The Dentist

In this episode we are talking to Mahurkh Khwaja on the issue of mental health and wellbeing, and discussing her new campaign Mission Mindful. 

In this episode we talk to Christie & Co's Paul Graham about the publication of the Dental Market Review. 

In this episode we talk to sales coach Mahmood Mawjee about life in and out of dentistry, and the importance of having passion in what you do. 

In this episode we talk to dentist and researcher Victoria Sampson on the importance of home care, motivation techniques and the links between oral and systemic health. 

In this episode we are talking to Paul Graham, head of dental at Christie & Co, looking at the current state of the market, and what dentists need to think of when preparing their practice for sale. 

This episode features a discussion with Michelle Hardy, a regional support manager at Practice Plan, on the issue of fees.Knowing what the right fees are for your services will depend on many different factors, understanding what they are and what information is relevant is extremely important. One size does not fit all, and considering prices should not be a one time event either - as Michelle explains. 

In this episode we are in discussion with Jacqui Elsden,  president of the British Association of Dental Nurses, looking at the value of a dental nurse. Recruitment and retention of dental nurses has become a real issue for a lot of practices, but the right level of remuneration, and general appreciation can help practices keep their teams happy. Understanding what the value is, and how to communicate it effectively - is key to a successful long term relationship. 

In this episode we are in conversation with Fiona Ellwood, co-chair of the Dental Professional Alliance. We consider the challenges to the dental team's mental health, the signs to look out for and the practical steps which can be taken in practice, such as appointing a mental health first aider, to help improve wellbeing. 

In this episode we are talking to Nigel Jones, sales and marketing director at Practice Plan. The conversation covers the impact the pandemic had on dental businesses, what we learnt about the market from the experience, and how the landscape looks as we move forwards. 

In this episode we talk to Barry Cockcroft, former CDO for England and current chair of the British Fluoridation Society, about water fluoridation.  The science, the data, and the answers to questions many patients may still have about the subject are all covered - as are hopes for the future in light of the recent government white paper.

In this episode we talk to Michele Solak and Professor Mark McGurk about developments in the treatment of cancer patients.Michele is the founder of a campaign for free NHS dental care for cancer patients. The campaign followed her own experience with breast cancer and conversations with other cancer patients who struggled to pay for their urgent dental care whilst receiving cancer treatment. For more information about Michele’s campaign visit https://bit.ly/3qWGPcu or find her on Twitter (@MicheleSolak) and Instagram (@cancerdentalcare).Professor McGurk is a head and neck cancer specialist, past president of the British Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (BAOMS) and the founder of the Head and Neck Cancer Foundation (HNCF). He discusses a pioneering new treatment for parotid gland tumours using holograms. For more information about the HNCF visit www.hncf.org.uk 

In this episode we continue our conversation with dental therapist Charlotte Wake, who discusses her cancer journey, focusing on recovery and the return to practice. 

In this episode we are in conversation with dental therapist Charlotte Wake, who discusses her cancer journey, from diagnosis and treatment through to recovery and the return to practice. 

In this episode we are in conversation with Andrew Gilliver, the Pride in Practice coordinator at the LGBT Foundation. We consider sexuality, tolerance and openness, and what practices can do to ensure all members of the community have a positive patient journey.

In this episode we are in conversation with Fazeela Khan-Osborne and Sinead McEnhill looking at the subject of careers. Barriers, personal sacrifice and life-long learning are all discussed as we try to find the drivers for success in practice. 

In this episode we are in conversation with Luke Moore and Leah Turner from Dental Elite. The pair discuss some of the longer term trends in the dental practice market, as well as the impact of the pandemic and lockdowns. 

In this episode we talk with ADI President Eimear O'Connell on the course of her career, the challenges she has faced and her work at the ADI.  Eimear is the first female president of the  Association and hopes that in her time in the role she can help put an end to the perception of both the ADI, and implant dentistry more generally, as a boy's club.

To kick off this new series of podcasts we are talking all about leadership  with business coach and the founder of Engage the Team, Simon Gambold.What makes a good leader? Can the skills be learnt or is it something people either have or don't? Is there a one size fits all solution? Do people even mean the same thing when using the term 'leadership'?  Simon breaks down some of the myths which exist on the subject and explains how, with the right attitude and effort, dentists can improve their leadership skills.