Dentistry…Beyond the Numbers

How Young Dentists Can Build a Successful Career with Dr. David Rice

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Show Notes


In this episode of Dentistry Beyond the Numbers, Dr. Marc Liechtung sits down with the one and only Dr. David Rice — Founder of IgniteDDS, Editor-in-Chief of DentistryIQ, and one of dentistry’s most influential mentors.

If you're a dental student, a new dentist, or just a few years out of residency, this conversation is a masterclass in building a successful, fulfilling dental career in today’s changing landscape.


Dr. Rice and Dr. Liechtung dive into the realities young dentists face today:
• navigating massive student debt• choosing between DSO, private practice, or ownership• the impact of social media on expectations• why clinical skills alone aren’t enough• how to build leadership abilities early• finding the right mentors and support system• mapping out your career based on your “self-determined future”

You’ll hear hard truths, practical advice, and the exact steps young dentists can take to avoid burnout and accelerate success.

This episode is an essential listen for:
🦷 dental students🦷 new grads🦷 associates🦷 practice owners mentoring younger doctors🦷 anyone building a dental career in 2025 and beyond


⭐️ ABOUT OUR GUEST — DR. DAVID RICE

• Founder: IgniteDDS• Editor-in-Chief: DentistryIQ• National educator, mentor & clinician• Advisor to early-career dentists across the country• Leading voice in dental leadership, team building, and career development


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