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We reach way back into the archives this week with a look back at one of Payman and Prav’s favourite conversations with Green Beret-turned-dentist, Danny Watson.
Danny looks back on his first meeting with Prav, recalls how seeing military dentists at work inspired him to join the profession, and discusses burning his military bridges in hot pursuit of his newfound passion.
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In This Episode
0.34 - Early years
07.27 - Army days
14.59 - Discovering dentistry
21.25 - Getting started and burning bridges
26.01 - The military mindset
36.19 - Highs and lows
44.47 - Lambos & love at first sight
48.28 - On PT
53.47 - New challenges
57.08 - Last day on earth
About Danny Watson
Danny Watson graduated from Manchester University in 2018 and went on to practise at Manchester’s Kiss Dental.
Before becoming a dentist, Danny enjoyed a long and distinguished military career including service with the Green Berets and active service in Iraq and Afghanistan.
He is passionate about cross fit and personal training, and is the current world-record holder for the greatest distance travelled on the Concept-2 indoor rower in one minute.
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Specialist orthodontist Annika Patek opens up about the challenges of dental study and practise for those who don’t fit the mould.
The conversation delves into the challenges of being a career-focused woman in dentistry, including sacrificing family and relationships for speciality training.
Annika discusses her experiences with marriage and motherhood while working as a specialist, the importance of mental resilience and camaraderie and support within the profession.
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In This Episode
00:02:25 - Backstoty
00:06:00 - Discovering dentistry
00:09:30 - Dental school
00:15:20 - General practice, VT and specialist training
00:22:10 - Conformity and non-conformity
00:25:58 - Family, study, and careers
00:34:10 - Ortho training challenge
00:40:20 - GDPs and ortho
00:44:25 - Marriage and motherhood
00:52:30 - Ortho highs and lows
00:54:05 - Support and camaraderie
00:57:00 - Mental resilience
01:00:00 - Lingual Vs Invisalign
About Annika Patel
Annika gained a Bachelor of Dental Surgery degree and postgraduate Masters in Orthodontics from King’s College London.
She trained in maxillofacial and oral surgery and paediatric dentistry before completing specialist training in Orthodontics at Guy’s Hospital and the Queen Victoria Hospital, East Grinstead.
Annika has a keen interest in the intersection of science, orthodontics, and art.
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Payman chats with the world-renowned professor Avijit Banerjee, who shares his journey in academia, discussing his research focused on applying scientific findings to patient care.
As you’d expect from a polymathic mind like Prof. Banerjee's, the conversation ranges far and wide, covering challenges in dental education, the role of new technologies in diagnosis and the public's perception of fluoride.
Prof. Banerjee also wisdom on clinical judgement, patient communication, the value of documenting cases, and much more.
Enjoy!
In This Episode
00:03:45 - Academia, research and curiosity
00:10:00 - Research, commercialisation and sharing
00:18:15 - Recent studies
00:28:11 - Oral health messaging
00:31:25 - Shift towards whole patient care and holistic dentistry in education
00:33:30 - Training: past, present, UK and abroad
00:42:20 - Advice for young dentists
00:43:20 - NHS funding
00:48:10 - International teaching and research
00:55:40 - Minimally invasive dentistry
01:16:40 - New technologies
01:20:10 - Danger of undertreatment
01:23:20 - Experimentation and evidence
01:26:05 - Bureaucracy and red tape
01:28:05 - Misunderstanding and misinformation
01:34:00 - Fluoride and fissure sealants
01:44:10 - Black box thinking
01:50:25 - Teaching style
01:51:25 - Fantasy dinner party
01:58:40 - Last days and legacy
About Professor Avijit Banerjee
Professor Avijit Banerjee, a global authority in minimally invasive dentistry, leads the Cariology & Operative Dentistry research program at King's College London Faculty of Dentistry, Oral & Craniofacial Sciences.
He serves as Head of Conservative & MI Dentistry, Director of Education (UG), and Programme Director for the KCL distance-learning Masters in Advanced Minimum Intervention Dentistry.
Banerjee's research focuses on MI operative caries management and adhesive dental biomaterials, resulting in over 120 publications and £2.5 million in research funding. He collaborates with international Industry partners as an R&D KOL and is the primary author of the widely respected text, Pickard's Guide to Minimally Invasive Operative Dentistry.
Banerjee holds editorial positions in several prominent dental journals and maintains a specialist clinical practice in Restorative Dentistry, Prosthodontics & Periodontics. He currently serves as the President of the BDA Metropolitan Branch Section.
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Simon Chard shares his journey through the challenges and triumphs of running a dental practice, his presidency of the BACD and thoughts on the potential of new technologies and methodologies in shaping the future of dentistry.
His passion for personal development, both for himself and his peers, shines through as he discusses the potential for dentistry to improve lives.
Enjoy!
In This Episode
02.00 - Entrepreneurial challenges
15:25 - Personal development
22:00 - Family time and personal values
29.05 - BACD presidency and future teaching ambitions
00.31.15 - Digital dentistry material science
00.33.05 - Well-being and personal development
00.49.00 - Innovation, change and dogma
01.00:00 - Relationships and personal and professional growth
01.02.05 - Future trends
01.07.40 - Black box thinking
01.10.25 - Fantasy dinner party
01.14.00 - Last Days and Legacy
About Simon Chard
Cosmetic dentist and former president of the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, Simon Chard, is passionate about using digital technology to simplify cosmetic and implant dentistry. He regularly teaches digital dentistry, dental photography and minimally invasive aesthetic techniques.
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Reality star, TV presenter, and writer Amber Rose opens up about life as Love Island contestant and winner.
Amber shares the story of how she was cast on Love Island and how subsequent attention and criticism led to what she considers her lowest point.
Amber, always true to herself, shares her current career pursuits in entertainment, writing, and brand deals, the process of writing her first novel, and seeking opportunities that better align with her authentic self.
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In This Episode
[00:02:05] Backstory
[00:10:25] Love Island
[00:30:00] Highs and lows
[00:36:50] Friendship
[00:39:40] ADHD
[00:50:50] Social media, societal pressures and mental health
[00:57:05] Authenticity
[01:00:20] Career and plans
[01:05:35] Reality TV
[01:08:45] Longevity
About Amber Rose Gill
Amber Rose Gill is a TV personality and author famed for winning the fifth series of Love Island. In 2022, Amber released her debut romance novel, Until I Met You.
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Payman chats with dental coach and communication expert Barry Oulton.
Barry shares his journey into dentistry, despite his artistic nature, and how his father influenced his career choice.
He discusses his education in the UK and the US, overcoming limiting beliefs and the challenges of running a practice.
Enjoy!
In This Episode
[00:01:10] Backstory
[00:09:05] Study
[00:11:25] Journey to practice ownership
[00:15:40] Personal life and personal development
[00:28:40] Coaching greatness
[00:33:20] Limiting beliefs
[00:42:30] Patient journey and communication
[00:51:50] Blackbox thinking
[00:55:00] Practice management
[01:07:05] NHS to private transition
[01:09:40] State of the industry
[01:15:20] Fantasy dinner party
[01:17:15] Last days and legacy
About Barry Oulton
Dr Barry Oulton is a dentist, business owner, lecturer, coach, and mentor who has worked with Henry Schein, Septodont, DMG, S4S, Biohorizons, Bupa Dental, and Colosseum on B2B sales success in dentistry.
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Rhona catches up with long-time friend Sarita Stefani, co-founder of Amelis, a platform that makes egg freezing and fertility treatments more accessible and affordable for women.
They delve into Sarita's remarkable journey as a female entrepreneur, highlighting her resilience and determination, especially during the challenging fundraising process while pregnant.
The conversation also explores the societal impact of Amelis, shedding light on the increasing popularity yet lingering stigma around egg freezing, the high costs involved, and how Amelis is championing women's health by providing transparency and education.
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In This Episode
[00:01:40] - Backstory
[00:04:10] - Working in finance
[00:08:25] - Gender pay gap
[00:14:15] - Female representation
[00:16:55] - Founding Amelis
[00:22:00] - Fertility—personal and social perspectives
[00:30:30] - The male fertility factor
[00:32:55] - Egg freezing and age
[00:36:20] - Personal experience
[00:37:55] - Affordability and accessibility
[00:44:05] - Fundraising and entrepreneurial journey
[00:57:05] - Plans and ambitions
[01:00:20] - Competition and popularity
[01:03:55] - The increasing popularity of egg freezing in recent years
[01:07:15] - Global Dental Collective
[01:09:00] - Dentistry and mental health
[01:11:30] - Finding Amelis online
About Sarita Stefani
Women’s Health Ultimate Role Model winner 2024, Sarita Stefani, is the CEO and founder of Amilis, which supports women through the egg-freezing process. She is also an angel investor in life sciences, healthcare and medtech.
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Payman reunites with bestie and occasional show host Prav Solanki for a long-awaited update on his mission to bring effortless enquiry conversion to dental clinics.
Prav briefs us on the story of Leadflo from its early barebones launch to becoming the most advanced dental CRM on the market.
Packed with Prav’s trademark insight on sales psychology, the conversation covers the challenges of software development, nuances of the buyer journey, and how Prav’s practice experience as a practice owner and marketer have informed Leadflo’s painstaking design.
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In This Episode
00:01:41 - Where’s Prav been?
00:03:50 - Intro to Leadflo
00:06:18 - User experience
00:08:22 - Response, follow-up and warming
00:16:40 - Messaging
00:21:44 - Long-term buyer journeys
00:27:09 - Sales process psychology and consistency
00:32:28 - Onboarding and simplicity
00:35:46 - Emotional intelligence, cadence and frequency
00:39:23 - Personal experience
00:41:22 - Product development
About Prav Solanki
Prav Solanki is a marketing scientist and dental growth specialist who has supported countless dental professionals and organisations to achieve stellar growth.
He is a co-owner and director of IAS Academy and founder of The Fresh, the UK’s leading dental growth and marketing agency.
His latest project, Leadflo, is described as the world’s most advanced CRM for dental clinics.
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Dental technician Simon Caxton shares his unconventional path into dental technology, describing his hands-on learning style, passion for the craft, and drive to excel.
Our conversation takes a deep dive into the current landscape of dental labs in the UK. We explore the challenges in finding skilled technicians, the transformative impact of digital technologies, and the value of collaboration and communication between dentists and technicians.
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00:02:40 - Backstory
00:16:10 - Establishing a lab
00:24:30 - Challenges
00:42:15 - Dentist-technician relationships
00:49:15 - Anatomy and workflow
00:52:25 - Skills and training
00:56:40 - Blackbox thinking
01:03:40 - Business exit
01:08:20 - Aspirations
01:12:40 - Techniques and workflow
01:17:25 - Fantasy dinner party
01:21:25 - Last days and legacy
Simon Caxton is a dental technician and director of the Romford-based Simplee Dental Ceramics laboratory.
In This EpisodeAbout Simon Caxton
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This week’s episode reaches spots other podcasts miss as Payman sits down with dentist-turned-inventor Michael Alatsaris.
Michael shares his journey from a dissatisfied clinician and practice owner to a fulfilled product designer and entrepreneur, discussing the highs and lows of the painstaking process of bringing an innovative new toothbrush to market.
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In This Episode00:02:30 - Choosing dentistry
00:06:40 - Practice purchase
00:16:25 - Challenges of practice ownership
00:22:25 - Exit
00:27:00 - Product design
00:30:50 - Problem-solution
00:38:25 - ErgoProx
00:44:00 - Prototyping and tooling
00:51:10 - Going to market
00:56:15 - Execution Vs ideation
01:03:40 - Challenging the status quo
01:05:35 - Blackbox thinking
01:08:10 - Marketing and trajectory
01:09:09 - Fantasy dinner party
01:12:02 - Last days and legacy
About Michael AlatsarisFormer dental practice owner Michael Alatsaris is the inventor of the ErgoProx toothbrush for cleaning mesial and distal surfaces next to spacing.
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Mind Movers brings things home this week as Rhona has a heart-to-heart with her father, Dr Alex Eskander, a renowned obstetrician and gynaecologist.
Dr Eskander shares his inspiring journey from Egypt to the UK, his experiences as a junior doctor in the NHS, and his transition to private practice.
The conversation delves into important topics such as the importance of egg freezing, increasing rates of fertility issues, the psychological impact of infertility, and the option of adoption.
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In This Episode00:01:45 - Backstory
00:05:50 - Journey to the UK and medical training
00:23:40 - NHS experience
00:35:30 - A love story
00:54:40 - Return to the UK
01:08:05 - Private practice
01:11:40 - Egg freezing and ovarian reserve
01:16:25 - Fertility and IVF
01:29:10 - Societal pressures
01:36:30 - Adoption
01:42:15 - Male infertility
01:44:25 - Dr. Iskander's experience with prostate cancer
01:48:15 - Advice for younger self
About Dr Alex EskanderDr Alex Eskander is an obstetrician, gynaecologist and assisted conception consultant. He is the co-director of The Fertility & Gynaecology Academy and founder of the Gynae Centre, London.
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Selvaraj Balaji shares his journey from growing up in rural South India to the UK, where he is now a successful implant dentist at the helm of a small group of practices and implant training academy.
Selvaraj discusses the challenges of getting started in the UK, the philosophy behind his Academy of Soft and Hard Tissue Augmentation (ASHA) Club UK for advanced implant training and finding a healthy work-life balance.
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In This Episode0:02:05: Backstory
00:04:00: Moving to the UK
00:24:00: Surgery to general practice
00:35:22: From VT to implantology
00:41:12: Practice purchase, management and growth
01:01:22: Family life
01:06:14: Teaching and ASHA
01:16:36: Blackbox thinking
01:19:17: Talent, mentorship and training
01:25:24: Ambition and plans
01:27:36: Last days and legacy
01:28:40: Fantasy dinner party
About Selvaraj BalajiImplant dentist Selvaraj Balaji owns Buckinghamshire-based The Gallery and Meadow Walk dental clinics. He is also the founder of the Academy of Soft and Hard Tissue Augmentation (ASHA) Club UK for advanced implant training.
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Take a deep breath and tune in as Jamie Clements explores the transformative power of breathwork
Jamie shares his journey from the tech industry to breathwork coach and founder of The Breath Space, discussing the scientific and therapeutic aspects of breathwork for improving physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
He offers practical advice for integrating breathwork into daily routines and insights into how it could improve focus and reduce stress in dentistry.
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In This Episode00:00:05 - Importance and applications of breathwork
00:09:05 - Transition from tech
00:16:40 - Breathwork as business.
00:27:30 - Functional breathing
00:32:55 - Breathwork in dentistry
00:39:40 - Techniques for managing panic, anxiety, and stress
00:43:40 - Male mental health
00:54:35 - Self-soothing
01:19:35 - Personal growth
01:22:05 - Practical advice
Jamie ClementsJamie Clements is a breathwork specialist and founder of The Breath Space. He has worked with entrepreneurs, politicians, and athletes to share the well-being benefits of breathwork and altered states of consciousness.
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Pete Niesiolowski provides a glimpse into a dental journey that has taken him from the UK to Australia, and back.
Pete discusses life down under, the challenges of transitioning from NHS to private care, and thoughts on the overlap between implant provision and cosmetic dentistry.
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01.20 - Backstory
15.20 - NHS to private practice
21.15 - Australia
27.00 - Discovering cosmetic dentistry
29.30 - Practice ownership
31.30 - Implant journey, training and experience
51.15 - Blackbox thinking
01.13.20 - Fantasy dinner party
01.07.30 - Thoughts on the future
About Pete NiesiolowskiDr Pete Niesiolowski graduated from King’s College London in 1997 with his bachelor of dental surgery degree. He has worked in general dental practice for over two decades, including eight years running a practice in Australia.
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Payman Langroudi sits down with Zak Kara, co-founder of Bounemoputh-based Smile Stories, to explore the philosophy and practices behind his success.
Zak shares insights into the importance of teamwork, thoughts on patient communication and why some conventional dental words and phrases off limits during patient consultations.
Zak also explores patient journeys, creating a practice ambience and his practice-growth philosophy.
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In This Episode01.00 - Private dentistry and the patient journey
04.55 - Smile Stories
11.00 - Patient selection
20.00 - Personal and professional background
28.40 - Comfort, ambience and atmosphere
32.21 - Banned words
36.10 - Practice management
01.10.00 - Practice growth
01.17.10 - Consultation and communication
01.57.25 - Leadership and structure
02.05.00 - Black box thinking
02.21.19 - Last days and legacy
About Zak KaraZak Kara is the co-owner of Bournemouth-based Smile Stories dental practice.
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Emma Marshall, the CEO of Movement is Medicine, chats about the profound impact of movement on mental and physical health.
Emma shares her journey from facing severe health challenges and exploring various mainstream and alternative therapies to discovering the healing power of movement and dance.
She discusses the importance of integrating physical with mental health support and using movement as a vehicle for catharsis and trauma recovery.
Emma also touches on the societal pressures and misconceptions around health and advocates for more accessible and inclusive approaches to wellness practices.
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In This Episode00.40 - Emma’s story
12.41 - Alternative medicine
23.10 - Rhythm and healing
26.05 - Movement is Medicine
39.10 - Wellness and mental health
46.25 - Accessibility and socioeconomics
52.45 - Female perspectives
57:40 - Business and the rhythm of processes
01.01.00 - TED Talks and training for teachers.
About Emma MarshallEmma Marshall is the founder and CEO of Movement is Medicine®, a neuroscientific technique for wellness and stress relief through music and dance.
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Laura Horton relates her journey from dental nurse and TCO to practice owner and growth consultant.
Laura gives a clinic-eye view on the invaluable role of TCOs in shaping patient experience within the practice, shares wisdom on team growth and development, and discusses the highs and lows of practice ownership.
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In This Episode00.50 - Backstory
07.00 - Nursing, TCO and consultancy
12.00 - Practice workflow insights
17.20 - Practice ownership
29.25 - Professional relationships and career development
35.00 - The TCO role
44.00 - Team training and development
01.26.00 - Friendship Vs professionalism
01.36.30 - Trust and karma
01.54.00 - Fantasy Dinner Party
02.01.10 - Last days and legacy
About Laura HortonFormer TCO and dental nurse Laura Horton owns and runs Flagstaff-based clinic Dental Smiles. She is the founder of Laura Horton Consulting, which provides practice growth and development support.
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Mindset coach, charity founder, model and former boxer Paul Sculfor discusses the challenges of transitioning from the ring to the catwalk and thoughts on self-acceptance, sobriety and the pressure of being in the spotlight.
Reflecting candidly on his struggles with addiction, Paul talks reveals how sobriety has transformed his life and relationships, arguing passionately for the need for genuine self-discovery.
In this Episode01.00 - Backstory
11.50 - From boxing to modelling
23.55 - Coping mechanisms
33.20 - The ongoing impact of addiction
44.00 - Sobriety
47.00 - Substances Vs plant medicine
51.00 - The depth of addiction and personal harm
53.05 - Rehab
0.58.00 - Fame
1.02.40 - Modelling in the digital era
1.07.20 - Self-image and surgery
1.12.30 - Male mental health
1.17.20 - Stride Foundation UK
1.22.40 - Life advice
About Paul SculforPaul Sculfor is an actor, model and mindset coach. He is founder of the Stride UK Foundation, which provides support to those affected by addiction.
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Sarika Shah shares her journey from childhood in Kenya to becoming the principal of a successful Docklands-based practice.
She discusses her transition to the UK for education, her decision to pursue dentistry, and the highs and lows of practice growth.
Sarika explores the importance of patient care, team management, and overcoming obstacles, with insight into the unique challenges faced by women in dentistry.
In This Episode02.25 - Backstory
08.20 - Discovering dentistry
11.35 - University
18.20 - Professional journey
31.30 - Practice ownership and growth
42.35 - Women in dentistry
51.35 - Parenting and leadership
01.00.50 - Blackbox thinking
01.07.15 - Last days and legacy
01.08.00 - Fantasy dinner party
About Sarika ShahSarika Shah graduated from the University of Manchester in 2006 and completed a Master's degree in Restorative Dentistry at the Eastman Dental Institute, UCL. Sarika established Platinum Dental Care in Canary Wharf in 2017.
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Yolande Fisher shares her compelling journey from early childhood in Cameroon to successful practice in Bristol.
Her story unfolds from her early education and influences to the challenges and revelations she faced within the NHS and her transition to private practice.
Alongside her clinical pursuits, Yolande delves into the balance of motherhood, continuous learning, and the pursuit of personal fulfilment. amidst the evolving landscape of dentistry.
In This Episode01.30 - Back story
06.00 - Discovering dentistry
21.40 - The NHS Experience
27.15 - Motherhood, moving to Bristol, and family life.
37.00 - Learning and leading
42.10 - Social media
47.00 - Family
56:20 - Privilege
01:11:20 - Black box thinking
01:24:00 - Continuous learning
01:19:40 - Practice ownership and partnerships
01.23.56 - Standout learning experiences
01.30.32 - Future
01.36.21 - Fantasy dinner party
01.40.16 - Last days and legacy
About Yolande FisherYolande Fisher is a GDP practising at the Family Dental and Implant Centre in Bristol.
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