Big tech is transforming every aspect of our world. But how, and at what cost? This season of Land of the Giants – The Disney Dilemma – focuses on Disney’s ability to weather the ups and downs of the business cycle and changing tastes and explores what has kept it successful for over 100 years. The entertainment giant has leveraged nostalgia and its intellectual property to build a beloved brand, but after an acquisition spree that included Marvel, Lucasfilm, and 20th Century Fox, can it sus ...
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On the Season 2 debut of Lost Cultures: Living Legacies , we travel to Bermuda, an Atlantic island whose history spans centuries and continents. Once uninhabited, Bermuda became a vital stop in transatlantic trade, a maritime stronghold, and a cultural crossroads shaped by African, European, Caribbean, and Native American influences. Guests Dr. Kristy Warren and Dr. Edward Harris trace its transformation from an uninhabited island to a strategic outpost shaped by shipwrecks, colonization, the transatlantic slave trade, and the rise and fall of empires. Plus, former Director of Tourism Gary Phillips shares the story of the Gombey tradition, a vibrant performance art rooted in resistance, migration, and cultural fusion. Together, they reveal how Bermuda’s layered past continues to shape its people, culture, and identity today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…
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Andy and Chris discuss all things non-clinical in the dental world. Covering topics such as goodwill values, finance, marketing, how to buy and sell a dental practice, mindset, where to invest, team management issues, and many more!
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×In this episode of Dentology, Andy and Chris chat to MaggieAndi – a holistic dentist, practice principal, mother of three, and founder ofthe global Kids Go Free movement. Maggie chats about her childhood and her early years as adentist after qualifying at just 22. She credits her mentor, Dr NariMansukhani, for igniting her love for the profession and talks about how hisinfluence shaped her career from the very beginning. From her first roles in dentistry to becoming principal ofMill Hill Dental Practice – a surgery with over 110 years of history – Maggie talksabout her journey, including the challenges of balancing motherhood andbusiness ownership in a demanding profession. Digital dentistry has played a major role in Maggie’spractice, recognised in 2024 when she won Best Practice for Digital Innovationand Clinical Excellence. She chats about how digital tools fit alongside herholistic approach, and what more needs to be done to integrate lifestyle,mental health, and oral care into mainstream dentistry. Finally, she explains about her Kids Go Free initiative – apowerful movement she launched in 2020 to tackle the growing crisis inchildren’s access to dental care, aiming to enlist 5,000 dentists worldwide toopen their doors to young patients. Topics: - Tell usabout your childhood - was there a time you can look backon your childhood and say this is why I am the person I am today? - You qualified as a dentist as just 22 and credit your mentor Dr NariMansukhani - what did Dr Nari say which made dentistry so compelling? - What was your career pathway from qualifying in 2003 through to owning MillHill Dental Practice? - When did you start your family as this can be a hugely challenging partof dental careers for women? - Did you get on board with digital revolution quite early on and how doesthis integrate with your holistic approach to dentistry? - Is there enough being done around holistic dentistry and what are thebarrier to this being a more mainstream conversation? - Tell us about your Kids Go Free movement - How is it going and how dire is the situation for kids to get access todentistry? - You are clearly very entrepreneurial – where does this come from and whatdrives you to keep innovating? - What is your secret to finding time to do so much but also be so presentwith your family?…
In this episode of Dentology Andy and Chris are joined by Rasnaam Tiwana, Founder and CEO of Dentstock, a procurement service helping independentpractices and dental groups streamline how they purchase supplies. Rasnaam chats about his early life, family background, whatultimately led him into the world of dentistry and who supported him early on. He shares how the unique pressures on principals – jugglingclinical work with business demands – sparked the creation of Dentstock duringthe pandemic. He explains how the service works, how much time it saves, andwhy supply chain efficiency remains such a sticking point for so manypractices. Finally, Rasnaam reflects on what stops some principals fromembracing change – whether it’s mindset, leadership, or tech literacy – andwhat it really takes to help practices thrive in a fast-evolving sector. Topics: - What were your early years were like? - Are there medics or dentist in your family tree? - Before dentistry what did you career comprise of? - So how did you get into dentistry? - When you started indentistry who was kind to you? - What role did you play at Bespoke Smiles? - What did this insight to dentistry reveal about the challenges independentpractices face? - Do you feel that it is getting harder for independent practice owners tothrive? - What sparked the flame for Dentstock? - Can you talk us through how Dentstock helps practice owners with theirpurchasing of supplies? - Why is it do you think that some practices struggle to embrace changewhile others adapt and thrive? - Is it down to mindset, leadership, or just the comfort of sticking towhat’s familiar, even when it’s inefficient? - Is there a lack of tech understanding?…
In this episode of Dentology Andy and Chris chat to one ofthe most recognised and multifaceted figures in UK dentistry – Dr Raj Rattan MBE. With a career that spans clinical dentistry, practiceownership, policy advising, writing, international speaking, and his currentrole as Dental Director, Raj truly embodies the idea of a portfolio career. Raj talks about why he chose dentistry, the memory of hisfirst patient, and his entrepreneurial drive that led to running threepractices. He reflects on the evolution of his career – how philosophy,mentoring, and policy have all played a part - and shares what mentoring reallymeans to him, and the importance of being supported early in your career. He also talks about his MBE for services to dentistry, arare and prestigious recognition, and what it was like to step into the Palaceto receive the honour. Topics: - Tell usabout your background and childhood - Why dentistry? - Do youremember your first patient? - Did youalways see yourself as a practice owner and dental entrepreneur? - You describe yourself having a ‘portfolio career’ – is this stillpossible in dentistry today? - Who was kind and mentored you at the beginning of your career? - Talk us through the day you visited the Palace to receive your MBE award - What is the current mood of the profession? Are you worried about it? - What was the draw to magic & the Magic Circle for you? - Who is your favourite magician? - What are the most important skills for an entrepreneur to have?…
This week Andy and Chris chat to Tejal Doshi. Tejal is an associate dentist and a podcaster, and while shemay not be a practice owner, her story resonates with so many in the profession– especially those navigating the early years of their career. In this episode, Tejal chats about the key moments thatshaped her journey, her career in dentistry and the highs and challenges oflife as an associate. She speaks openly about the times she’s felt overwhelmed andon the brink of burnout, and how a sabbatical in 2022 helped her to reset. Finally, she tells Chris and Andy about the podcast sheco-hosts with her sister, celebrating their shared heritage and bringingcultural stories to life. Topics: - Tell usabout your childhood - How was your time atdental school? - What was your VT time in Berkshire like? - When youstarted in dentistry who was kind to you? - What ledto you taking a short sabbatical in 2022? - What did you do with this time out? - What do you think your life would look like without this break? - Is this a pandemic in dentistry? - Do you see loneliness in dentistry? - Where does this loneliness and lack of willingness to be open and supportothers come from? - Tell us about the podcast you host with your sister…
In this episode of Dentology Andy and Chris arejoined by Catherine Rutland, a leading figure in UK dentistry whose career hasspanned clinical care, business leadership, and national policy. As Clinical Director for Simplyhealth and Denplan, and Director of Policy and Research for the Association of Dental Groups, Catherinebrings a wealth of insight into both the strategic and practical sides of theprofession. Catherine chats about her early life, including her timespent living in Kenya, and how those experiences helped shape who she is today. From studying at Leeds to her hospital years in Newcastle,and nearly two decades as a partner in a private practice in Berkshire,Catherine reflects on the lessons learned at each stage. She also talks about her current role and considers how thebusiness of dentistry is evolving. Finally, she shares her thoughts on the shift in partnershipmodels and how her role has changed over time. Topics: · Tell us about your childhood and early years living in Kenya · You went to Leeds University – what was this like? · You were a House Office and then SHO in Newcastle – what did thishospital experience teach you? · How was your experience as a partner in private practice for 19 years? · What does your current role encapsulate? · Is there an overlap between the business and clinical aspects of thebusiness? · Do you miss treating patients? · How has SimplyHealth changed over the past 15 years? · You were also awarded a Fellowship of the College of GeneralDentistry in 2023 – so clearly a lifelong learner? · What is the mood among the UK dental corporate market at present? · If you can take only one learning from across yourvaried dental career - what is it?…
This week’s guest is someone who has continually pushed the boundaries of what dentistry can be – a clinician, an author, a leader, and an innovator – James Goolnik. James is the recent founder of Optimal Dental Health inMarylebone, past president of the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (BACD), head judge of the Private Dentistry Awards, and author of ‘ Brush and Kick Sugar’ . In this episode, Chris and Andy chat to James about hisearly years and the childhood influences that shaped his path, before moving on to discuss how he found dentistry and whether it was love at first sight or something he grew into over time. James reflects on founding Bow Lane Dental Group tolaunching his latest venture, Optimal Dental Health. He talks about his passion for changing the narrative aroundsugar and shares more on some of the insights that have shaped his book and led to his new practice model – one that integrates dentistry with nutrition, health coaching, myofunctional therapy, and psychotherapy. He also chats about his trailblazing work in cognitivehealth. As the first and only UK dentist trained in the RECODE 2.0 Bredesen protocol for Alzheimer’s, James is leading the charge into new territory for the profession. Topics: - Tell usabout your childhood. - Why dentistry? - Did you love it from dental school, or have you grown to love it? - What was your career path up to the point where you founded Bow LaneDental Group? - What was the inspiration for writing your book? - How has the food industry seduced us to love sugar so much? - What’s the safe alternative? - What was the inspiration for your latest venture, Optimal Dental Health? - How do the services offered join together to bring about optimal dentalhealth? - What are some of the high-level connections between the mouth and bodythat will come as a surprise to some? - Tell us about being the first and currently the only UK dentist to beRECODE 2.0 trained to use the Bredesen protocol to help treat Alzheimer’s andreverse cognitive decline. - What was the thinking behind this extension to your professionqualifications? - Is there a need to get more dental care professionals to ask more dietand lifestyle questions?…
In this episode, Andy and Chris are joined by someone whobrings a powerful blend of clinical expertise, entrepreneurial grit, and boundless energy to the world of dentistry – Dr Rana Al-Falaki. Rana is a specialist periodontist, an Optimal PerformanceStrategist, and the founder of MedDent – the Leadership and Wellbeing Academy. She’s also recently launched Breathe Dental Wellness – a name that already tells you a lot about her mission to bring balance and purpose into the profession. From being nudged into dentistry by her parents, to buildingand selling two specialist practices, to managing chronic illness and transforming that experience into a wellbeing movement – Rana’s story is nothing short of inspiring. She chats about her childhood and family life, some of herbig career decisions made at a very young age, her time at Barts, and her journey from startup to practice ownership of 2 specialist practices and finally, her decision to sell. She also talks about the NAIL-IT system – the framework shecredits for helping her through tough times – and her vision behind MedDent. Topics: - Can you give us some context and tell us what your childhood was like andfamily life? - Were you a willing party or were you pressganged into dentistry? - Tell us about some of your big career decisions. - Do you think young people have the necessary maturity or need ‘a push’ inthe right direction given the scale of this decision? - You went to Barts? Was this an enjoyable experience? - Who inspired you to follow this specialism? - Tell us about setting up two specialist practices in 2004 and 2009 and sellingto Dentex in 2018. - What was this journey from squat to exit like? - What was the driver to sell? - You credit the NAIL-IT system for getting you through tough times – whatis this? - You are the founder of MedDent,the Leadership & Wellbeing Academy. - What is the mission behind this venture? - Tell us about Breathe Dental Wellness – is this part of MedDent?…
In this episode, Andy and Chris are joined by Steve Davey,practice growth and marketing consultant. Steve has over three decades of marketing expertise and followed afascinating journey that’s taken him from the leafy suburbs to the heart ofDevon, and from broader healthcare to a powerful niche within dentistry. Steve chats about the early influences that shaped hiscareer and the marketing truths he’s uncovered that most still overlook. With acareer that spans both offline and digital worlds, Steve shares what’s changed– and what’s stayed the same – in the ever-evolving marketing landscape. He also talks about how he found himself working with dentalpractices, how they can grow by focusing on their existing patient base, andwhy clear aligner marketing might just be the most crowded space of all. Plus, he also reflects on some of the current challenges indentistry… and there’s a bit of sports chat too. Topics: - Tell us about your early years. - Why did you move to Devon? What was the attraction to leave the leafysuburbs? - What’s the one marketing thing you’ve figured out that most othersprobably haven’t? - What has changed and what has stayed the same over this period? - Are the broader healthcare needs the same as dentistry? - How did you find yourself in the niche of dentistry? - What’s your view on online vs offline marketing? - From a marketing perspective is clear aligners a niche that isultra-competitive and challenging? - In which ways do you help dental practices? - Is there a trend in dentistry to attract new patients, and not givingattention to the 000’s they have already registered? - Can most practices meet their growth goals through organic growth fromtheir existing patient base? - From a dental viewpoint - what are you worried about at present? - Which is your sport of choice?…
Andy and Chris chat to Dr Adam Nulty in this latest episodeof the Dentology podcast. Adam, a true pioneer in digital dentistry, is a highlyexperienced clinician with a special interest in Restorative & AestheticDentistry, Digital Dentistry and Implantology and has been at the forefront ofadvancing technology in dentistry, shaping the way modern practices operatetoday. In this episode, he chats about his journey - from growingup in a household with a dentist father to becoming a leader in digitaldentistry. He explains what first sparked his passion for digital workflows,the impact of digital transformation on patient care, and how his vision led tothe creation of the International Digital Dental Academy (IDDA), the IDDA Lab,and an R&D centre. Beyond his clinical expertise, Adam is also an innovatorwith patents on several dental products and shares more about hisentrepreneurial mindset, the key skills he believes every business owner shouldmaster, and what truly makes him happiest. Topics: - Tell us about your childhood and what family life in the Nulty householdlooked like? - You father was a dentist – were you always destined to follow this path? - Where was digital dentistry at the time you qualified? - What was the spark that excited you about the application of digitaldentistry and it’s future impact? - What is the biggest impact the digital transformation of dental practiceshas had to improve patient outcomes? - Is your personal obsession with digital dentistry the driver to createthe International Digital Dental Academy (IDDA)? - How does this differ from other (digital) labs? - You’ve also create the KISS workflow – what is this? - What was your journey from qualification through to owning Dentist On THEROCK & Digital Smile Studio? - Would you do it the same again? - What is the oneactivity you do that makes you the happiest? - Which is the criticalskill to master as an entrepreneur?…
In this episode of the Dentology podcast, hosts Andy and Chris chat to Bilal Ahmed, a chief accountant with a passion for financial literacy and a knack for breaking down complex money matters. Bilal shares his journey from growing up in a family business to navigating the complexities of accountancy and eventually finding his niche in the dental industry. He chats about the state of financial literacy in dentistry - why so many professionals struggle with managing personal finances, tax planning, and budgeting, and why these crucial skills aren’t taught in schools or even business education. He also shares some of the financial pitfalls he’s seen dentists fall into and how a shift in mindset can turn tax from a burden into a tool for growth. With a strong presence on social media, Bilal has also built a reputation for making accountancy engaging and accessible. He explains more about his strategy for educating and demystifying financial topics online and discusses the balance between being data-driven and running a business with human intuition. Topics: - Tell us about your childhood - What was it aboutnumbers that inspired you to go deep and study accountancy? - How did you happen upon the dental niche? - What is your strategy with social media? - What is your view on the general levels of financial literacy? - Why is there such a lack of emphasis on manging your personal finances, how much tax will I pay, how much should I save, how do I budget and so on? In schools, dental schools, even business education. - You must have seen some horror stories over the years, what pitfalls do dentists fall into? - Discussing money and numbers tends to be a private matter in the UK, is this part of the issue with people getting into troubles? - Tell us about the 3 principles your practice is built on? - Does this purely apply to tax or general business advice? - What is the crossover between being completely data-driven and the person running the business? - What are the practical ways for dental professionals to shift from reactive to proactive planning? - Is there a cultural mindset shift needed to not see tax not as a burden but as a natural part of a well-planned and thriving business? - What keeps you busy away from work?…
In this episode of the Dentology podcast, Kunal Thakker, CEOand founder of Tooth Club, shares more on his entrepreneurial journey in dentistry. He discusses the influence of his upbringing, the lessonslearned from his career to date, and his transition from a high-pressure investment banking career to building a dental group. He discusses the complexities of growing a dental businesswhile maintaining a strong company culture and emphasises the importance of kindness in leadership, the challenges of outgrowing team members, and the unique perspective he brings as a non-dentist owner. Finally, he considers where he sees dentistry going over thenext 5-10 years and shares insights on learnings from influential figures and the importance of industry success stories. Topics: - Can you tell us about your upbringing and early family life? - Working in investment banking - did your education route lead you downthis path? - How did this world set you up for starting a dental group? - Are there core behaviours that universally apply and things all businessowners could learn from this sector? - What did the plan look like for Tooth Club before you started? - What do you have to obsess about when scaling a business? - Who was kind to you when you first came into dentistry? - Where do you see dentistry going over the next 5-10 years? - How do you balance work and business commitments? - What is non-negotiable in your personal diary? - If you got your time again, would you do Tooth Club differently?…
In this episode, Andy and Chris delve into the critical roleof money in the dental profession, emphasising the importance of understanding cash flow versus profit. They discuss common misconceptions among dentists regarding financial management and the necessity for financial literacy to ensure the sustainability of dental practices. The conversation highlights the need for dentists to analysetheir financial data regularly and to be comfortable discussing money within their teams.…

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In this episode of the Dentology podcast, Dr. Simon Chardreturns to discuss his journey with Parla, a sustainable oral care brand, and the challenges and triumphs of being a startup founder. He reflects on his experience on Dragon's Den, theimportance of sustainability in the dental industry, and the connection between oral health and overall wellness. Simon talks about what has happened with Parla in the past two years (he was a previous guest with us back in March 2023) and chats about plans for the future. He also explains about the Dental GrowthRetreat aimed at addressing mental health issues in dentistry, what drove him to lead this initiative and what the inaugural event was like. Topics: - Update us on Parla - Your experience on Dragon’s Den: Do you still stand byyour decision to not take the money? - You are now a Cert B business - to the uninitiated what does this mean? - What else has happened at Parla in the past 2 years? - Is the mainstream competition catching up? - Does the life of a founder always feel like ground zero or do to feel the gains? - Tell us about the Dental Growth Retreat - What drove you to lead this initiative? - What was the inaugural event like? - How do you keep in touch with your own risk ofburnout?…
In this episode of the Dentology podcast, Dr. Yewande Oduwole shares her inspiring journey into dentistry with hosts Andy and Chris. She discusses the influence of her family, her academic achievements, and the challenges she faced in her pursuit of a dental career. She talks about her time at dental school, her student scholarship from the Afro-Caribbean Dental Association and how this then led her to embarking on a project in Ghana to provide free dental care and oral health education to communities, schools and orphanages. She also talks about clinical work and the support she now does with the dental student community. Finally, she shares her secrets to successfully balancing her clinical work alongside her growing social media presence and considers her aspirations for the future. Topics: - Have you always been ultra-positive and was this instilled in you as a child? - Was there a time you can look back on your childhood and say this is why I am the person I am today? - How was this in terms of helping you build resilience for what can be a brutal world? - Which dental school did you go to and did you enjoy the experience? - Tell us about your student scholarship from the Afro-Caribbean Dental Association in your third year of dental school. - Tell us about the project in Ghana to provide free dental care and oral health education. - Was something missing from your dental school experience that led you down a path of giving back to the student community? - How disruptive was Covid for you as someone just finishing their training? - What does your typical week look like now? - How has social media helped you connect with patients and the profession? - Any downsides? - What does the future hold for you – ambitions on the business side of dentistry? Ownership?…
This week Chris and Andy chat to Cat Edney, multi award winning Dental Therapist, about her career journey becoming a dental therapist. Cat explains more about the training she undertook to qualify, how a therapist role differs to a hygienist, and the current challenges and barriers faced in the profession. She talks about access to dental training opportunities, the creation of her course, 'The Modern Therapist’, a hands-on course designed to inspire, support and drive dental therapy in practice, and how the UK compares with other countries in Europe and further afield. Finally, she chats about the challenges dental therapists face in practice, including barriers to ownership and access to funding, and whether it is popular career choice and given the recognition to the extent it should. Topics: - What’s your family tree? Where did your childhood take place? - When did you know that dentistry was a career path for you? - Did you consider other options? - How do you qualify as a dental therapist? - How is a therapist different from a hygienist? - Do you earn more money than a hygienist? - Can you own a practice as a therapist? - What treatments can you deliver that routinely dentists do? - Has it been easy for you to get recognition in dentistry and do practices (generally) value therapists and maximise their skills in practice? - What does work in a direct access dental therapy led role look like in practice and how does it benefit the business and patients? - Tell us about your course, The Modern Therapist. - How do we compare with our European friends or countries further afield? - Is it becoming a more popular career choice or it is still not being recognised to the extent that it should be? - If you could go back in time, where would you go, and would you change anything?…
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DENTOLOGY - The Business of Dentistry

In this episode, Chris and Andy talk to Anushika Brogan about into her journey growing up on the Isle of Sheppey to becoming the CEO and founder of Damira, a successful dental practice group. Anushika shares her journey of overcoming personal and professional challenges, including navigating a difficult divorce while expanding her business, her initial career path in pharmacy and how a transformative work experience in dentistry solidified her passion for the field. She talks about the growth of Damira, challenges faced along the way, why it’s important to build a strong organisational culture and the importance of mentorship. She also reflects on the lessons learned from her experiences and her aspirations for the future. Topics: - Was there a time you can look back on your childhood and say this is why I am the person I am today? - You started out on the pharmacy route but then switched to dentistry – what was the reason for this? - Did work experience play a part in this decision and is something that is available at Damira today? - Tell us about Damira. - How do you ensure the right culture, behaviours and ethos is delivered consistently across so many sites and people? - You say that Damira is all about support – what’s the balance between support for your team and support for patients? - If you could go back in time, where would you go, and would you change anything? - Do you find it easy to switch off from work? - Which is the critical skill to master as an entrepreneur? - What does success look like for you? - How much of your personality drives the culture today?…
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DENTOLOGY - The Business of Dentistry

In this episode, Andy and Chris explore the isolating nature of the dental profession and emphasise the importance of community and support among dentists. They discuss the mental health challenges faced by dentists, the need for open communication about both successes and failures, and the role of professional networks in fostering collaboration and growth. The conversation highlights how sharing experiences can lead to a more supportive environment, ultimately benefiting the entire profession.…
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DENTOLOGY - The Business of Dentistry

In this episode of Dentology, Chris and Andy chat with Kirsty and Jim Hague, founders of Hague Dental. They chat about their backgrounds, how they ended up working in dentistry, setting up their business together and the dynamics of running a family business. They share insights on the challenges of growing a business, how the business has evolved since the early days, and the importance of investing in quality staff. They also talk about their design philosophy in creating dental practices that prioritise aesthetics and comfort for both staff and patients and explain how dental practice design has changed over the years. Topics: - How did you meet and what’s your own family tree look like? - How did you end up in dentistry? - How do you manage the on/off switch of business when you get home? - What was Hague Dental like in the early days? - How has the company evolved? - What were the pain points in growing in the early days? - What extra challenges have you had in growing your business to this size? - Which are the most fun and the most challenging parts of what you do? - Is the traditional dental practice model still fit for purpose or are we entering a new breed of practice and owner? - Is equipment more or less reliable than it was in the past? - If a dentist is considering a new project, how soon should they engage with someone like yourselves? - If you can take only one learning from your entrepreneurial journey – what is it?…
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DENTOLOGY - The Business of Dentistry

In this episode of the Dentology podcast, Dr. James Hunter shares his unique journey from a global upbringing to becoming a dentist. He discusses his early life in Singapore, Colorado, and Oxford, and how these experiences have shaped his worldview. He reflects on his transition from studying theology to dentistry, the challenges faced during his foundation training amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, and his upcoming family move to Liberia to provide dental care in a country with a severe shortage of dentists. He talks about the political landscape of Liberia, the challenges of relocating with a family, the impact of dental practice on community health, and his plans to integrate family life within a new culture. Topics: - How did your early years set you up for the person you are today? - What work did your parents do? - You studied at Cardiff Dental School but wasn’t your first degree, was it? - Your Foundation Training year fell during the Covid lockdowns, how did this impact your ability to get some practical experience? - Tell us about the associate position at the practice in Cornwall and what dentistry is Cornwall is like? - Tell us about your new adventure to the West African country of Liberia. How did this come about? - Talk us through the landscape of this country and what oral healthcare looks like? - What do you think will be early challenges moving to the west coast of Africa? - What is the plan while you are there – treat or treat and train others? - What will family life look like for you? - How can people keep in touch with your experience?…
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In this episode, hosts Andy and Chris chat with Sarika Shah, a dentist and principal of Platinum Dental Care, discussing her remarkable journey from Kenya to the UK. Sarika shares insights about her childhood, the influence of her parents, her decision to move to England for education, and her eventual choice to pursue a career in dentistry. Sarika shares her journey from being an international student to becoming a successful dental practice owner. She discusses the importance of keeping options open during her education, the challenges she faced in securing a dental position, and the significance of mastering clinical skills before venturing into the business side of dentistry. Sarika emphasises the entrepreneurial spirit within the dental field and the transformation of her practice, Platinum Dental Care, into a thriving business. She also highlights the crucial role of dental care professionals and the need for collaboration within the dental team. Finally, she shares her personal journey of balancing family life with running a business and talks about the significance of self-care, personal leadership, and the need for mentorship and community support for women in dentistry. Topics: - How did your parents set you up for the future given you grew up in Kenya and moved to the UK when you were 16 to finish high school? - Did you always know you’d be a dentist? - You qualified from Manchester and then did your VT in Norwich – what was dental school like and why Norwich? - Did you seek out any business education in the early years? - Were you always destined to be a principal? - What more did you need that being an associate couldn’t deliver? - What did the practice look like when you bought it compared to what you have now? - Is there a general misunderstanding inside the profession (which impacts on patient understanding) of the value that therapists (and to a lesser extent hygienists) bring the party? - Since buying your practice you’ve also become a mum, how did this change things for you? - This year you launched Flourish as a Female – tell us about this?…
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DENTOLOGY - The Business of Dentistry

Season's Greetings from all at the Dentology Podcast.
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DENTOLOGY - The Business of Dentistry

In this episode, hosts Andy and Chris chat with Reena Wadia, a renowned figure of authority across the global dental industry and Principal Periodontist and Founder of RW Perio, leading clinic for periodontal health located on 75 Harley Street. Reena talks about her journey in dentistry, the influences of her upbringing, and discusses her early aspirations. She reflects on her decision to pursue a career path specialising in periodontology and the challenges faced in setting up and marketing a specialist practice. She talks about her new book, The Perio Handbook and her work with the Perio School , the leading Global Teaching Academy for Periodontal Courses which she set up due to the increasing demand for training in periodontics. Topics: - Where did you grow up and what was your childhood like? - You qualified from Barts and The London with the prestigious Gold Medal – what did your dental career look like in the early days? - What was it about perio that caught your attention? - What are the challenges you’ve faced marketing a specialist practice - Your new book ‘The Perio Handbook’ – who is it for? - Has the way perio is treated changed much over the years? - Is gum aesthetics generally available as part of a wider aesthetic makeover or does it require a periodontist? - Tell us about the Perio School – is there a decent level of interest in perio and gums?…
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DENTOLOGY - The Business of Dentistry

In this episode, hosts Chris and Andy chat to Stephen Kettle, a seasoned business professional with over 30 years of experience in the building maintenance industry and now a key figure in the dental fit-out niche. As the founder of Clover Dental Fit Out, Stephen took a bold step in launching his business during 2021, amidst the uncertainties of the Covid-19 pandemic. Stephen talks about his childhood in Cheshire, the early influences in his life that have been pivotal to his career success and his decision to transition into the dental sector. He shares how he came to specialise in dental fitouts, the support he offers to aspiring dentists, key considerations for setting up a successful dental practice and the emerging trend of super clinics in dentistry. He discusses the challenges and rewards of starting Clover Dental Fit Out during such a turbulent time and shares his insights on navigating the complexities of starting a dental practice. Finally, he talks about his experience with the Flying Start TV programme back in the late 90’s which provided him with valuable business mentorship. Topics: - Tell us about your childhood. What was your upbringing like? - How did you come to be in the dental niche? - Starting Clover Dental Fit Out: Was 2021 a great or tough time to start a new business? - What are key differences between the dental niche and general businesses? - What are the current trends in what new practices are looking for? - When setting up a new practice we know how important the location is – do most clients come to you with a site they’ve committed to? - Is there an optimal blueprint for a squat? - What would you say are the 3 most important things if you right at the beginning of planning your squat? - In other countries (far east, USA etc) there are super-clinics with 20+ surgeries, do you see a time where UK dentistry could go down this path? - Tell us about your experience with the Flying Start TV programme in the late 90’s - Based on your own experience - what are the most important skills for an entrepreneur to have?…
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DENTOLOGY - The Business of Dentistry

In this conversation, hosts Andy and Chris delve into the significance of personal branding for dental professionals. They discuss how personal branding can enhance a dentist's professional identity, attract patients, and create a positive narrative in the industry. The conversation covers practical steps for building a personal brand, the role of social media, and the importance of authenticity in branding. They emphasise that personal branding is not just about marketing but about genuinely representing oneself and connecting with others in the dental community.…
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DENTOLOGY - The Business of Dentistry

In this episode, Nipun Kathuria, co-founder and CEO of Smile Genius Dental, shares his journey from India to Ireland, discussing the importance of a positive mindset, cultural transitions, and his unexpected path into the world of dentistry. He chats about personal growth, the challenges of adapting to new environments, and the intricacies of the dental industry. He discusses the technological advancements in dentistry, highlighting the lag in software innovation compared to other industries. Finally, Nipun shares insights on entrepreneurship, personal growth, and the challenges faced in the dental tech market. Topics: - Was there a time you can look back on your childhood and say this is why I am the person I am today? - Tell us about your move from Ireland to do an MBA at Trinity College. - How did you find this transition – from leaving family, a new continent, different culture? - What sort of work experience did you gain in the early days? - How did you get into dentistry? - When did you start looking at workflows for clear aligners? - Do the patient, the practice and the lab need to be aligned for progress to be made? Is there a weak link? - Who do you see at the forefront of this market? - Align is clearly a dominant player in this market but could this change over time with tech, workflows, cost to deliver, etc shifting over time? - Are labs behind the game in marketing themselves and their services? - If you can take only one learning from your entrepreneurial journey - what is it?…
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DENTOLOGY - The Business of Dentistry

In this podcast episode, hosts Andy and Chris talk with health and wellness coach George Vernon about his journey becoming a boxing enthusiast and ultimately a health coach. They explore the importance of holistic health, the impact of burnout, and the challenges of changing mindsets in the fitness industry. George chats about the need for a comprehensive approach to health that includes physical fitness, nutrition, and mental well-being, while also sharing personal experiences that shaped his understanding of optimal health. He emphasises the importance of balancing work and home life, finding one's niche, and the significance of resistance training. Finally, the conversation touches on common traits among dentists, important skills for entrepreneurs, and ways to overcome barriers to health and fitness. Topics: - Was there a time you can look back on your childhood and say this is why I am the person I am today? - What was the driver to box – was it fitness, protection, fighting, energy outlet? - How did you find the niche of dentistry? - Burnout is a real issue in dentistry, how did this build manifest itself for you? - Tell us more about your comprehensive approach to health. Can you just focus on one area? - How can dentists help themselves on a day-by-day basis? - In life we have a knack of finding time for the things we want to do so why do we find it so hard to prioritise time for our health? - Do dentists have specific needs to get on track and stay there? - What are the most important skills for an entrepreneur to have?…
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DENTOLOGY - The Business of Dentistry

In this episode, Dr. Sorabh Patel (Principal Dentist and lead clinician at Dental Beauty Blackheath and Dental Beauty Lee) chats to hosts Chris and Andy about his journey becoming a dentist and practice owner. He discusses his childhood, the challenges faced by his family, the impact of his upbringing on his work ethic, and the pivotal moments that led him to choose dentistry as a career. He chats about his time at dental school and the motivations behind his decision to enter a partnership in practice ownership, emphasising the importance of real-world experience over formal education and his decision to partner in a dental practice. Finally, he reflects on the daily challenges of running a practice, the sacrifices he has made for success, and the lessons learned along the way. Topics: - Can you set the scene for us and let us know what your childhood was like? - What did you see in these few weeks that made you want to join the profession? - Do we still have this early-stage opportunity for youngsters to get this experience? - What was dental school like? - Was it always your career plan to own a practice? - Why did you choose the partnership route instead of going it alone? - What does your day to day work look like? - When you started in dentistry who was kind to you? - Are soft skills important communication skills getting left out at dental school? - What is the cost of your success? - Has anything been left behind for this success? - If you can take only one learning from your entrepreneurial journey- what is it?…
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DENTOLOGY - The Business of Dentistry

In this episode, hosts Andy and Chris chat to Ed Calvert about his journey from a background in physiotherapy to a successful career in medical sales within the dental industry. The discussion delves into the importance of networking, the challenges of facing personal health issues, and the transformative experience of travelling the world. Ed reflects on how his upbringing and career choices shaped his perspective on sales and personal growth, emphasising that everyone is in sales in some capacity. The conversation highlights the significance of building relationships and adapting to various situations in both personal and professional realms. He goes on to talk about the innovative services offered by Dental Monitoring, the role of technology and AI in modern dentistry, and the challenges of changing established practices. Finally, he reflects on the future of dental treatment and the importance of legacy. Topics: - Was there a time you can look back on your childhood and say this is why I am the person I am today? - Your time at university studying physiotherapy - How did you get into medical device sales and what devices were they? - Tell us about your early midlife crisis in 2017-2018 – how did this manifest itself? - What did you learn about yourself travelling for a year? - When did you join Dental Monitoring? - Was the pandemic a boom period for Dental Monitoring? - Is there a general acceptance of AI linked tech in dentistry or are we still in the early adoption phase? - Where is AI going in the future for dentistry?…
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1 Andy & Chris - Key Learnings from 24 Years of Business Ownership E167 29:11
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In this episode, hosts Chris and Andy reflect on their 24 years of business ownership, sharing key lessons learned along the way. They emphasise the importance of celebrating successes, building a strong team, staying focused on the original purpose, and maintaining open communication. Continuous learning, patience, nurturing relationships, and prioritising mental health are also highlighted as essential components for long-term success in business. Listen now to hear how these lessons have helped them navigate challenges and maintain success over the years, and how they continue to apply them as they look to the future.…
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DENTOLOGY - The Business of Dentistry

In this episode of the Dentology Podcast, Chris and Andy chat to private cosmetic dentist Dr Riaz Sharif. Riaz talks about his childhood and explains how early life experiences have shaped the person he is today. From a challenging upbringing to boxing at the famous York Hall in Bethnal Green, Riaz reflects on how all these experiences have guided his decisions and career path so far. He explains how dentistry wasn’t his first choice of career and how he initially pursued biomedical sciences at the University of Birmingham before heading to Hungary to study dentistry. He talks about some of the challenges and obstacles he’s faced and the coping mechanisms he’s developed to use when trauma comes his way. After qualifying as a dentist in Slovakia and moving back to the UK, Riaz shares his journey since qualifying, including his experience in the mentorship programme with MyDentist. He discusses the importance of mentorship, fitness, health, and mindset, all factors which help him stay resilient and focused. Looking ahead, Riaz talks about his future ambitions in dentistry, including the possibility of owning his own practice one day. Topics: - Tell us about your childhood - As a youngster you boxed, at the famous YorkHall in Bethnal Green – what was the appeal of boxing? - You didn’t start out with dentistry in mind and pursued biomedical sciences at the University of Birmingham - Was this a passion or just a degree? - Heading to Hungary to study dentistry - Do you seek out difficult things to prove yourself? - What coping mechanisms do you use when trauma comes your way? - How long did it take you to qualify as a dentist? - What’s your journey been like since qualifying? - Tell us about the mentorship programme with MyDentist – how has this helped you? - How important has your own fitness, health and mindset been to keep control of what you can been? - What are your future ambitions in dentistry? - Do you plan to own a practice one day?…
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DENTOLOGY - The Business of Dentistry

In this episode, Chris and Andy are delighted to be joined once again by Nicki Rowland, a well-known figure in dentistry and a previous guest back in August 2022 (episode 53). Nicki is the co-founder of The Exceptional Leadership Academy (ELA), a consultancy that supports dental businesses in thriving and growing, and the founder of The Magic Dentist, a charity with a mission to educate children about the importance of good oral health. In this episode, Nicki talks about The Magic Dentist, a unique initiative aimed at equipping parents, teachers, and professionals with tools to engage children and help them understand the benefits of maintaining oral health, while also preparing them for visiting the dentist. Nicki talks about the importance of early oral health education, the activities and events The Magic Dentist organises, how children’s media and films can often portray dentists negatively and whether children are given enough information so they know what to expect at a first dental visit. She shares more about what she’s learnt so far in setting up a charity and what her goals and plans are for The Magic Dentist in 2025. Finally, she talks about her daughter Izzy's involvement as the illustrator behind The Magic Dentist’s book and characters. Topics: - Explain more about The Magic Dentist - How big is the problem of oral health among young children? - What sort of events and activities do you undertake through the project to help educate children about the importance and positive impact of good oral health? - What are your views on how dentists are often portrayed negatively in children’s media and films? - Is there enough information available about what to expect at the first visit to the dentist? - What is the ultimate aim of The Magic Dentist? - What initiatives are planned for 2025? - What have you learned about setting up a charity? - What is your daughter Izzy’s involvement?…
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DENTOLOGY - The Business of Dentistry

In this episode, Chris and Andy are joined by Paul Ebert, the CEO and Founder of Tabeo, a platform revolutionising patient financing by bringing payment plans, loans, and card services together in one place. Paul shares how growing up in a small village in Germany helped shape his entrepreneurial journey, which led him from investment banking to fintech, and eventually into the world of healthcare payments. He chats about how a chance meeting with a London based venture capitalist guided him toward the dental industry, and what inspired him to create Tabeo. Paul also discusses the need for simplifying payments in primary care and how Tabeo's integrated platform is streamlining administrative tasks for healthcare providers. Plus, he explains more about his passion for nature and the most important lesson he’s learned from his entrepreneurial journey so far. Topics: - Was there a time you can look back on your childhood and say this is why I am the person I am today? - What is the one activity you do that makes you the happiest? - How did you end up in dentistry by chance? - Explain your career journey to day - What was the inspiration for founding Tabeo? - What problem did you set out to solve? - In what way do payments need to be simplified? - How important is data in modern day financing and can this also be fed back into the practices to improve performance? - What does Tabeo offer? - Is reporting appreciated and by practice owners to the extent it could / should be? - When you say plans, how do they differ from the incumbents in this space? - Where does your love of nature come from? - If you can take only one learning from your entrepreneurial journey, what is it?…
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1 Andy & Chris - 5 Biggest Mistakes when Selling a Dental Practice E163 20:52
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In this special episode of the Dentology Podcast, hosts Andy and Chris dive into the top five critical mistakes dentists often make when selling their practice. Whether you're considering selling now or in the future, understanding these pitfalls can save you time, money, and a lot of headaches. Chris and Andy discuss why not getting a proper valuation and letting the buyer set the price can cost you dearly, the dangers of dragging your feet on due diligence, and the common misconception that your landlord will be quick to help. Plus, they explore the importance of planning well in advance and why using a non-dental solicitor might not be the money-saver you think it is. Take a listen to this episode for more insight into these key issues and help to ensure you navigate the sales process successfully. Sponsored by Ultimate Dental Business – the ultimate dental business hub, offering top-tier business training for dentists.…
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1 Andy & Chris - 4 Biggest Mistakes when Buying a Dental Practice E162 18:16
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In this special episode of the Dentology Podcast, hosts Andy and Chris talk in depth about the four biggest mistakes dentists often make when buying a practice. If you're thinking about buying a dental practice, this episode is a must-listen. Andy and Chris explore why buying a practice just because a friend has one could be a costly error, the risks of choosing a practice in the wrong location, and the importance of educating yourself on business fundamentals like leadership, financial management, and people management before taking the plunge. Lastly, they discuss the misconception that you'll instantly earn more money—because while increased earnings are possible, they don't happen overnight. Sponsored by Ultimate Dental Business – the ultimate dental business hub, offering top-tier business training for dentists.…
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In this episode, Andy and Chris welcome Shameek Popat, a dental professional with an incredible journey and passion for dentistry and CEO/Founder of Tooth Angel. They take a trip down memory lane to explore Shameek's childhood and the importance of family in his life, especially his close-knit connection to his uncle, who inspired him with a career in dentistry. Shameek’s joyful outlook on life reflects his positive approach to both personal and professional challenges. He discusses his qualifications, from graduating from Guys in 1993 to earning an MSc in Sports Dentistry and an ICD Fellowship in recent years. He shares insights into the niche field of sports dentistry and explains some of the key issues. As a former dental practice owner for 18 years and now working as an associate, Shameek talks about the transition and overcoming owner fatigue. With connections in the dental world, both in the UK and abroad, he chats about his experiences mentoring at the Kois Center in Seattle and how dental education compares between the UK and the US. Finally, he talks about the story behind Tooth Angel, the innovative dental care product company he founded and shares the inspiration behind the brand and why it’s set to make a big impact on dental practices. Topics: - Your childhood: where did you grow up? - What was family life like for you? - Were you close as an extended family? - Explain about your dental career to date, from graduating to earning an Msc in Sports Dentistry - Is sports dentistry a niche? - What are the specific issues present in sports, from a dentistry perspective? - Tell us about being a practice owner for 18 years - Did you suffer ‘owner fatigue’? - How did you find the transition from owner to associate? - Explain about your dental connections in the US & how dental education in the US is different to the UK - Tooth Angel – what’s the story behind the brand and the inspiration?…
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1 Andy & Chris - 9 Steps to Selling a Dental Practice E160 23:35
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In this special episode of the Dentology Podcast, hosts Andy and Chris dive into the 9 essential steps of selling a dental practice. Deciding when to sell is one of the most emotional decisions for any practice owner. Years of hard work, investment, and personal sacrifice make this a significant and challenging choice. Andy and Chris explore the critical steps in the selling process, offering their top tips and expert advice. Selling a practice is a major decision. If you're considering it, don't miss this insightful episode.…
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In this week’s episode of Dentology, hosts Chris and Andy chat with Dr Neal Mehta, a dentist and the innovative founder of Locumloop , a recruitment app for locum dental nurses. Neal talks about his childhood, family background, influence of his father, who is also a dentist and reflects on how his father’s enjoyment of the profession inspired him to follow in his footsteps. Neal discusses the gaps he has observed in dental education today compared to when he was a student and highlights the new skills and knowledge that recent graduates possess which were not part of the curriculum during his time. Neal talks about becoming a partner in two dental practices, and explains more about his decision to enter partnerships rather than starting a solo practice. Finally, Neal discusses the inspiration behind Locumloop which was launched 18 months ago and its role in mitigating the ongoing recruitment issues within the dental nursing sector. Topics: - Tell us about your family background - Your father is a dentist – was he the reason you decided to become a dentist? - Would you recommend dentistry to your kids? - What did you learn at dental school that is missing today? - Are there things new graduates have which you didn’t when you qualified? - Becoming a partner in 2 practices - Was this a conscious decision to enter into partnership rather than go it alone? - Locumloop – what was the spark to launch this app? - Is there still a recruitment issue on the nursing side of dentistry?…
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PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS EPISODE CONTAINS DISCUSSIONS OF DOMESTIC ABUSE. In this podcast episode, hosts Chris and Andy sit down with Preetee Hylton, a dedicated dental nurse and the President-elect of the British Association of Dental Nurses (BADN). Preetee shares her journey into the dental profession, which she has grown to love despite an initially different career outlook. Preetee delves into her upbringing, discussing whether her parents' careers influenced her path into dentistry. She reveals the pivotal moments and motivations that led her to become a dental nurse and reflects on the experiences gained by working in various settings throughout her career. She talks about how career has evolved from patient-facing roles to more management-focused responsibilities and discusses the importance of raising awareness about domestic abuse within the dental profession, highlighting the unique position dental practices have in maintaining ongoing relationships with their patients. She also touches on the general treatment and perception of dental nurses in the field. As she prepares to assume the role of president-elect of the BADN in October, she shares her feelings about this new responsibility, outlines her plans and shares her views on the best and worst aspects of working in dentistry. Topics: - What was your upbringing like? - Are your parents in dentistry? - What was the spark to get into the profession? - After you qualified did you settle down or move around to gain a broad range of experience? - Has your own career seen you move away from patient facing and more into management? - Raising awareness of domestic abuse – is this something that dentistry has a role to play? - Treatment of dental nurses in practices – how is this in general? - Your role as president-elect of the BADN – what’s your agenda? - What’s the best and worst thing about dentistry? USEFUL CONTACT DETAILS FOR INDIVIDUALS EXPERIENCING DOMESTIC ABUSE o Victim Support 08 08 16 89 111 (24 hour support line) https://www.victimsupport.org.uk/crime-info/types-crime/domestic-abuse/ o Refuge: National 24hour Domestic Violence helpline for Women: 0808 2000 247 o Women’s Aid: helpline@womensaid.org.uk o Solace Women’s Aid: 0800 802 5565, advice@solacewomensaid.org o Flows: Finding Legal Options for Women Survivors, 0203 745 7707, flows@rcjadvice.org.uk o National Domestic Violence Helpline for Men (Respect): 0808 8010 327 o The Mankind Initiative: 0182 3334 244 o Honour Helpline (Karma Nirvana) for advice on forces marriage and honour-based violence: 0800 5999 247 o Forced Marriage Unit: 0207 0081 151 o Broken Rainbow for advice and support for LGBT+ victims of domestic abuse: 0845 2604 460 o Galop for LGBT+ victims of domestic abuse: 0800 999 5428 help@galop.org.uk o Stonewall LGBTQ+ Rights Charity Info@stonewall.org.uk o Southall Black Sisters: 0208 571 9595 o Rape Crisis: 0808 500 2222 o Hourglass (supporting the elderly): call 0808 808 8141 , text 07860052906 . o TravellerMovement: info@travellermovement.org.uk 020 7607 2002 o Scope (disability information and advice line) Call: 0808 800 3333 or Email: helpline@scope.org.uk o Deaf-Hope (Sign-Language Based Service to support domestic abuse victims) nationaldeafhotline@adwas.org http://www.deaf-hope.org/ o Ask for ANI (Action Needed Immediately) in your local pharmacies and jobcentres. o Ask for Angela in pubs, bars and clubs. o UK Says No More Campaign provided safe spaces for domestic abuse victims: https://uksaysnomore.org/safespaces/ Call 999 in an emergency or if someone is at immediate risk of danger.…
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In this special episode of the Dentology Podcast, hosts Andy and Chris discuss the 9 steps involved in buying a dental practice. With so many things to think about, buying outright or buying into a dental practice is not as easy as it sounds. So often viewing a dental practice is seen as the first session step towards practice ownership. Indeed, it is a critical step, but some firm foundations need laying well before this time. In this episode, Andy and Chris explore some of the key steps involved in a dental practice purchase and share their top tips on how best to start the journey towards practice ownership.…
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In this week’s episode of Dentology, hosts Chris and Andy chat with Simran Bains, a dentist, Chair of the BACD’s young membership committee, and secretary of the College of Dentistry West Midlands division. Simran shares stories from her childhood and her time at dentistry school before qualifying in 2017. She explains how, from graduation until 2023, she gained valuable experience working in four different practices—two private and two high-needs NHS—allowing her to broaden her skills and learn more about herself. She discusses her current studies pursuing a Post-graduate Diploma in Restorative and Aesthetic Dentistry and outlines her future career plans. Finally, Simran talks about her role with the BACD, her involvement as a judge in the Private Dentistry Awards 2024, and her recognition in the Dentistry Top 50 for 2023 and 2024. Topics: - Background and childhood - Do you have dentists in your family? - Was dentistry always your dream? - Your time spent at Dentistry School & graduating in 2017 - Tell us about working in 4 different practices from graduation until 2023 - How did this allow you to broaden your skills? - Would you encourage younger dentists to move around a bit and get some broader experience? - Your current studies & future career plans - Being the Chair of the BACD young membership committee - Dental Awards – what’s your opinion?…
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In this week’s episode of Dentology, hosts Chris and Andy chat with Luke Hutchings, a dentist in general practice in Hampshire and the President of the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (BACD). Luke shares his inspiration for becoming a dentist, memories of graduating from Cardiff Dental School in 2002, and his early career days in the NHS where he built clinical experience and honed his patient communication skills. He discusses whether the NHS provides a foundation for newly qualified dentists and if there’s a trend towards ‘going private’ too soon. Luke also talks about his decision to transition to private practice in 2011, the training that supported this move, being recognised as the Aesthetic Dentist of the Year in 2021, and his current role as the President of the BACD, including how the group has benefitted him as a clinician and his priorities for his term. Topics: - What was your inspiration to become a dentist? - Is there dentistry in your family history? - Graduating from dental school in 2002 - What did this period in your life teach you? - Do you have fond memories of your dental school experience? - Was your early career a good time to build your skills? - Is the NHS overlooked as a good grounding for newly qualified dentists? - Is there a trend to go private too soon? - Your transition to private practice in 2011 - Aesthetic Dentist Award 2021 - Current role and priorities as President of the BACD…
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This week we welcome back Ashley Latter, author and experienced business trainer/coach, delve deeper into the topic of dentists discussing fees with their patients, previously touched upon in his first episode (episode 131, released in Feb 2024). In this episode, Ashley explores whether dentists value themselves and examines the potential link between self-worth and the ease of discussing fees. He discusses if there is a standard process that can make the 'money conversation' more comfortable, identifies who in a practice is best suited to discuss fees, and addresses the gap between public perception and the actual cost of dentistry. Additionally, he considers the impact of the NHS's positioning on this issue. Finally, Ashley highlights the importance of training and the necessary skills for discussing fees within a dental practice. He also questions whether there is enough tenacity in dental practices to handle objections effectively or if there is a tendency to quickly move on to the next patient. Topics: - Do dentists value themselves? - Does there need to be a link between valuing yourself and others to be comfortable discussing fees? - Is there a standard process to follow which makes the ‘money conversation’ easier? - Who is the best person in a practice to discuss fees? - Is there a disconnect between public perception and the actual cost of dentistry? - Does the positioning of the NHS help? - Are there other areas of life that getting comfortable with fees positively impact? - Is there enough tenacity in dental practices to handle objections or is there a tendency to move on to the next patient? - How important is training to be informed enough to discuss fees? - Is there a fine line between hard sales tactics vs ethical sales?…
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DENTOLOGY - The Business of Dentistry

In this week’s episode of Dentology, hosts Chris and Andy chat to Roy Bennett, who is not only the founder of Mellow Sedation Ltd, an IV sedation accredited training company, but also a seasoned dentist and educator. Roy chats about how dentistry is still a big part of his life having been in practice for over 36 years. He reflects on his early career days, his time at dental school and what initially inspired him to pursue dentistry as a profession. He talks about his decision to start a private practice back in 1995, why he chose to move away from the NHS so early in his career, and his 2010 venture into founding a sedation training company, offering specialised courses and lectures throughout the UK. Finally, he shares his views on the important role of communication in dentistry and shares insights into how he personally manages his own clinical and non-clinical learning and development. Topics: - What was dental school like back in the 1980’s? - Did dental school back then equip you to be a dentist? - Why did you decide to leave the NHS? - The decision to set up a sedation training company in 2010 - Does sedation have a broader place in dentistry before being for anxious patients? - Do anxious patients require different communication techniques to achieve a positive experience for them? - Is communication given enough air-time in dentistry? - Through your own career, have you segmented your own learning into clinical and non-clinical?…
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DENTOLOGY - The Business of Dentistry

This week we chat to Aly Tejani, Acquisitions and Operations Director at A&U Dental, an independent and family-owned dental group that was set up in 2016 and now has 7 practices under its ownership. Aly discusses his transition from earning an Economics degree at the University of Warwick to pursuing a career in the dental sector after joining his family business in 2016. He talks about some of the challenges and complexities that many small group owners face when managing multiple locations and the extent to which robust systems, comprehensive data and automation need to be relied on. Finally he chats about his current responsibilities within the family business and shares what he finds most fulfilling about his role. Topics: - Your early career days - What was the appeal of moving into the dental sector? - Was the plan to always move in to the family business? - What challenges do many small group owners face when managing multiple locations? - To what extent are systems, data and automation relied on? - Is the dental profession as you expected or have there been some surprises? - What is the most fulfilling part of what you do?…
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