DENTOLOGY - The Business of Dentistry

In this episode, Dr. Sorabh Patel (Principal Dentist and

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

Finally, he reflects on the daily challenges of running a

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?

In this episode, hosts Andy and Chris chat to Ed Calvert

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

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?

In this episode, hosts Chris and Andy reflect on their 24

They emphasise the importance of celebrating successes,

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

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

He explains how dentistry wasn’t his first choice of career

He talks about some of the challenges and obstacles he’s

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

Looking ahead, Riaz talks about his future ambitions in

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

- Heading to Hungary to study dentistry

- Do you seek out difficult things to prove yourself?

- What coping mechanisms do you use when trauma

- 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 important has your own fitness, health and

- What are your future ambitions in dentistry?

- Do you plan to own a practice one day?

In this episode, Chris and Andy are delighted to be joined

Nicki is the co-founder of The Exceptional Leadership

In this episode, Nicki talks about The Magic Dentist, a

Nicki talks about the importance of early oral health

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

Topics:

- Explain more about The Magic Dentist

- How big is the problem of oral health among young

- What sort of events and activities do you

- What are your views on how dentists are often portrayed

- 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?

In this episode, Chris and Andy are joined by Paul Ebert,

Paul shares how growing up in a small village in Germany

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

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?

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,

Chris and Andy discuss why not getting a proper valuation

Plus, they explore the importance of planning well in

Take a listen to this episode for more insight into these

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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

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

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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

Shameek’s joyful outlook on life reflects his positive approach to both personal and professional challenges. He discusses his qualifications, from graduating from

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?

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

Selling a practice is a major decision. If you're considering it, don't miss this insightful episode.