Dr. Ronald K. Rich attended Baylor University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in biology. He continued his education at the University of Texas School of Dentistry in Houston, and graduated with honors in 1983. He was inducted into the Omicron Kappa Upsilon National Dental Honor Society. Dr. Rich began practicing in Sugar Landfollowing his graduation from dental school.
Continuing education is very important to Dr. Rich. He has received advanced training from the L.D. Pankey Institute (one of the top postdoctoral educational institutes for dentists), and he has earned fellowship and mastership in the Academy of General Dentistry. Dr. Rich has received the Top Dentist in Texas Award, and been published in Texas Monthly from 2007-2018.
As a dentist, Dr. Richs goal is to provide his patients with the highest quality of dental care in a warm and caring environment, to treat his patients like family, and to help them achieve a lifetime of good oral health. He is committed to providing dental treatment that looks good, feels good, and lasts a long time. He is a certified CEREC provider in Sugar Land.
Dr. Ronald K. Rich has achieved both fellowship and mastership in the Academy of General Dentistry. These designations are among the most distinguished and rigorous achievements in continuing dental education programs. A dentist who has been recognized as a Fellow (FAGD) has been recognized as a leader and an example of the importance of quality continuing dental education to patient care. A Master (MAGD) has completed demanding and structured requirements involving all areas of dentistry.
To earn a fellowship award, a dentist must earn a minimum of 500 approved continuing dental education credits, and pass a comprehensive, 400-question exam, as well as be a member of the AGD for three continuous years. Earning a fellowship helps dentists to stay up to date on the latest research and techniques in dentistry, and to incorporate these skills into their practices.
To obtain a mastership, a dentist must first be a fellow. Then he or she must earn an additional 600 continuing education credits, including 400 hours of hands-on courses, leading to a total of 1,100 hours of continuing education. Masters in the AGD have studied 16 different disciplines of dentistry, including periodontics, orthodontics, and implants.
Fellows and masters of the AGD pursue continued dental education throughout their entire lives in order to provide the highest quality of care to their patients. Patients who visit dentists who hold these distinctions can be certain that their dentist is dedicated to providing them with the best possible care.
We are excited to announce the addition of Dr. Kali Willis to our staff. Dr. Willis, a native of Katy, TX, graduated with her Bachelor's degree in Biology from Texas A&M University in College Station, TX. She then received her Doctorate in Dental Surgery degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio. After working several years in rural South Texas, she returned to her home of Houston and settled in the Sugar Land area with her husband, James Doyle DDS. She is passionate about dentistry and regularly attends continuing education courses to keep up to date with the latest techniques. Dr. Willis seeks to provide a friendly and comfortable dental experience and treats her patients as family. She is a member of the American Dental Association and the Texas Dental Association.
Dr. Willis and her husband, Dr. James Doyle, met while in dental school in San Antonio. They live in Sugar Land with their daughter, Riley. Outside of the office she enjoys traveling, cooking, trying new restaurants, and spending time outdoors.
We recognize that all our patients are unique and deserve to receive dental care that reflects their individual needs. Our experienced and talented dental team is committed to working with you and your family to create a comfortable, stress-free, and rewarding dental experience every time you visit our practice.
Betty joined our dental team in 2016. She came to our practice with 33 years of dental hygiene experience. Betty graduated from WCJC in 1983 with her associates degree in dental hygiene. She enjoys being part of a longstanding and reputable dental practice in the Sugar Land community. Betty is a member of the American Dental Hygiene Association and the Greater Houston Dental Hygiene Society.
Karla joined our practice in April 2004. She graduated in 1984 from Lamar University, and enjoys working with a team of seasoned professionals who care about our patients, as well as a boss who is a master of his craft. She brings with her more than 32 years of dental clinical expertise, based on continuous care for her patients. Karla uses evidence-based science and knowledge acquired from her many years of experience and continuing education to assimilate predictable treatments and outcomes when dealing with oral health. She says, There have been so many advancements in dentistry in all these years. We strive, as a team, to be on top! Education is the key to success.
Juan is originally from Monterrey, Mexico, where he graduated from dental school in 2001. He came to the United States in 2002 and became a registered dental assistant (RDA). Juan joined Dr. Ronald K. Richs staff in June 2013. One of his future goals is to become a dentist here in the states. Juan loves working with people and building relationships with them.
Erica came to our practice with 30 years of dental experience. She is well-rounded with both back and front office experience. She loves building lasting relationships and seeing people with a beautiful smile.She loves spending time with her family and loves to take her dog for walks in the park. When she is home she loves cooking, gardening, and planting herbs.
We are so excited to have Nicholes bright, shining smile to greetour patients every day. She joined our practice in July 2018. Nichole grew up in the Richmond/Rosenberg area. She has been in the dental industry for the past 16 years. Nichole has been a longtime patient of Dr. Richs and is so excited to get this opportunity to work here every day!