to share on how you can make change happen with your team, your patients, and your clinical skills.October 1, 2020Orofacial PainWhy you need to know about this acronym -- and why your patients will thank you for itDr. David Rice, clinical editor for DrBicuspid.com, discusses the importance of computer-controlled local anesthetic delivery (CCLAD). He details why this has become a favorite dental acronym of his, and why he believes CCLAD can be a benefit to your practice and patients.September 24, 2020Page 1 of 5Next PageTop StoriesLegal IssuesSuspected DUI crash leads to call not to eat toothpasteA woman's bizarre toothpaste trick failed during a DUI stop.Hygiene ToolsMore than 8 in 10 HSA and FSA holders would spend tax-free dollars on oral careOffice ManagementFrom Sunday night dread to freedom: How one dentist redesigned her dental practiceInfection ControlDr. Tom Giacobbi on the importance of a water control referee in your practiceLegal IssuesAssault of 2 patients results in dentist’s suspension
