Transitioning from Public to Private Dental Care in the UK
The speakers discuss their experience of transitioning from public to private practice in the UK, highlighting the importance of practicing dentistry on their own terms and being fairly compensated. They also touch on the limitations of dental insurance and offer advice for those considering a move away from insurance.
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Ah, the things we wish we could tell our younger selves! This week, I’m chatting to the fantastic Dr. Alan Mead from Michigan, USA – better known as the host of the Very Dental Podcast. We’ve come together to talk about our top 5 things we wish we knew when we first started our dental career. Alongside the clinical gems, we’ve got great advice on maintaining top-notch mental health, nailing your priorities, and acing that elusive work-life balance.
Highlights of the episode: 00:00 Intro 01:01 Dr. Alan Mead 03:14 The Very Dental Podcast 05:16 You are not your career 10:32 Don’t commit to working Saturdays 13:33 Things to avoid 17:08 Things to pursue 22:39 Work to learn 24:25 The internet 27:05 Understanding people 28:56 Magnification and light 32:04 Sectioning teeth 34:16 Private dentistry 40:34 Outro
