Meet Our Irvine Dentists
At Rice Dentistry, we are proud to have a team of highly skilled professionals dedicated to excellence in dentistry. Each dentist brings their unique expertise and passion for patient care to deliver the best possible results.
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Irvine Dentist
Dr. Scott L. Rice
Cosmetic dentist Dr. Rice has been practicing for over 30 years, helping patients in and around Orange County since 1987. He received his dental degree from the University of Southern California School of Dentistry. Since then he has had additional training from other prestigious dental schools such as:
- Kois Center A comprehensive post doctoral teaching center teaching the latest advances in aesthetics, implants, and restorative dentistry.
- Dental Organization of Conscious Sedation
- Pacific Aesthetic Continuum
- DSD Digital Smile Design
- Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies
- University of Southern California
As well as training on some of the other skills that make an excellent dentist, such as digital photography training, case planning, and patient communication.
It is partly his dedication to patient communication and education that sets Dr. Rice apart. He makes sure you understand your treatment options and the benefits each option offers so you can make an informed decision about which procedure is right for you.
Dr. Rice was the first in Orange County to be given the title Mentor at the Kois Center. He now serves as a Clinical Instructor, traveling to Seattle, Washington regularly. He has been selected as one of America’s Top Dentists by the Consumer Research Council of America and has been included in Coast Magazine’s “Top Dentists” by his peers for several years in a row.
He’s a member to several different associations including the American Dental Association, The California Dental Association, and the Irvine Chamber of Commerce. Dr. Scott Rice is also a founding member of the Dental Organization for Sleep Apnea.
In addition to his extensive experience, Dr. Rice stays on the forefront of the field through ongoing education. He also spends his time training other professionals on how to properly perform different cosmetic procedures to ensure beautiful, healthy results and how to keep patients feeling comfortable at all times.
Professional Memberships
- American Dental Association
- California Dental Association
- Orange County Dental Society
- Newport Harbor Academy of Dentistry
- Irvine Chamber of Commerce
- Dental Organization for Conscious Sedation (D.O.C.S)
- The Academy of Laser Dentistry
- Crown Council
Dr. Scott Rice Training
- Graduate, Utah State University
- Graduate, University of Southern California School of Dentistry
- Graduate, Kois Center, Seattle, Washington
- Graduate Pacific Aesthetic Continuum, University of the Pacific, San Francisco, California
- Certification in Invisalign Orthodontics
- Certification in Short Term Orthodontics
- Certification in Oral Sedation Dentistry
- Certification in Laser Dentistry
- Certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- Certification at DSD Digital Smile Design
- Trained in many, many programs with the top dentists, both nationally and internationally
Post-Doctoral Training
Kois Center, Seattle, Washington
- Treatment Planning I: Diagnostically Driven
- Functional Occlusion I: Science Driven Management
- Restorative/Periodontal Interface
- Biomechanics I: Fundamentals for Cohesively and Adhesively Retained Restorations
- Biomechanics II: Impressioning, Provisionals and Foundation Restorations
- Implants: Fixed Retained
- Implants: Removable Retained
- Functional Occlusion II: Complex Restorative Management
- Treatment Planning II: Interactive Complex Management
- Every year: Annual Kois Center Symposium
University Of Southern California
- Treatment of Sleep Disorders in Dentistry
- Multiple Continuing Education Courses
University Of California Los Angeles
- Expanded Function Dental Assisting Multiple
- Continuing Education Courses
Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies
- Occlusion
- Functional Aesthetic Dentistry Laser Certification Program
Homoly Communications Institute
- Communication skills for the dentist and dental team
Pacific Aesthetic Continuum
- Functional Esthetic Dentistry I
- Functional Esthetic Dentistry II
Dental Organization of Conscious Sedation
- Oral Conscious sedation course I
- Oral Conscious sedation course II
- Oral Conscious sedation course III
Carl Rieder Dental Study Group
- 2 year commitment, monthly Prosthodontic training and study at Rieder Facility.
Academy of Comprehensive Esthetics
- Dental Photography
- Multiple Continuing Education Courses
Dr. Rice’s outstanding career inspired his son, Dr. Taylor Rice, to follow in his footsteps. They now work together at Rice Dentistry, providing patients with the best care possible.
Irvine Dentist
Dr. Taylor Rice
Cosmetic dentist, Dr. Taylor Rice, an Irvine native, proudly graduated from the University Of The Pacific School of Dentistry in San Francisco, one of the top dental schools in the country. UOP has an extremely rigorous program. Dr. Taylor Rice chose UOP because of its emphasis on excellence and its highly acclaimed program.
Dr. Taylor Rice has completed countless hours of continued education, including advanced coursework at the prestigious Kois Center. The volume and quality of his training, along with a rigorous written examination, qualified him to join a select group worldwide by earning his Fellowship in the esteemed Academy of General Dentistry. His commitment to excel in his field through ongoing education is one of the many reasons patients trust him.
Dr. Taylor Rice has been a pioneer in Virtual Consultations.
His successful treatment of orthodontic and cosmetic cases caused members of the Crown Council, a prestigious alliance of leading-edge professionals around the world, to nominate Dr. Taylor Rice for “Young Dentist of the Year.” The Crown Council membership is recognized in the profession as those who are strongly committed to promoting oral health, fighting oral cancer, and serving their communities through charitable work. Membership is by invitation only. These industry leaders in health, wellness, and prevention offer the latest procedures in state-of-the-art facilities. This exceptional recognition for Dr. Taylor Rice was an acknowledgment of his talent, skills, and knowledge in the field.
In addition to the Crown Council honor, Dr. Taylor Rice was also awarded a gift of a small group education experience with Dr. David Hornbrook, a recognized leader in the field of dentistry. Dr. Rice trained under Dr. Hornbrook over multiple hands-on courses and participated in creating dental smile makeovers for individuals that are unable to afford proper dental care. Dr. Rice chose a patient who may not have been able to afford the dental treatment that was needed. In so doing, he continues the legacy of the Crown Council ideals.
In September of 2015, Dr. Rice and his wife, Amy, traveled down to the Dominican Republic on a dental service humanitarian trip with the Crown Council charity called Smiles for Hope. Each day they set up their mobile clinic in remote villages, sometimes outside under a tarp, and saw patients from morning until night. They were able to serve individuals who have never received dental care in any capacity throughout their life. This was an incredibly humbling experience that really helped to bring into focus the reason Dr. Rice chose dentistry as a profession, which is to help others in a capacity they could otherwise not perform themselves.
Dr. Taylor Rice Training
- Graduate, University Of The Pacific School of Dentistry, San Francisco, California
- Fellow in the Academy of General Dentistry (FAGD)
- Graduate, Kois Center, Seattle, Washington
- Certification at DSD Digital Smile Design
- Certification in Oral Sedation Dentistry
- Certification in Invisalign Orthodontics
- Certification in Bioclear Cosmetic Treatment
- Certification in Advanced Endodontics
- Certification in Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Comprehensive Orthodontic Continuum
- Total Patient Service Institute
- Cosmetic Smile Transformation Series
Post-Doctoral Training
Kois Center, Seattle, Washington
- Treatment Planning I: Diagnostically Driven
- Functional Occlusion I: Science Driven Management
- Restorative/Periodontal Interface
- Biomechanics I: Fundamentals for Cohesively and Adhesively Retained Restorations
- Biomechanics II: Impressioning, Provisionals and Foundation Restorations
- Implants: Fixed Retained
- Implants: Removable Retained
- Functional Occlusion II: Complex Restorative Management
American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
- Advanced Education Symposium
- Annual Scientific Session
Dr. Taylor is also a member of the following organizations:
American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry- American Orthodontic Society
- Academy of General Dentistry
- Orange County Dental Society
- California Dental Association
- American Dental Association
- Crown Council
- American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
Dr. Taylor Rice lives in Irvine. He enjoys spending time with his wife Amy and three daughters, Daphne, Bridget and Molly.
Periodontist
Dr. Nicolas Ravon
Dr. Nicolas Ravon practices as a periodontal specialist at Rice Dentistry, where he has been since 2007.
Dr. Ravon has received dental degrees from both European and American institutions, with a Licentiate in Dental Surgery from the Free University of Brussels and a Doctorate of Dental Science from the University of Southern California. He then received his specialist certification in periodontology and his Master of Science in Dentistry from the University of Washington.
Dr. Rice and Dr. Ravon first met at the Kois Center in Seattle, where they both attained the rank of Mentor and teach others about advanced concepts and procedures. When they discovered that they shared a passion for quality care and were virtually neighbors (Dr. Ravon has his own practice in Beverly Hills), they decided to form an alliance.
As on Irvine periodontist, Dr. Ravon aims to provide every patient with healthy gums. With healthy gums, comes good oral health. He is a skilled gum graft surgeon and has performed hundreds of procedures to reverse the effects of receding gums. He’s dedicated to providing every patient with the comfort and relief they deserve in addition to beautiful, healthy results. Dr. Ravon is also the son of a dentist, following in his father’s footsteps. He grew up watching how much of a difference personalized care made in the quality of every patient visit. Today, he provides his own patients with the same personal care he witnessed at his father’s dental office as a child.
Dr. Ravon is a member of many important dental organizations, including:
- American Board of Periodontology (Diplomate)
- American Academy of Periodontology
- Academy of Osseointegration
- American Dental Association
- California Dental Association
- Dental Board of California
Contact Our Irvine Dentists
Discover the Rice Dentistry difference today! Call us at (949) 551-5902 or schedule your visit through our online contact form. Whether you’re looking to improve your oral health or enhance your smile, our team is here to provide expert care with a personal touch. Take the first step toward a healthier, more confident smile—you deserve it.
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