Canny Dentists
Welcome to Canny Dentists Podcast Talks! Delve into enlightening discussions designed for the dental industry's professionals. Here, we spotlight well-being, sharing challenges and triumphs both in and out of the clinic. At Canny Dentists, we're committed to fostering a community that uplifts and empowers, with the aim of achieving a harmonious work-life balance and greater professional fulfillment.
Join us in this dialogue, where your voice becomes an integral thread in the tapestry of our community’s narrative. Your insights, experiences, and stories are not just valued—they’re essential.
Welcome to Canny Dentists Podcast Talks!
Episodes
22 episodes
George Vernon: Boosting Physical Wellbeing
George Vernon, founder of the Optimal Achiever Programme. George shares his journey from amateur boxer to fitness coach, offering insights into losing weight, achieving peak fitness, and maintaining lifelong health.He highlights the impo...
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28:54
Amit Jilka: The Road to Award-Winning Dental Practice Ownership
We welcome Amit Jilka, an award-winning practice owner and entrepreneur. Amit shares his journey of growing Abbey House Dental from a small NHS practice to a 19-surgery operation.He discusses the challenges of building the right team and...
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25:51
Dr Manuela Rodrigues: The Founder of Mindful Dentistry
Join us as we sit down with Dr Manuela Rodrigues, not just a dentist, but a pioneer in integrating mindfulness into the dental profession. Through her “Mindful Dentistry” initiative, she’s transforming how dental professionals approach their cr...
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Season 1
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27:33
Nagini Vallamkonda: Tech Solutions For Dentists' Time Management
Join us as we delve into the world of a dentist with over 13 years of experience who ventured into the tech realm to create “Notes-hub”. Discover the challenges of juggling two demanding fields, the inspiration behind the platform,...
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18:58
Claire Louise: Transforming Oral Health
We chat with Claire Louise, an accomplished dental hygienist, about innovative approaches to enhancing the dental profession. Claire, who transitioned from the Army to private practice in Leeds, shares insights from her diverse career.Be...
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29:07
Emilie Szasz-Frank: Side hustles and career exits
We dive into the world of side hustles with our guest, Emilie Szazs, a dental practice owner and mother of two.With 22 years of experience in dentistry, Emilie shares her insights on balancing the pressures of practice ownershi...
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29:53
Professor Paul Tipton: Career in the Profession
We delve into the multifaceted career of Professor Paul Tipton, a seasoned professional with four decades of experience in dentistry. Professor Tipton shares his journey from owning practices to establishing a tit and training academy that enha...
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Season 1
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34:51
Angie Heilmann: Exploring Peer Listening
We delve into the crucial topic of mental health and wellbeing within the dental profession with the distinguished Angie Heilmann.Angie brings to the table an illustrious career spanning over 40 years in dental nursing, education, and le...
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25:32
Mash Seriki: Inside Media with The Dental Tribune
We chat with media entrepreneur Mash Seriki, who shares his journey in the dental media and education space. Discover the evolution from the dot-com era to today's digital advancements in dentistry with Mash's groundbreaking platform.Ma...
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25:19
Dr. Mahrukh Khwaja: Mindfulness Meets Dentistry
We are thrilled to bring you an enlightening conversation with Dr. Mahrukh Khwaja—a dentist, positive psychologist, and accredited mindfulness teacher. With over 12 years of experience in dentistry, Dr. Khwaja opens up about her personal journe...
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Episode 13
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26:00
Kirsty Chappell: Journey to Dental Education Innovation
We delve into the world of dental hygiene and education with Kirsty Chappell, a dedicated dental hygienist, therapist, and the innovative mind behind Kirsty Smile Academy.Kirsty shares her unique journey into the dental field, from her i...
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Episode 12
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23:38
Janine Brooks: Power of Mentorship in Dentistry
In this enlightening episode of the Canny Dentists podcast, host Andrew delves into the significant role of mentorship in the dental profession with Janine Brooks. With over four decades of experience in both clinical and non-clinical roles, Ja...
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Episode 11
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28:28
Jatinder Ubhi: 2024 is a year of change or challenge?
Jatinder Ubhi, the innovator behind the Canny Dentists platform and a seasoned practice owner. This episode dives deep into the dental industry's prospects for 2024, blending optimism with a realistic view of the challenges ahead.💡 Key H...
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Episode 10
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17:49
Anna Middleton: Direct Access and Dental Hygiene
In this week’s Canny Dentist podcast, we join Anna Middleton, founder of London Hygienist, exploring the evolving role of dental hygienists and the impact of direct access in the UK since 2013. Anna shares her journey from not pursuing dental t...
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Episode 9
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29:34
Ben Tighe: From Uncertain Beginnings to Dental Excellence
In this episode, we chat with Ben Tighe, a dental therapist who found fame on social media during lockdown. Ben shares his unique journey from uncertain A-level student to a diverse career as a dental therapist, tutor at the Eastman...
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18:43
David Holmes : Understanding the Pain Points that Affect your Business and Mental Health
David Holmes – Dentist, Founder & CEO FollowApp CareIn this episode of the Canny Dentists podcast, we sit down with David Holmes, a dentist with a 20-year career in both Australia and Central London. As a dental professional, David s...
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Episode 7
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19:12
Liliana Fonseca : Insights from a Portuguese Dentist's Journey
We talk to Liliana Fonseca, a dentist and practice owner based in Portugal.She shares her perspective on health and well-being in the dental industry from her market. Liliana discusses the challenges of managing a dental practice, the im...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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27:35
Jan Smith: Empowering Mental Wellbeing
Join us for an enlightening conversation with Dr. Jan Smith, psychologist and CEO of the Mind Yourself app. We delve into the pressing issues of workplace mental health, particularly post-COVID. Discover how the app helps employees manage stres...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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16:26
Anna Middleton: From Sound Engineering to Dental Hygiene
Discover Anna Middleton's unique path from music tech to dental hygiene, her strategies for managing a hectic schedule, and invaluable insights on self-care and professional resilience.Dive into her journey and learn how to balance stre...
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21:33
Janine Brooks: Legend in the Dentistry
Tune in as we sit down with Janine Brookes, a highly accomplished dentist with over 27 years of experience.After retiring from the NHS in 2011, Janine established her own coaching and mentoring consultancy, becoming a trusted figure in t...
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19:54
Jatinder Ubhi, Co-Founder of Canny Dentists: Revolutionising Dental Practices
Dr Jatinder Ubhi has a proven success with innovating and operating dental practices. He has a demonstrable history of working with teams to ensure business targets are met within recruitment, sales, budgets, and strategic planning. Jatinder ha...
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Episode 2
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6:39
James Parkes: Performance in the workplace and outside
At Canny Dentists Podcast dive deep into the mental and physical well-being of those behind the mask. Join us as we kick off with our first guest, James Parkes, a former professional rugby player with 21 years under his belt. With a 13-year ten...
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Episode 1
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