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.

Episode 14: Time to sell?

Jun 24th, 2022 34m 39s

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.

Episode 13: Setting fees

May 26th, 2022 43m 17s

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 w

Episode 12: Valuing dental nurses

Apr 21st, 2022 31m 6s

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,

Episode 11: Mental health in practice

Mar 9th, 2022 38m 28s

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 prac

Episode 10: Emerging from Covid

Feb 16th, 2022 40m 42s

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 l

Episode 9: The Fluoridation Conversation

Aug 17th, 2021 27m 16s

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 subj

Episode 8: Creating Change

Jul 9th, 2021 28m 40s

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 experienc

Episode 7: The Big C (part 2)

Jun 23rd, 2021 29m 6s

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.

Episode 6: The Big C (part 1)

Jun 14th, 2021 31m 18s

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.

Episode 5: Sexuality

Jun 1st, 2021 36m 19s

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 positi

Episode 4: Careers

May 18th, 2021 50m 57s

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.

Episode 3: Markets

May 4th, 2021 37m 37s

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.

Episode 2: Presidential

Apr 19th, 2021 31m 56s

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

Episode 1: Leadership

Apr 6th, 2021 43m 11s

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