The Dental Head Start Podcast

Welcome to What I Wish I Knew by Dental Head Start. This is a podcast where we learn from people that have been there, made the mistakes, learnt the lessons and have developed into the accomplished dental professionals they are today. It’s your weekly mentoring session. Hosted by Erica Hwin All it takes is one conversation to start a movement or inspire a change.  In this episode, we wind down with Dr Amanda Phoon Nguyen and take a deep dive into aspects of our lives beyond just clinical dentistry. I think Dr Amanda is such a wonderful role model for younger dentists in terms of living to your greatest potential, chasing your passions and not worrying so much about what other people think. We talk about all things from work-life balance (and does that even exist), managing self-doubt and imposter syndrome and standing your ground and knowing when to say no. We also discuss Dr Amanda’s role as current President for the Western Australia Women in Dentistry committee, what it means to her and their vision for the future. So grab yourselves a cup of tea and wind down with us for this heart to heart chat.  Dr Amanda Phoon Nguyen Amanda is an Oral Medicine Specialist. Her clinical and research interests include oral mucosal disease, orofacial pain, temporomandibular disorders, dental sleep medicine and paediatric oral medicine. She is an examiner for the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons and on the Board of Studies for Oral Medicine. She publishes and reviews for multiple journals and represents her specialty at multidisciplinary groups. An accomplished international and national speaker, she is passionate about her speciality, regularly lecturing and teaching. RIPE Global In this exceptionally difficult time for our profession, we need to look at the silver lining. With time, we can work on ourselves and work on our dentistry. And what better way then with RIPE Global In a market flooded with online content, RIPE Global sits head and shoulders above the rest. Enjoy some of the most useful yet professionally created online content anywhere in the world, for just $59AUD/month. Benefits include Access to over 200 hours of lecture recordings and clinical videos.Phone, email and chat support4 Dentistry Fundamentals courses per year (valued at $1075). (Restoration Fundamentals is an example of this style of product.)4 Exclusive Live and interactive Q&A sessions per year (valued at $10K) My crown prep workflow is modelled on Lincoln’s video from the academy 3 years ago! This will change your practicing career. Get 30% off the membership for life – Use the code “Headstartripe”  Principle Practice Management Software  Cloud based dental software, rethought from the ground up for 2021 and beyond. Finally, an intelligent platform that optimises every process and workflow from scheduling to treatment planning to account management. Designed for intuitiveness, Principle offers seamless interconnectivity between patients, appointments, staff, tasks, notes, meetings, labs and more. This means fewer clicks, fuller books, faster communication, nothing slipping through the cracks and greater business transparency.  Principles of best practice embedded in software design to keep your team lean and your time productively occupied. The post TIP #94 – Standing Your Ground with Dr Amanda Phoon Nguyen appeared first on Dental Head Start.

Hosted by Erica Hwin If there’s one thing I took away from this episode with Dr Aovana Timmerman, it is that dentistry is a marathon not a sprint. It takes discipline, persistence and a consistent pace to maintain motivation and prevent burnout.  In this episode, we talk to Dr Aovana about what it is that drives her passion for continuous learning and growth in dentistry, and the parallels our profession has with physical activity. We reflect on her journey as a general dentist for 10 years, before undergoing endodontic specialist training, research and why she’s now chosen to undertake a PhD.  Dr Aovana is a fantastic role model and really instills confidence in young dentists that there is so much potential for us to do great things – we just have to chase it! Dr Aovana Timmerman Aovana graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Science from the University of Melbourne in 2001 and after completing her fellowship with the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons (RACDS) in 2010, she continued with her specialist training obtaining a Doctor of Clinical Dentistry in Endodontics. Aovana was awarded the Graduate Certificate in Clinical Teaching in 2019, then conferred Membership in Specialist Dental Practice discipline of Endodontics in 2021. She has been actively involved in endodontic education since 2011 and currently examines DDS students at Melbourne Dental School as well as dentists in the Membership (GDP) program for RACDS and Australian Dental Council. Aovana also works part-time in private practice at Collins Street Specialist Centre while pursuing her PhD in Endodontic Education at the University of Melbourne and has published research in both local and international peer-reviewed journals. RIPE Global In this exceptionally difficult time for our profession, we need to look at the silver lining. With time, we can work on ourselves and work on our dentistry. And what better way then with RIPE Global In a market flooded with online content, RIPE Global sits head and shoulders above the rest. Enjoy some of the most useful yet professionally created online content anywhere in the world, for just $59AUD/month. Benefits include Access to over 200 hours of lecture recordings and clinical videos.Phone, email and chat support4 Dentistry Fundamentals courses per year (valued at $1075). (Restoration Fundamentals is an example of this style of product.)4 Exclusive Live and interactive Q&A sessions per year (valued at $10K) My crown prep workflow is modelled on Lincoln’s video from the academy 3 years ago! This will change your practicing career. Get 30% off the membership for life – Use the code “Headstartripe”  Dental Practitioner Support Dental Practitioner Support is the first national 24/7 telephone and online service to support dental practitioner health and wellbeing in Australia. The service is free, confidential and independent. Remember, good practice involves seeking support when you need it. Dental practitioners can call and speak to an experienced team ready to provide advice on a wide range of issues, including mental and physical health, workplace issues and general wellbeing. Call them anytime you need, and even save the number in your phone so that it’s there on the day that you need it. 1800 377 700 or visit the website www.dpsupport.org.au Principle Practice Management Software  Cloud based dental software, rethought from the ground up for 2021 and beyond. Finally, an intelligent platform that optimises every process and workflow from scheduling to treatment planning to account management. Designed for intuitiveness, Principle offers seamless interconnectivity between patients, appointments, staff, tasks, notes, meetings, labs and more. This means fewer clicks, fuller books, faster communication, nothing slipping through the cracks and greater business transparency.  Principles of best practice embedded in software design to keep your team lean and your time productively occupied. The post FEATURE #73 – Marathoning Dentistry, Endodontic Training & PhDs with Dr Aovana Timmerman appeared first on Dental Head Start.

Welcome to What I Wish I Knew by Dental Head Start. This is a podcast where we learn from people that have been there, made the mistakes, learnt the lessons and have developed into the accomplished dental professionals they are today. It’s your weekly mentoring session. Hosted by Erica Hwin Congratulations – you’ve just landed yourself a job offer! But now, as you sit down to have a look at the contract you’ve been given, you start to wonder, ‘What did I sign up for?’ It’s job hunting season, and whether you’re new to the game and looking for your first gig or if you already have a job under your belt but have questions about your contract, we’ve got you covered.  Ever wondered what the differences between employee-employer relationships, contractors or service and facilities arrangements (SFAs)? In this episode, we bring it back down to basics to cover all the things we should know when signing a contract.  Harry Nicolaidis Harry Nicolaidis is a partner at K&L Gates, a global law firm with a strong Australian footprint with 67 partners and more than 200 lawyers. He has gained the confidence and trust of many health practitioners and dental practice owners with his ability to identify and minimise their legal risks and resolve their legal issues when they arise. Harry assists health practitioners and dental practice owners across a wide range of issues, including the preparation and implementation of Services and Facilities Agreements, the acquisition and disposal of interests in dental practices, contractual disputes, the enforceability of restraint of trade obligations, breach of confidentiality and breach of warranty claims.  He has practised in New South Wales and Queensland in State and Federal Courts for more than 30 years. Harry has significant experience in employing various methods of alternative dispute resolution including arbitration, mediation, and facilitated negotiation in order to achieve commercial and cost effective outcomes for clients. Harry has presented at various forums on a range of topics affecting clients in the dental profession, including on issues arising in relation to different types of contracts, breach of obligations, damages and other remedies. Clinical Aligner Excellence  Aligners are becoming an integral part of private practice. Whether you are new to aligner therapy or an experienced practitioner, the opportunities are vast. But how do you do it at a high standard, efficiently and profitably? Dr Geoff Hall and Dr Jesse Green have come together to help with these key problems through Clear Aligner Excellence – their latest education platform. Visit clearex.com.au for more information. You can expect a wealth of knowledge to help improve your practice as well as huge discounts on major aligner therapy companies and lab fees. Dental Practitioner Support Dental Practitioner Support is the first national 24/7 telephone and online service to support dental practitioner health and wellbeing in Australia. The service is free, confidential and independent. Remember, good practice involves seeking support when you need it. Dental practitioners can call and speak to an experienced team ready to provide advice on a wide range of issues, including mental and physical health, workplace issues and general wellbeing. Call them anytime you need, and even save the number in your phone so that it’s there on the day that you need it. 1800 377 700 or visit the website www.dpsupport.org.au The post TIP #93 – What Did I Sign Up For? with Harry Nicolaidis appeared first on Dental Head Start.

Hosted by Erica Hwin At Dental Head Start, our goal has always been to keep our conversations real and relevant for students and new grads, and so what better way to do that than to hear directly from you guys! In this episode, we are joined by some fellow students from around Australia, who are completing their final year of dental school, to get their perspectives on what it’s like for the new generation of dentists.  From USYD to UQ to La Trobe, join us to hear about the differences between each university’s curriculum and culture, the different committees and extra-curricular activities Richard, Anushka & Joanne are involved with, and the pearls of wisdom they have for younger students. We dive into what the future looks like for everyone and the topics that as future graduates, we’d love to learn more about. And if there’s anything you’d like to learn more about, or even if you just want to chat, don’t be a stranger! We’d love to hear from you. Find the DHS team on Instagram or Facebook! Dental Head Start @dentalheadstart Erica Hwin @ericahwin.dmd Cigdem Kipel @dr.cigdemkipel Graeme Pearson @dr.graemepearson Joanne Ling (La Trobe) Joanne is a final year student at La Trobe University, member of the La Trobe Student Excellence Academy and Past Treasurer for the Bendigo Oral Health and Dentistry Society. This year, she is the Australian Ambassador for Global Leadership in Dentistry & Sciences, the Immediate Past President of the Australian Dental Students’ Association, and a member of the Australian Dental Council Accreditation Committee. Joanne is passionate about volunteering and her other hobbies include baking bread, hiking, painting, and spending time with friends/family. Fun fact: Kevin Rudd is one of her 7 followers on Twitter! Richard Zhu (UQ) Richard is a final year Dental Science student studying at the University of Queensland. He was born and raised in Brisbane and was inspired to pursue dentistry at a young age after receiving orthodontic treatment. Richard has been involved with the University of Queensland Dental Student Association (UQDSA) as a Social Committee member in 2020 and subsequently as Vice-President in 2021. On his days off, he enjoys volunteering at the Tzu Chi Foundation Inclusive Health Clinic as a dental assistant, going to the gym, producing music and eating out with friends. A fun fact about Richard is that he was the Time Magazine’s Person of the Year in 2006. Anushka Fernando (USYD) Anushka is a final year dentistry student from The University of Sydney and is also the student President of the Sydney University Dental Association. She has served as a Student Board Member for the Faculty of Medicine and Health, is a post-graduate student representative for dentistry at the Faculty and more recently was nominated as a Pierre Fauchard Academy Scholar in 2022. Anushka loves meeting new people and exchanging perspectives on life before dentistry, during and after. Anushka’s favourite thing to do in her time off is explore Sydney’s best spots for sunrises and sunsets. Dental Protection Limited Dental Protection we’re the first to come on board supporting dental students and graduates through the Dental Head Start Podcast and now they’re stepping up again by release the new publication Young Dental Practitioners as well as the Survival guide, their e-Learning platform ‘Prism’ and Sign up for Risk Wise Connect. Find it at the links or on their Facebook Page. Clinical Aligner Excellence  Aligners are becoming an integral part of private practice. Whether you are new to aligner therapy or an experienced practitioner, the opportunities are vast. But how do you do it at a high standard, efficiently and profitably? Dr Geoff Hall and Dr Jesse Green have come together to help with these key problems through Clear Aligner Excellence – their latest education platform.Visit clearex.com.au for more information. You can expect a wealth of knowledge to help improve your practice as well as huge discounts on major aligner therapy companies and lab fees. RIPE Global In this exceptionally difficult time for our profession, we need to look at the silver lining. With time, we can work on ourselves and work on our dentistry. And what better way then with RIPE Global In a market flooded with online content, RIPE Global sits head and shoulders above the rest. Enjoy some of the most useful yet professionally created online content anywhere in the world, for just $59AUD/month. Benefits include Access to over 200 hours of lecture recordings and clinical videos.Phone, email and chat support4 Dentistry Fundamentals courses per year (valued at $1075). (Restoration Fundamentals is an example of this style of product.)4 Exclusive Live and interactive Q&A sessions per year (valued at $10K) My crown prep workflow is modelled on Lincoln’s video from the academy 3 years ago! This will change your practicing career. Get 30% off the membership for life – Use the code “Headstartripe”  The post FEATURE #72 – Perspectives of a Dental Student with Joanne Ling, Richard Zhu & Anushka Fernando appeared first on Dental Head Start.

Welcome to What I Wish I Knew by Dental Head Start. This is a podcast where we learn from people that have been there, made the mistakes, learnt the lessons and have developed into the accomplished dental professionals they are today. It’s your weekly mentoring session. Hosted by Dr Cigdem Kipel If you’ve ever flipped through a product catalog for prosthetic implant components, you’ll know that there is a LOT there. Literally hundreds of components, connections, abutments, screws, copings, healing caps, analogs, channels and more. And that’s just for one brand.  So when we come to restoring implants, what do we ask our lab for? How do we make decisions around implant prosthetics? What are the common mistakes people make here? Rob Dulieu is a master ceramist and lab technician with extensive experience in all types of implant restorations – everything from single implant crowns to complex multi-unit cases.  He has guided many young dentists through this steep learning curve and shares with us his top tips for restoring implants and the decision making process around the prosthetic side of implants.  Rob Dulieu Robert Dulieu is a registered Dental Prosthetist, Ceramist, Dental Technician and sole owner of RWD Dental Image PTY LTD, a well established and highly commended Implant and Crown And Bridge Laboratory and training facility based in Bondi Junction Sydney Australia for 18 Years & previously in Willoughby for 11 years. Robert has spoken on Implant restorative solutions and Advanced Ceramic techniques in Australia, New Zealand, Germany, India, and the United States. He has been involved with numerous Australian Ossiointegrated Society programs, and NobelBiocare TM World Tours, and is a regular contributor to Australian Dental Practice and eLaborate magazines. He is currently involved with independent mentor and training programs and has attended a mini clinical residency @ the Malo Clinic Portugal, he lectures & is a key note speaker on AllOn4 programs, is an Advisory Board Member of Eden Education & NobelBiocare, The Scots College Indigenous Program Advisory Board, the ADIA task force committee, past Federal Board member of The Australian Osseointegration Society, Vice President of The Eastern Suburbs Dental group, founding member of the Prestigious Dental Technicians Guild, is an Associate Faculty Member of gIDE of UCLA University Masters Program for Dental Implants, Associate Faculty Member for F.O.R. Implant Research, Faculty speaker at Sydney University Prosthodontic masters degree, Faculty speaker at Sydney University Dental Implant Diploma, Faculty member of BII for dental implant education and Partner of Malo Education Australia. Robert is also a private mentor & educator at RWD Dental Image – Teaching Facility, covering topics of implant restorative techniques and cosmetic restorative dentistry. Clinical Aligner Excellence  Aligners are becoming an integral part of private practice. Whether you are new to aligner therapy or an experienced practitioner, the opportunities are vast. But how do you do it at a high standard, efficiently and profitably? Dr Geoff Hall and Dr Jesse Green have come together to help with these key problems through Clear Aligner Excellence – their latest education platform. Visit clearex.com.au for more information. You can expect a wealth of knowledge to help improve your practice as well as huge discounts on major aligner therapy companies and lab fees. Principle Practice Management Software  Cloud based dental software, rethought from the ground up for 2021 and beyond. Finally, an intelligent platform that optimises every process and workflow from scheduling to treatment planning to account management. Designed for intuitiveness, Principle offers seamless interconnectivity between patients, appointments, staff, tasks, notes, meetings, labs and more. This means fewer clicks, fuller books, faster communication, nothing slipping through the cracks and greater business transparency.  Principles of best practice embedded in software design to keep your team lean and your time productively occupied. The post TIP #92 – Working Out The Prosthetic Side of Implants with Rob Dulieu appeared first on Dental Head Start.

Welcome to What I Wish I Knew by Dental Head Start. This is a podcast where we learn from people that have been there, made the mistakes, learnt the lessons and have developed into the accomplished dental professionals they are today. It’s your weekly mentoring session. Hosted by Erica Hwin “If you cannot replicate the pain, don’t take the tooth out.” The non-tooth-related toothache – the age old conundrum that seems to trouble all dentists. But what is it really in the hands of an oral medicine specialist? In this episode, Dr Amanda Phoon Nguyen breaks down orofacial pain – from its presentation and diagnosis to how it might be managed. We talk about what general dentists should expect when these patients present at their door, and how they should liaise with specialists. This is a dense and fascinating discussion about the complexities of orofacial pain. And whilst it may be beyond the scope of general dentists to treat alone, I think it is crucial to appreciate what it is to understand where we stand in the holistic management and treatment of these patients. Dr Amanda Phoon Nguyen Amanda is an Oral Medicine Specialist. Her clinical and research interests include oral mucosal disease, orofacial pain, temporomandibular disorders, dental sleep medicine and paediatric oral medicine. She is an examiner for the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons and on the Board of Studies for Oral Medicine. She publishes and reviews for multiple journals and represents her specialty at multidisciplinary groups. An accomplished international and national speaker, she is passionate about her speciality, regularly lecturing and teaching. RIPE Global In this exceptionally difficult time for our profession, we need to look at the silver lining. With time, we can work on ourselves and work on our dentistry. And what better way then with RIPE Global In a market flooded with online content, RIPE Global sits head and shoulders above the rest. Enjoy some of the most useful yet professionally created online content anywhere in the world, for just $59AUD/month. Benefits include Access to over 200 hours of lecture recordings and clinical videos.Phone, email and chat support4 Dentistry Fundamentals courses per year (valued at $1075). (Restoration Fundamentals is an example of this style of product.)4 Exclusive Live and interactive Q&A sessions per year (valued at $10K) My crown prep workflow is modelled on Lincoln’s video from the academy 3 years ago! This will change your practicing career. Get 30% off the membership for life – Use the code “Headstartripe”  Dental Practitioner Support Dental Practitioner Support is the first national 24/7 telephone and online service to support dental practitioner health and wellbeing in Australia. The service is free, confidential and independent. Remember, good practice involves seeking support when you need it. Dental practitioners can call and speak to an experienced team ready to provide advice on a wide range of issues, including mental and physical health, workplace issues and general wellbeing. Call them anytime you need, and even save the number in your phone so that it’s there on the day that you need it. 1800 377 700 or visit the website www.dpsupport.org.au The post TIP #91 – The Non-Tooth-Related Toothache with Dr Amanda Phoon Nguyen appeared first on Dental Head Start.

Welcome to What I Wish I Knew by Dental Head Start. This is a podcast where we learn from people that have been there, made the mistakes, learnt the lessons and have developed into the accomplished dental professionals they are today. It’s your weekly mentoring session. Hosted by Dr Cigdem Kipel What do lab technicians really wish for from their dentists? I asked Rob Dulieu, dental technician and master ceramist at RWD dental lab, to give it to us straight. And it’s about criticizing our preps. In this podcast, Rob and I get into the top do’s and don’ts for dentists, but from the point of view of a ceramist or technician. He reveals some eye opening insights around what we can do as dentists to make life easier for our lab technicians, how to help them do better work for us and achieve a better outcome for our patients. If you’ve ever blamed your lab for something less than ideal, listen to this episode. We talk preps, impressions, scanning, mode of communication, feedback, photography, videography and more. There’s so much in our control. Rob Dulieu Robert Dulieu is a registered Dental Prosthetist, Ceramist, Dental Technician and sole owner of RWD Dental Image PTY LTD, a well established and highly commended Implant and Crown And Bridge Laboratory and training facility based in Bondi Junction Sydney Australia for 18 Years & previously in Willoughby for 11 years. Robert has spoken on Implant restorative solutions and Advanced Ceramic techniques in Australia, New Zealand, Germany, India, and the United States. He has been involved with numerous Australian Ossiointegrated Society programs, and NobelBiocare TM World Tours, and is a regular contributor to Australian Dental Practice and eLaborate magazines. He is currently involved with independent mentor and training programs and has attended a mini clinical residency @ the Malo Clinic Portugal, he lectures & is a key note speaker on AllOn4 programs, is an Advisory Board Member of Eden Education & NobelBiocare, The Scots College Indigenous Program Advisory Board, the ADIA task force committee, past Federal Board member of The Australian Osseointegration Society, Vice President of The Eastern Suburbs Dental group, founding member of the Prestigious Dental Technicians Guild, is an Associate Faculty Member of gIDE of UCLA University Masters Program for Dental Implants, Associate Faculty Member for F.O.R. Implant Research, Faculty speaker at Sydney University Prosthodontic masters degree, Faculty speaker at Sydney University Dental Implant Diploma, Faculty member of BII for dental implant education and Partner of Malo Education Australia. Robert is also a private mentor & educator at RWD Dental Image – Teaching Facility, covering topics of implant restorative techniques and cosmetic restorative dentistry. Dental Protection Limited Dental Protection we’re the first to come on board supporting dental students and graduates through the Dental Head Start Podcast and now they’re stepping up again by release the new publication Young Dental Practitioners as well as the Survival guide, their e-Learning platform ‘Prism’ and Sign up for Risk Wise Connect. Find it at the links or on their Facebook Page. Clinical Aligner Excellence  Aligners are becoming an integral part of private practice. Whether you are new to aligner therapy or an experienced practitioner, the opportunities are vast. But how do you do it at a high standard, efficiently and profitably? Dr Geoff Hall and Dr Jesse Green have come together to help with these key problems through Clear Aligner Excellence – their latest education platform.Visit clearex.com.au for more information. You can expect a wealth of knowledge to help improve your practice as well as huge discounts on major aligner therapy companies and lab fees. The post TIP #90 – What Your Lab Technician is Really Thinking with Rob Dulieu appeared first on Dental Head Start.

Welcome to What I Wish I Knew by Dental Head Start. This is a podcast where we learn from people that have been there, made the mistakes, learnt the lessons and have developed into the accomplished dental professionals they are today. It’s your weekly mentoring session. Hosted by Erica Hwin We learn a lot of things throughout our extensive education, but the one thing we don’t really cover before we graduate is what to do when we suddenly have a taxable income. Thankfully, even though I have no idea, we have people like Bhupesh Kaphle – an accountant and tax & business advisory specialist – where this is his area of expertise. In this episode, we cover all the tax basics from the different types of taxes, your assessable income, allowable deductions, choosing a good accountant and the importance of recording your expenses.  For those in a similar boat to me, who also get overwhelmed by this topic, I hope this is a beneficial episode for you to tune into! Bhupesh Kaphle (BDO) Bhupesh is Partner in the Business Services team at BDO in Australia. As a tax and advisory specialist, he works collaboratively with private and entrepreneurial clients to help them understand their unique business challenges and opportunities. Bhupesh specialises in working with the dental and healthcare sectors. He has established strong relationships with industry experts and works closely with dental practice owners to assist them in maximising their practice profitability and identifying key risks for mitigation. Bhupesh is experienced in developing and implementing systems, processes and strategies to better position clients for the future. He understands the importance of quality, tailored advice that is grounded in accounting and taxation practices. Dental Practitioner Support Dental Practitioner Support is the first national 24/7 telephone and online service to support dental practitioner health and wellbeing in Australia. The service is free, confidential and independent. Remember, good practice involves seeking support when you need it. Dental practitioners can call and speak to an experienced team ready to provide advice on a wide range of issues, including mental and physical health, workplace issues and general wellbeing. Call them anytime you need, and even save the number in your phone so that it’s there on the day that you need it.1800 377 700 or visit the website www.dpsupport.org.au BOQ Specialist BOQ Specialist offer a great banking package for graduates.  This package includes an everyday bank account with no monthly, annual or ongoing account keeping fees, an optional overdraft with no establishment fee and no repayments required until 1 July the year after you graduate, a credit card with no fees for five years and an optional car loan. Having worked closely with medical professionals for over 30 years, BOQ Specialist understand the unique challenges we can face at the beginning of our careers.Whether it’s relocation costs, everyday living expenses, buying a new car or even saving for a first home – BOQ Specialist have a range of banking products and services to help. For more information, click here. Dental Protection Limited Dental Protection we’re the first to come on board supporting dental students and graduates through the Dental Head Start Podcast and now they’re stepping up again by release the new publication Young Dental Practitioners as well as the Survival guide, their e-Learning platform ‘Prism’ and Sign up for Risk Wise Connect. Find it at the links or on their Facebook Page. The post TIP #89 – Tax, What’s That? with Bhupesh Kaphle appeared first on Dental Head Start.

Welcome to What I Wish I Knew by Dental Head Start. This is a podcast where we learn from people that have been there, made the mistakes, learnt the lessons and have developed into the accomplished dental professionals they are today. It’s your weekly mentoring session. Hosted by Dr Graeme Pearson. How many times have you dreaded going in to work knowing you have a certain procedure in your books, or gone home thinking if what you did was the right thing. No doubt most of us have experienced this and would love to keep these days to a minimum.  In this episode, Graeme speaks with James about practising safe and defensive dentistry and what this means in your daily practice. Everyone is happy when you are having fun and doing the dentistry you enjoy doing. Predictability while you’re practising reduces your headaches so you can go to work more relaxed and go home without having to worry about the day’s work. I hope you can implement some of the points James makes throughout the chat. Dr James Tran James graduated and first worked in cairns, rural Queensland before moving back to Sydney. He currently works at Bonnells Bay Dental in Central Coast and LV Dental in Sydney. Since 2019, he has embarked in over 350 hours of CPD in all areas of dentistry  James has a focus on digital workflows, clear aligners, aesthetics and is beginning his implant journey – he also tutors at Charles Sturt University. James is a member of the Australian Dental Association, the International Association for Orthodontics, and the International Congress of Oral Implantologists. RIPE Global In this exceptionally difficult time for our profession, we need to look at the silver lining. With time, we can work on ourselves and work on our dentistry. And what better way then with RIPE Global In a market flooded with online content, RIPE Global sits head and shoulders above the rest. Enjoy some of the most useful yet professionally created online content anywhere in the world, for just $59AUD/month. Benefits include Access to over 200 hours of lecture recordings and clinical videos.Phone, email and chat support4 Dentistry Fundamentals courses per year (valued at $1075). (Restoration Fundamentals is an example of this style of product.)4 Exclusive Live and interactive Q&A sessions per year (valued at $10K) My crown prep workflow is modelled on Lincoln’s video from the academy 3 years ago! This will change your practicing career. Get 30% off the membership for life – Use the code “Headstartripe”  BOQ Specialist BOQ Specialist offer a great banking package for graduates.  This package includes an everyday bank account with no monthly, annual or ongoing account keeping fees, an optional overdraft with no establishment fee and no repayments required until 1 July the year after you graduate, a credit card with no fees for five years and an optional car loan. Having worked closely with medical professionals for over 30 years, BOQ Specialist understand the unique challenges we can face at the beginning of our careers. Whether it’s relocation costs, everyday living expenses, buying a new car or even saving for a first home – BOQ Specialist have a range of banking products and services to help. For more information, click here. The post TIP #88 – Practising Safe and Defensive Dentistry with Dr James Tran appeared first on Dental Head Start.

Welcome to What I Wish I Knew by Dental Head Start. This is a podcast where we learn from people that have been there, made the mistakes, learnt the lessons and have developed into the accomplished dental professionals they are today. It’s your weekly mentoring session. Hosted by Dr Cigdem Kipel A career in dentistry affords many advantages, including an above-average earning capacity from the outset.  Since TIME has the greatest long-term impact on returns on investment, these early few years represent a window that shouldn’t be missed if we want to take full advantage of the opportunity to leverage our investments over time. On this podcast featuring Dr Rohan Krishnan, we discuss the smart moves that young dentists can make early in their careers to unlock the lifestyle they aspire to. Dr Rohan Krishnan Dr Rohan Krishnan is a General Dentist and practice owner in West Pymble, NSW. He is the current Vice President of ADA NSW where he is also a board member and councillor, Chair of the Board of Directors for “Filling the Gap” and a board member of the Australian Dental Council.  Rohan is an Honorary Clinical Associate Lecturer at The University of Sydney and has recently completed a MScMedicine in the field of Orofacial Pain Management. He is also a Graduate of the Australia Institute of Company Directors and a Fellow of the Pierre Fauchard Academy. Clinical Aligner Excellence  Aligners are becoming an integral part of private practice. Whether you are new to aligner therapy or an experienced practitioner, the opportunities are vast. But how do you do it at a high standard, efficiently and profitably? Dr Geoff Hall and Dr Jesse Green have come together to help with these key problems through Clear Aligner Excellence – their latest education platform.Visit clearex.com.au for more information. You can expect a wealth of knowledge to help improve your practice as well as huge discounts on major aligner therapy companies and lab fees. Dental Practitioner Support Dental Practitioner Support is the first national 24/7 telephone and online service to support dental practitioner health and wellbeing in Australia. The service is free, confidential and independent. Remember, good practice involves seeking support when you need it. Dental practitioners can call and speak to an experienced team ready to provide advice on a wide range of issues, including mental and physical health, workplace issues and general wellbeing. Call them anytime you need, and even save the number in your phone so that it’s there on the day that you need it. 1800 377 700 or visit the website www.dpsupport.org.au The post TIP #87 – Investing Early in Your Career with Dr Rohan Krishnan appeared first on Dental Head Start.