Dentistry

Are we the most divided we’ve ever been? Why dentists are hurting us

May 12, 2025

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.

David R. Rice, DDS

, Chief editor

Bethany Montoya, MBA, RDH

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.

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About the Author

David R. Rice, DDS | Chief editor

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. Contact him at [email protected].

About the Author

Bethany Montoya, MBA, RDH

Bethany Montoya, MBA, RDH, is a practicing dental hygienist, editorial director of DentistryIQ's Clinical Insights newsletter, and a key opinion leader. She has advanced knowledge and training in complex cosmetic dentistry, dental sleep medicine, and implant dentistry. Recently, she has devoted her time to dentistry’s personal and interpersonal aspects through her social media brand, @humanrdh. Contact Bethany at [email protected].