The Young Dentist

We are so excited to be joined by one of the most hardworking and inspiring young stars in UK dentistry today, Dr. Elena Shahir! A University of Leeds graduate with an incredible engine for success, Elena has skyrocketed through her career—mastering the high-intensity world of 24-hour Maxillofacial hospital shifts while simultaneously building her clinical excellence in private practice. 
Now based on the prestigious Harley Street, she is officially on track to become one of the youngest prosthodontic specialists in the country, and her journey is a total masterclass in what’s possible with the right discipline and drive.
In this episode, we dive into the most exciting parts of her career so far, exploring why she chose the path of specialization and how she managed to thrive while balancing hospital training with practice work. 
Beyond the clinic, Elena is a breath of fresh air in the dental social media space. We talk about how she used her signature humor and honesty on YouTube to build a massive community of inspired students and young dentists. Elena shares her top-tier advice for anyone currently in dental school and reveals how building a personal brand can open up spectacular doors you never even expected. 
This conversation is an essential viewing for anyone ready to navigate their dental career with purpose and resilience.

Today’s guest is arguably the most passionate man in dentistry. He is a Specialist Periodontist and the founder of Dentinal Tubules, a global community dedicated to the "growth" of the profession.
But Dhru Shah’s story is one of extreme resilience. From growing up in Kenya and seeing his family’s wealth wiped out by a banking scandal, he survived dental school on Maryland cookies and leftover pizza scraps while working night shifts in shoe shops.
He opens up about the darkest moments: the tragic loss of his sister which fueled his drive, the near-bankruptcy of Tubules in 2018 where he was days away from losing everything, and the "proper burnout" in 2023 where he collapsed on his sofa in tears.
We discuss the difference between "Education" (knowledge) and "Growth" (application), why he ran a webinar every single night during COVID, and his vision to inspire 2 billion people.
This is a raw and deeply inspiring conversation about finding your purpose when the world tries to break you. Let's get into it.

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Today’s guest is arguably the most passionate man in dentistry. He is a Specialist Periodontist and the founder of Dentinal Tubules, a global community dedicated to the "growth" of the profession.
But Dhru Shah’s story is one of extreme resilience. From growing up in Kenya and seeing his family’s wealth wiped out by a banking scandal, he survived dental school on Maryland cookies and leftover pizza scraps while working night shifts in shoe shops.
He opens up about the darkest moments: the tragic loss of his sister which fueled his drive, the near-bankruptcy of Tubules in 2018 where he was days away from losing everything, and the "proper burnout" in 2023 where he collapsed on his sofa in tears.
We discuss the difference between "Education" (knowledge) and "Growth" (application), why he ran a webinar every single night during COVID, and his vision to inspire 2 billion people.
This is a raw and deeply inspiring conversation about finding your purpose when the world tries to break you. Let's get into it.

https://www.henryschein.co.uk/

Today’s guest is a record breaker, Dr. Crystal Marruganti. A Dentist (DWSi Perio), researcher and lecturer, she completed her PhD in less than 3 years and became the first dentist in history to make the Forbes 30 Under 30 list for Science and Healthcare.

But her path wasn't a straight line to success.

Starting as a budding mathematician, Crystal struggled to find her passion in dentistry until a pivotal mentor changed everything, transforming her from a "book smart" student into a world-class researcher with over 50 publications and features in The Telegraph and Evening Standard.

In this episode, we dive deep into the systemic diseases linked to periodontology and why she believes prevention is the future of profitable dentistry.

This is a masterclass for anyone who feels lost in their career or wants to understand the true impact of the work we do as dentists.

Key Articles Mentioned:
Association between Periodontitis and Severity of COVID-19 Infection: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37845800/
Periodontitis and Incident Type 2 Diabetes: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38699834/

Connect with Dr. Crystal:
Website: www.crystalmarruganti.com
Instagram: @crystalmarruganti
LinkedIn: Dr. Crystal Marruganti

If you’ve ever scrolled through dental Instagram, you’ve definitely seen his work. Today we’re joined by Dr. George Cheetham- better known to over 44,000 followers as George The Dentist. He is the real deal. 
A three-time Best Young Dentist award winner who graduated with distinction, trained in Biomimetic dentistry, and won the prestigious Pitt Ford Prize in Endodontics. But his business journey is even more impressive. 
At just 28, he took over a struggling practice in Wimbledon and transformed it into a multi-disciplinary powerhouse. Then, right in the middle of a pandemic, he opened Fulham Road Dental from scratch- a boutique squat practice that scooped Best New Private Practice only months after opening. 
But what makes George truly special is his role as a mentor. He has cracked the code on how to stand out and become one of the most sought-after principals to work under in the UK. Today we discuss his journey from dental school to building multiple practices, what he actually looks for when hiring associates, how to make yourself irresistible to top private principals, and the strategies to fast-track your career in those crucial early years. 
This is essential listening for anyone looking to excel in private dentistry- let’s get into it!
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