Manuela and Jorge André joined on a podcast to reflect on both challenges and beauty of dentistry as a profession and its impact on one's lifes, hopes and dreams. Together they try to understand dentists' common struggles and create awareness, communicati
Dentistry has no shortcomings. A successful dental practice is a long-term game, and dentists must learn to play it if they want a long and fulfilling career. Surrounding yourself with good people is one of the many secrets to playing the long game, but there are many more. We would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Leave a comment or connect with us on social media. Your comments and messages will help us know you and our profession better so we can offer real value in return. And, if you like it, please subscribe! Please take a look at our Conscious Leadership Course here: https://softbites.online/Follow Soft Bites on IG @softbitespodcast and follow us @mindful.dentistry & @andredolf
It's still easy for dental clinics to offer minimum to low wages and salaries – especially if the applicants have no differentiated education or are new to dentistry. However, not every employee will comply and accept the offered payment, especially when they know how much money your clinic makes. When that happens, consequences will affect all dental practice, and can include low loyalty, high employee turnover, poor performance, low morale, or/and poor company culture. We know while it may seem straightforward to increase wages, a combination of economic, market, and social factors also complicates the situation. However, addressing these issues should be a priority if you want to build and maintain a strong team. We would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Leave a comment or connect with us on social media. Your comments and messages will help us know you and our profession better so we can offer real value in return. And, if you like it, please subscribe! Please take a look at our Conscious Leadership Course here: https://softbites.online/ Follow Soft Bites on Instagram @softbitespodcast and follow us @mindful.dentistry & @andredolf
In this episode, we talk to António Roma Torres, a Portuguese endodontist with a private practice focused on advanced endodontics, utilizing surgical microscopes for precision treatment. António is a graduate of the University Fernando Pessoa in Porto (DDS, 2010) and a Specialty Training at Faculty of Dental Medicine, University of Lisbon (2013-2016) in endodontics, and has been training dental professionals in endodontics and clinical microscope use since 2015. In addition to clinical practice, António has held key roles within the Portuguese Dental Association, serving as President of its Continuing Training Centre (2020-2024) and currently as a Board Member. He also represents Portugal as National Liaison Officer at the FDI World Dental Federation since 2022. Topics: - How António got into dentistry; - Why endodontics? - Biggest career challenges until; - Exploring new paths in dentistry as a part of the Portuguese Dental Association; - How music shapes and reflects in António's everyday dentistry practice. Connect with António on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/antonio_roma_torres/ and on LinkedIn at https://pt.linkedin.com/in/artendo You can listen to Art Talks podcast here http://bit.ly/4e2TUZ8 Leave a comment or connect with us on social media. Your comments and messages will help us know you and our profession better so we can offer real value in return. And, if you like it, please subscribe! Please take a look at our Conscious Leadership Course here: https://softbites.online/ Follow Soft Bites on Instagram @softbitespodcast and follow us @mindful.dentistry & @andredolf
In this episode, we dive deep into how can we develop the (genuine) desire to help others succeed in a highly competitive field like dentistry. First question: Do you feel joy at other's dentist's success? Or does their good news make you feel competitive? It's impossible to find anyone who's entirely self-made—we all rely on and benefit from others. Insight: Viewing individual success as communal is the way. Do you find yourself spending more time comparing and less time celebrating? What are some practical ways you can show support instead of harboring jealousy? Share in the comments some of the things you do when you find yourself in this kind of situation. The Podcast mentioned by Jorge André is Rich Rool. The book is The Way of the Superior Man by David Deida. Leave a comment or connect with us on social media. Your comments and messages will help us know you and our profession better so we can offer real value in return. And, if you like it, please subscribe! Please take a look at our Conscious Leadership Course here: https://softbites.online/ Follow Soft Bites on Instagram @softbitespodcast and follow us @mindful.dentistry & @andredolf
In this episode, we talk to Mehy Lo Presti, a specialist in restorative dentistry based in London and co-founder of Global Dental Collective, a community for dentists that brings joy and creativity to dentistry. Mehy talks about his journey in dentistry, Global Dental Collective, and Dentorama, which is not your typical seminar but a revolutionary way of learning and networking. Imagine watching real actors bring to life everyday challenges we all face, right in front of your eyes. Then, just as the tension peaks, the scene freezes. A panel of experts steps in, offering insights and practical solutions to the dramas you've just witnessed. But that's not all, you, the audience, get to share your thoughts, ask questions, and even suggest your own solutions! And after all that thought-provoking action? It's time to relax, network, and have a blast at a fabulous afterparty in one of London's most incredible venues. Next Event: Dentorama | 18.10.24 | Royal Institution, London Topics: - How Mehy got into dentistry. - The story behind Dental Collective and Dentorama. - What dentists struggle more at this point in time. - The NHS - private transition many practices are doing in UK and the struggles dentistry is facing in UK. - The trend towards easy-fix cosmetics in dentistry. - Are students ready to learn about soft skills in dentistry? Links here: Dentorama Tickets Info: www.globaldentalcollective.com/dentorama Leave a comment or connect with us on social media. Your comments and messages will help us know you and our profession better so we can offer real value in return. And, if you like it, please subscribe! Please take a look at our Conscious Leadership Course here: https://softbites.online/ Follow Soft Bites on Instagram @softbitespodcast and follow us @mindful.dentistry & @andredolf
Last year we were invited by an enthusiastic colleague to take our Conscious Leadership in Dentistry Course to Amsterdam. We were curious and scheduled a meeting. We discovered Olavo Guerreiro Viegas, a passion-driven dentist wanting to bring something new to dentistry. In this conversation, we discussed Olavo's journey in dentistry until now, moving from Portugal to France and The Netherlands, the expectations and reality of studying and working abroad, the passion for endodontics, the many challenges of owning a dental practice, exploring new paths in dentistry, and the inspiration for starting a dentistry academy. Insight: Working with something you are passionate about will motivate you to keep learning, develop new skills, and stay excited. Olavo graduated as a dentist from the Universidade de Coimbra in Portugal in 2013. He then spent three years in general practice as a dentist in Portugal and France. In September 2019, he completed his training as a dental endodontist at the Academic Centre for Dentistry Amsterdam, and since 2016, his work has consisted exclusively of endodontics. He is the co-owner of Endo en Zo - a referral practice for endodontics in Amsterdam - and the co-founder of Endo en Zo Academy - a training center for endodontics. Connect with Olavo on Instagram @endodonticsolavo @endoenzoacademy and LinkedIn at Olavo Guerreiro Viegas. Know more about Endo en Zo Academy and its courses at www.endoenzoacademy.com We would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Leave a comment or connect with us on social media. Your comments and messages will help us better understand you and our profession so we can offer real value in return. And, if you like it, please subscribe! Please take a look at our Conscious Leadership Course here: https://softbites.online/ Follow Soft Bites on Instagram @softbitespodcast and follow us @mindful.dentistry & @andredolf
In this conversation, we explore the often-forgotten positive aspects of being a dentist. Come on, our job provides many rewards and opportunities. It's a tough job, but Dentists are often at the top of the list of the best jobs because it's a career that offers a variety of benefits. And we love it! What about you? What is your favorite thing about being a Dentist? We would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Leave a comment or connect with us on social media. Your comments and messages will help us to know you and our profession better so we can offer real value in return. If you want to learn more about this take a look at our Conscious Leadership Course here: https://softbites.online/ And, if you like it, please subscribe! Follow us on Instagram @softbitespodcast @mindful.dentistry & @andredolf
In this episode, we are joined by Dental Hygienist Andrea Dagot. Believe it or not, in many European countries, dental hygiene is still not recognized as a profession in its own right and there is a lack of uniformity and consistency. Each European country has a different level of training and scope of duties. As a result, what a dental hygienist is allowed to do is not the same everywhere in Europe. Andrea is an experienced Dental Hygienist with her own private practice. Early in her career, she was challenged by a teacher to continue her studies in oral medicine in Seattle, where she did a degree completion program with a minor in oral medicine. Throughout her career she did volunteer work in local basic schools, teaching prevention, and was an assistant teacher at the University of Dentistry in Porto for the dental hygiene course. This last year she has been developing a course for dental hygienists, the first edition starts in October. We talked to her about her journey, her vision of how a dental hygienist adds value to a dental practice and complements the dentist's work, the best strategy to integrate a Dental Hygienist in control appointments, the importance of patient motivation in dental hygiene, and new research on dental hygiene and dental prevention. Insight: Progression over perfection! You can follow Andrea @dra.andreadagot and learn more about the "How to Dental Hygiene 2.0" course here. We would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Leave a comment or connect with us on social media. Your comments and messages will help us know you and our profession better so we can offer real value in return. And, if you like it, please subscribe! Please take a look at our Conscious Leadership Course here: https://softbites.online/ Follow Soft Bites on Instagram @softbitespodcast and follow us @mindful.dentistry & @andredolf
Onboarding refers to the process of providing new employees with the resources they need to transition into a company. It essentially helps new hires feel more comfortable with their new job. According to Glassdoor, organizations with a strong onboarding process improve new hire retention by 82% and productivity by over 70%. In a dental practice, the onboarding process is completely different for dentists and nurses but essential for both. Insight: Onboarding is not the same as Training! Please share with us the guidelines from the onboarding process of your practice or your onboarding experience. We would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Leave a comment or connect with us on social media. Your comments and messages will help us know you and our profession better so we can offer real value in return. And, if you like it, please subscribe! Please take a look at our Conscious Leadership Course here: https://softbites.online/ Follow Soft Bites on Instagram @softbitespodcast and follow us @mindful.dentistry & @andredolf
This is a surprising conversation. We already knew Francisco Teixeira Barbosa as an exceptional oral surgeon and speaker. What we didn't expect was the vulnerable human being. Francisco took us through his career journey and how he got to the point of burnout and healing. He also discussed the future of teaching and dentistry, how certain experiences change you, work-life balance, success, mindset, and motivation. Thank you Francisco for showing us the power of vulnerability we are sure your testimony will make a difference for many listening. Francisco Teixeira Barbosa is an esteemed oral surgeon specializing in implant dentistry with over 20 years of experience. He is the founder of Periospot and an international speaker on Digital Implant Dentistry. Francisco holds an MBA from ESADE in Barcelona, a Master's degree in Implant Dentistry, and a post-graduation degree in Oral Surgery. Additionally, he has a degree in Online Marketing and Communications from IESE Business School in Barcelona. He is also a content marketing expert and author of several books on implant dentistry. Recently, he has been focusing on AI technologies and has become proficient in both back-end and front-end development, creating innovative applications for the dental community. Follow the work of Francisco at Periospot, and connect with Francisco on Instagram , LinkedIn , or Youtube . We would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Leave a comment or connect with us on social media. Your comments and messages will help us know you and our profession better so we can offer real value in return. And, if you like it, please subscribe! Please take a look at our Conscious Leadership Course here: https://softbites.online/ Follow Soft Bites on Instagram @softbitespodcast and follow us @mindful.dentistry & @andredolf
WE WENT LIVE and we would love to hear your insights on this. What is more important in a dental practice: the patients or the team? Listen to our conversation about the two most important dental practice success factors! If you want to develop your leadership skills join us at the next edition of the Conscious Leadership in Dentistry Course. 3, 4 & 5 October in Sagres, Portugal. An immersive program that aims to boost the growth of dentists and dental clinics by developing internal leadership. Know more at https://softbites.online/
Dr. Laila Hishaw is a fellow American Dentist, received her doctorate in dental surgery from the University of Missouri–Kansas City and her specialty certificate in pediatric dentistry from UT Health Science–San Antonio and is a board-certified pediatric dentist and the founding partner of Tucson Smiles Pediatric Dentistry in Tucson, where she lives with her husband and three children. But she is also a role model and mentor to children and future dentists. Dr. Hishaw is one of only 3.8% of Black dentists in America, strongly believes representation matters, and that children will want to emulate what they see in their lives. She decided something needed to be done to change this statistic and her passion project has grown into a nonprofit organization. Dr. Hishaw created the Diversity in Dentistry Mentorships to educate, empower, and mentor African American youth and other underrepresented minorities in dentistry. In this conversation, we get to know Dr. Hishaw, her journey, and her amazing work bringing awareness and advocating for diversity in Dentistry. We wanted to talk with Dr Laila because the reality is (or our reality is) that we don't hear much about diversity in Dentistry here in Europe. And we questioned: Is there a diversity problem in Dentistry? How will increasing the diversity in dentistry impact the dentists' lives and the communities they serve? And how can we (dentists) be coached to create a more inclusive and diverse work environment? Dr. Laila answered all our questions and we think this is a valuable conversation to bring awareness to the diversity problem in Dentistry, and also to show how we can dentists can be so much more than doctors who just fix teeth, we can have a significant impact on the community and ultimately, valuable leaders in dentistry. Know more about Dr. Laila Hishaw work here https://diversityindentistry.org Get the Inclusive Leadership Support Sheet here https://mailchi.mp/drlailahishaw/inclusiveleaderig We would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Leave a comment or connect with us on social media. Your comments and messages will help us to know you and our profession a little better so that we can offer real value in return. And, if you like it, please subscribe! Take a look at our Conscious Leadership Course here: https://softbites.online/ Follow us on Instagram @mindful.dentistry & @andredolf
Hiring the right Dentist for your clinic needs can be tricky. Should you go for someone with 20 years of experience or no experience but with the right energy to be a good team player? Of course, this is not black or white, experienced dentists can also be good team players, but let's face it, with experience comes a more individual attitude. This is not necessarily bad, it just needs more adjustment to a new team. And having a cohesive team that can work well together makes a successful dental practice. How do you make sure that the dentists you are hiring not only have the skills, but the right energy for your dental practice team? Here are some insights from our conversation: - Hire dentists who embody the culture of your dental practice and they will be an extension of your practice. - Invest the time needed in evaluating in detail your dental clinic needs. You can only look for the right dentist for your team by knowing what you need. - Once you know what your dental clinic and team needs, don't settle for just anyone to fill your vacant positions. - Offer training to the right candidates: Sometimes a candidate with no experience but the right attitude, and disposition can be way more valuable to a dental clinic than someone with years of experience and a bad attitude. - Ask yourself regularly: do I have the right people in the right seats? If you want to learn more about this take a look at our Conscious Leadership Course here: https://softbites.online/ We would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Leave a comment or connect with us on social media. Your comments and messages will help us to know you and our profession better so we can offer real value in return. And, if you like it, please subscribe! Follow us on Instagram @mindful.dentistry & @andredolf
There is no question that dentists view learning and constant technical updates as part of their profession. But when the subject is human skills we are not that interested. What would happen if dentists develop a learner mindset for human skills and connection? What would happen if we shifted away from a non-productive, conflict-oriented judger mindset? We think that with a learner mindset, you become more “other-centered,” leading to you to be more open. And this shift could be your passport to a transformed dentistry. Insight: The most important thing is your attitude and motivation. If you want to learn more about this take a look at our Conscious Leadership Course here: https://softbites.online/ We would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Leave a comment or connect with us on social media. Your comments and messages will help us to know you and our profession better so we can offer real value in return. And, if you like it, please subscribe! Follow us on Instagram @mindful.dentistry & @andredolf
Difficult conversations are hard but much needed in a dental practice if you want things to go smoothly. It seems a paradox but it's not: confrontation is part of healthy conflict resolution. Confrontation situations can be described as conversations where you are worried about an emotional reaction (either from you or from the other person). Mastering confrontation is difficult and most people have difficulty expressing how they feel in a straightforward and frank manner that resolves conflict. But you can overcome this if you positively reframe confrontation. In this episode, we talk about healthy confrontations. Confrontation does not mean shouting at someone or being rough or hurtful. It means being authentic while preserving the relationship. It usually requires a combination of assertiveness and care — firm compassion - because you want to create clarity and understanding. One insight: prepare for confrontation and make sure you are emotionally ready. Before a difficult conversation always check: do you want to achieve something positive or do you just want to be right? Are you able to listen in an attentive way to the other's position? Have you clarified your mind so that you know what you want to say? If you want to learn more about this and how to master leadership skills in dentistry take a look at our Conscious Leadership Course here: https://softbites.online/ We would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Leave a comment or connect with us on social media. Your comments and messages will help us to know you and our profession better so that we can offer real value in return. And, if you like it, please subscribe! Follow us on Instagram @mindful.dentistry & @andredolf
Bruno Seabra is a Dentist with a mission: helping dentists be better professionals through dental photography. In this conversation, we talked about: - Why taking good dental photographs is important to a dentist's career development; - Fundamentals to make dental photography; - How to start documenting your cases; - How to get consistent and predictable photos - Why should all the team learn about photography (and not only the dentist); - Storing and organizing photos; - The power of in-house dental photography; Insight: Patients don't like photos without lips. About Bruno Seabra: Master's Degree in Dental Medicine from FMDUL Guest Assistant at FMDUL since 1999 in the Imaging Department Exclusive Clinical Practice in Oral Rehabilitation Photography Course at the Portuguese Institute of Photography Photographic Studio in Lisbon – Light Up Studio Postgraduate Marketing ISCTE Postgraduate in HealthCare Management from NOVA SBE Trainer in the area of Imaging, General Photography and in Dental Photography , Marketing and Leadership. You can connect with Bruno on Instagram @bruno_seabra_photography or visit his website https://www.lightupstudio.pt/en We would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Leave a comment or connect with us on social media. Your comments and messages will help us to know you and our profession a little better so that we can offer real value in return. And, if you like it, please subscribe! Take a look at our Conscious Leadership Course here: https://softbites.online/ Follow us on Instagram @mindful.dentistry & @andredolf
In team communication ”PLEASE”, “THANK YOU” and “SORRY” are three of the most important words. Especially in Dentistry where you spend your day working directly (or indirectly) with other people. Please is a respectful request for cooperation; Thank you shows gratitude; Sorry embodies the courage to take responsibility for our actions; Insight: Often overlooked, these simple yet powerful words play a pivotal role in shaping an optimistic mood and environment in a dental practice, and more compassionate dental communities. As part of this community, we urge everyone to recognize the profound impact of these words on human language and their ability to shape our interactions positively. We would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Leave a comment or connect with us on social media. Your comments and messages will help us to know you and our profession a little better so that we can offer real value in return. And, if you like it, please subscribe! Take a look at our Conscious Leadership Course here: https://softbites.online/ Follow us on Instagram @mindful.dentistry & @andredolf
The performance of a dental team can depend on many factors, but clear communication can make all the difference and should be a priority in a dental practice. In an ideal world, team meetings should be held regularly, but let's face it: it's not easy for everyone to attend. So why not implement a system with clear guidelines for written communication? Written communication is an easy way to improve any team's communication, and allows both professional and practice to record, store, and access notes, instructions, and other written resources. If you want your team to be more productive and successful, you should encourage effective written communication at your dental practice. In this episode, we'll discuss the differences between synchronous and asynchronous communication, the benefits of asynchronous communication, and why dental teams should move toward asynchronous communication. We also talk about the WhatsApp group culture, used as a communication tool nowadays. Insights: - If it's not written it doesn't exist. - Dental practices already communicate asynchronously with their lab, they just need to establish the same protocols of communication in the team. - In the end, being specific is a form of kindness. Book Jorge André mentioned: Rework – Jason Fried, David Heinemeier Hansson We would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Leave a comment or connect with us on social media. Your comments and messages will help us to know you and our profession a little better so that we can offer real value in return. And, if you like it, please subscribe! Take a look at our Conscious Leadership Course here: https://softbites.online/ Follow us on Instagram @mindful.dentistry & @andredolf
In this episode, Jorge André shares his journey of almost 4 years, writing the 3 part scientific article "Clinical guidelines for posterior restorations based on Coverage, Adhesion, Resistance, Esthetics and Subgingival Management - the C.A.R.E.S. concept." published in the International Journal of Esthetic Dentistry. All 3 parts are out by the time you're listening to our conversation, go look it up. Let's dive into the process of making it! "I got the email today that our article came out. Clinical guidelines for posterior restorations based on Coverage, Adhesion, Resistance, Esthetics, and Subgingival Management - the C.A.R.E.S. concept. Part I which just came out puts out the thought process and goes deep in partial adhesive restorations. This first part is a nerdy read, long text, and many schemes but we had no other way of explaining how we see this. Part II coming out in 3 months focuses on posterior crowns with a risky attempt to organize types of vertical preparations. Part III comes out in 6 months dealing with extreme situations in posterior compromised teeth (subgingival management, fractures, ferrule, extrusion, etc) and posts. I don´t know how we pulled this one, but getting a 3 part article in the IJED @ijedentistry today means we must be doing something right. This has been cooking for the last 3-4 years. Thank you to the reviewers who have positively improved this work and the authors of the total 3 articles for their friendship and inspiration and without who this would never happened - Paulo Julio Almeida, Rui Negrão, Pasquale Venuti, Joao Vinha Oliveira, Teresa Taveira, Ana Sezinando, Luis Afonso, Raul Costa, Hugo Costa Lapa, Nuno Sousa Dias, Joel Bastos and Ricardo Henriques. I need to mention two of them in particular - Pasquale for always trying to seek the truth and providing a fundamental influence in restorative dentistry and vertical preparations in this decade. And Teresa, whose early work on her MSc at King´s started us in this journey and who, very early in her career saw something in me and, against everyone's advice, chose to work exclusively in my practice even when she had few patients and when no one would give a crap about me. Today she is one of the most sought-after clinicians in my practice. Finally, for all the closer ones who know how much these little ways of expressing myself mean to my existence - thank you, I love you!" - Jorge André Cardoso Insight: Go and read every single thing on a specific topic that you are interested in, get inspiration from people who wrote something about it, and then see if something is missing about that subject, if there is a point of view that someone missed or if there is something you feel that you can make a difference there. It doesn't have to be something big. This is usually a feeling first, it's not something you search for like marketers do when they do split tests: You feel you have something that needs to be shown and shared. We would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Leave a comment or connect with us on social media. Your comments and messages will help us to know you and our profession a little better so that we can offer real value in return. And, if you like it, please subscribe! Take a look at our Conscious Leadership Course here: https://softbites.online/ Follow us on Instagram @mindful.dentistry & @andredolf
Kaejenn Tchia is a young Australian Dentist and the face behind The Limitless Dentist @thelimitlessdentist In this conversation, we get to know Kaejenn, his journey, and his amazing work bringing awareness and advocating for mental health in Dentistry. We talk about burnout, the stigma of asking for medical help in a burnout situation or seeking psychotherapy within the dental industry, the main struggles of recent graduate dentists that can lead to burnout, and what someone can do if spotting a young dentist (or not so young) struggling. If you just graduated in Dentistry be sure to follow Kaejenn on Instagram @thelimitlessdentist Insight: It still takes courage to be transparent and vulnerable in a community that demands a lot of perfectionism. We would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Leave a comment or connect with us on social media. Your comments and messages will help us to know you and our profession a little better so that we can offer real value in return. And, if you like it, please subscribe! Take a look at our Conscious Leadership Course here: https://softbites.online/ Follow us on Instagram @mindful.dentistry & @andredolf
Negotiating for work conditions in Dentistry should be a collaborative process, where Dentists and Dental Clinics can gain something. For this to happen both parties need to be flexible in their approach, and willing to compromise and adapt. In this episode, we explore how Dentists can negotiate for better working conditions, keeping in mind that: - Experience counts; - Good work conditions don't always equal money; - Sharing the same values is essential; - Understanding the person across the table (and their constraints) is important; Insights: 1. Photograph your work. Start documenting your cases. If you have a portfolio of your work to show, this will help the clinic owner to believe your worth (and to better understand why you deserve what you are requesting). 2. Negotiating a job offer and negotiating a salary are not the same. Don't get fixated on money. Focus on the value of the entire proposition: opportunity for growth, working hours, location. Here's the link to the episode "Importance of Initial Patient Examination in Dentistry" The link to the episode "Get Your Finances in Order": https://youtu.be/sh84ZDOkhPo?si=1eyWwiEMHmyTaMra We would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Leave a comment or connect with us on social media. Your comments and messages will help us to know you and our profession a little better so we can offer real value in return. And, if you like it, please subscribe! Take a look at our Conscious Leadership Course here: https://softbites.online/ Follow us on Instagram @mindful.dentistry & @andredolf
Is Dentistry science or art? Prof António Mata tells us it's 100% science and explains to us why. This is episode 3 of a 3-part special series on Evidence Based Dentistry with Prof. Dr. António Mata. In this last episode: - The challenge that teachers face to reach and motivate students nowadays; - How old generations need to adapt to new generations; - Leadership in Dentistry: Why all dentists are leaders; - Human connection as a key component in Dentistry and leadership; - How to not become a slave of leadership roles; - Is there a crisis in Dentistry? (The link for the article "Dentistry in crisis: time to change. La Cascada Declaration" https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/adj.12546); - The role of prevention in the future of dentistry; - How to meet your destiny as a dentist; Articles, evidence, research - let us be honest for the general dentist this is intimidating - we fear we might not be up to date, we feel that we may be less of a professional we "should" be. Prof António Mata is here to shed some light on this and give us some hints on how we can be more prepared and feel more confident in our daily clinical practice. About Prof Dr. António Mata: - Doctor in dental surgery by the IUEM in 1996 - PhD by the University of Central Lancashire in 2003 - PhD by the University of Oporto in 2004 - Full professor at FMDUL - Coordinator of the research unit FCT- LibPHYS-UL - Chairman of the Evidence Based Dentistry Center at the FMDUL - Over 100 publications You can find Prof. Dr. António Mata on LinkedIn here https://www.linkedin.com/in/prof-anto... or on Instagram @profantoniomata We would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Leave a comment or connect with us on social media. Your comments and messages will help us to know you and our profession a little better so that we can offer real value in return. And, if you like it, please subscribe! Take a look at our Conscious Leadership Course here: https://softbites.online/ Follow us on Instagram @mindful.dentistry & @andredolf
Episode 2 of a 3-part special series on Evidence Based Dentistry with Prof. Antonio Mata. We start with a hot topic: is all clinical research useful for making clinical decisions? Despite the quality, most of the clinical research has no use for clinical decisions. In this second episode: - Research waste concept; - Factors contributing to this waste; - Publication pressure; - What will drive the quality and the usefulness of research in the future; - The importance of external validation of clinical research; - Open access research platforms; - The role of social media in sharing information for EDB users; - The goal of the systematic reviews; - Popularization of knowledge; - Big Data disruption; and it's impact; - Personalized medicine; - The entrance of Artificial Intelligence in Medicine: Smart health; - The future of AI in Medicine: can the machine replace the doctor? Articles, evidence, research - let us be honest for the general dentist this is intimidating - we fear we might not be up to date, we feel that we may be less of a professional we "should" be. Prof António Mata is here to shed some light on this and give us some hints on how to be more prepared and feel more confident in our daily clinical practice. About Prof Dr. António Mata: - Doctor in dental surgery by the IUEM in 1996 - PhD by the University of Central Lancashire in 2003 - PhD by the University of Oporto in 2004 - Full professor at FMDUL - Coordinator of the research unit FCT- LibPHYS-UL - Chairman of the Evidence Based Dentistry Center at the FMDUL - Over 100 publications You can find Prof. Dr. António Mata on LinkedIn here https://www.linkedin.com/in/prof-anto... or on Instagram @profantoniomata We would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Leave a comment or connect with us on social media. Your comments and messages will help us to know you and our profession a little better so that we can offer real value in return. And, if you like it, please subscribe! Take a look at our Conscious Leadership Course here: https://softbites.online/ Follow us on Instagram @mindful.dentistry & @andredolf
This is episode 1 of a 3-part special series on Evidence Based Dentistry with Prof. Dr. António Mata. Articles, evidence, research - let us be honest for the general dentist this is intimidating - we fear we might not be up to date, we feel that we may be less of a professional we "should" be. Prof António Mata is here to shed some light on this and give us some hints on how we can be more prepared and feel more confident in our daily clinical practice. In this first episode: - Professor António Mata shares his journey in dentistry, what is he trying to contribute to dentistry, and how he got to be so close to research and Evidence Based Dentistry (EBD); - What exactly is Evidence Based Dentistry, it's misconceptions and why is it so important; - The "5 A's"to intervention: Ask, Advise, Assess, Assist, and Arrange; - The difference between EBD doers and EBD users; - Why for different patients, we might need different treatments for the "same" problem/situation; - The legitimacy of having different solutions for the same patients if these solutions are driven by our own expertise, clinical practice, and/or settings; - External factors of pressure in clinical decisions; - How important experience is for clinical decisions and how EBD influences experience; Insight: Evidence Based Dentistry will never leave you alone or isolated in your everyday dentistry practice. About Prof Dr. António Mata: - Doctor in dental surgery by the IUEM in 1996 - PhD by the University of Central Lancashire in 2003 - PhD by the University of Oporto in 2004 - Full professor at FMDUL - Coordinator of the research unit FCT- LibPHYS-UL - Chairman of the Evidence Based Dentistry Center at the FMDUL - Over 100 publications You can find Prof. Dr. António Mata on LinkedIn here or on Instagram @profantoniomata We would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Leave a comment or connect with us on social media. Your comments and messages will help us to know you and our profession a little better so that we can offer real value in return. And, if you like it, please subscribe! Take a look at our Conscious Leadership Course here: https://softbites.online/ Follow us on Instagram @mindful.dentistry & @andredolf
Humanity in healthcare rests on an awareness of patients as human beings first, and patients second. We know that being a dentist can be an exhausting job. And with so many patients coming in and out of appointments, it can be surprisingly easy to drift into a more impersonal approach to each patient who walks through your office door. But it's important to remember that to be the best dentist you can be, you must give your technical best always but also treat every patient like a human being, not a number (even when you are tired). One insight: it starts with you and your approach going to work every day. We would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Leave a comment or connect with us on social media. Your comments and messages will help us to know you and our profession a little better so that we can offer real value in return. And, if you like it, please subscribe! Take a look at our Conscious Leadership Course here: https://softbites.online/ Follow us on Instagram @mindful.dentistry & @andredolf
What is the ideal working time in Dentistry? Until not so long ago it was considered normal for a Dentist to work for long hours 5/6 days a week. And still today, many dentists work under the 8-hour journey premise, leaving the majority feeling unsatisfied, disengaged, and in burnout. The world is changing, the 4 days work week is here to stay and in Dentistry we see a change too. However, the quality of work will always be crucial. In this episode, we discuss how to create balanced and healthy working hours for you and your dental practice. We would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Leave a comment or connect with us on social media. Your comments and messages will help us to know you and our profession a little better so that we can offer real value in return. And, if you like it, please subscribe! Take a look at our Conscious Leadership Course here: https://softbites.online/ Follow us on Instagram @mindful.dentistry & @andredolf
It doesn't matter how you choose to live your dentistry practice - and especially if you choose to expose it on social media - someone will judge you for it and there will always be negativity and "haters". In this conversation, we talk about being judged and criticized, and the strategies we use to deal with it. One insight: there will always be outside critics, but the biggest critic of your professional life will always be you. Working up the confidence to move past our own vulnerability and uncertainty is often the greatest challenge we all face. And don't forget, practice the dentistry that feels right for you. People will criticize you either way. We would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Leave a comment or connect with us on social media. Your comments and messages will help us to know you and our profession a little better so that we can offer real value in return. And, if you like it, please subscribe! Take a look at our Conscious Leadership Course here: https://softbites.online/ Follow us on Instagram @mindful.dentistry & @andredolf
The first step toward creating a sustainable truly satisfying career in dentistry is to have a vision of how you want your life to be, to have goals, and create a plan. In this episode, we discuss our personal productivity systems, hacks, and workflow, to get things done (and accomplish our goals) but most important how to let go once something is achieved. We hope you enjoy it! We would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Leave a comment or connect with us on social media. Your comments and messages will help us to know you and our profession a little better so that we can offer real value in return. And, if you like it, please subscribe! Take a look at our Conscious Leadership Course here: https://softbites.online/ Follow us on Instagram @mindful.dentistry & @andredolf
This is a much-promised episode about digital marketing and social media in Dentistry! If you listen to us you know that we talk about the role of marketing and social media in dentistry nowadays. It was time to talk to an expert that (actually) knows about the subject. And it was a super interesting conversation! Our guest João Leitão is a data driven, goal oriented digital marketing expert specialized in healthcare businesses with proven digital marketing and business consulting solutions. His main drive is to help brands, entrepreneurs and companies to design, implement, audit and optimize their digital identities, focused on performance and return on results. (he explains how he does all of this during our conversation). João is partner and COO of Constant Circle, a digital marketing agency that propels healthcare businesses to a differentiated leadership position through a strategic approach that brings together the analytical and the creative. The main topics of our conversation: - The role of marketing/digital marketing in dentistry; - Why do dentists and dental clinics need to be present in social media nowadays; - How can you really grow your practice through dental marketing (in a sustainable way); - How to make sure clinics attract the right kind of patients; - Authenticity in social media and how do you brand yourself as a dentist; - What information is needed to create a marketing plan; - What is a dental influencer; You can connect with João on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/joaopleitao/ And here are all contacts of Constant Circle: Website: https://constantcircle.co/en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/constantcircle.co/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/constantcircle/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/constantcircle We would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Leave a comment, connect with us on social media, or email us directly: mindfuldentistry@gmail.com Your comments and messages will help us to know you and our profession better, so we can offer real value in return. And, if you like it, please subscribe! All the best, Manuela and Jorge André Take a look at our Conscious Leadership Course here: https://softbites.online/ Follow us on Instagram @mindful.dentistry & @andredolf
Meditation is everywhere nowadays, it became mainstream, and the way we live our lives nowadays, filled with tension, stress, and stimulation, created an urgent demand for it. We are both meditation practitioners and enthusiasts. In this conversation, we talk about our personal approach to meditation and how it serves our life. We also discuss some of the most common myths and misconceptions about meditation and our take on it. Download here a stress reduction guided mindfulness meditation, created by Manuela, especially for dentists. A guided exercise designed to help you reduce stress. Disclaimer: We encourage all dentists to learn to meditate as we believe that it is a powerful tool for mental and physical health. But our goal here is not to present meditation like a quick fix, a magic panacea, that will fix your life or health. If not well-taught meditation can be superficial and even counterproductive, it can give you the wrong idea that if you take a few deep breaths everything is going to be ok. It's not. Meditation is about being present and it can make a real difference in your life. As simple as it might sound, starting and developing a consistent meditation practice is not that easy and requires practice and commitment. Please keep in mind that we are all different and in different stages of nervous system regulation. If you want to work with Manuela in one-to-one personalized sessions of meditation and mindfulness mentorship book a free 30-minute consultation here https://calendly.com/mindfuldentistry/discovery We would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Leave a comment, connect with us on social media, or email us directly at mindfuldentistry@gmail.com Your comments and messages will help us to know you and our profession a little better so that we can offer real value in return. And, if you like it, please subscribe! Take a look at our Conscious Leadership Course here: https://softbites.online/ Follow us on Instagram @mindful.dentistry & @andredolf
Are dentists being fooled by the dental industry? This was the motto for our conversation with Dr. Alessandro Devigus and it didn't disappoint! Dr. Alessandro is always ahead of his time and looking for innovation. But at the same time, he never forgets that the most important thing about our job is the people, and sometimes simplicity is the best option. In our conversation he took us on a journey from the beginning of his career, passing through how he sees the dental industry nowadays and his vision of the future. We hope you enjoy it as much as we did! If you haven't already, you have to check out Dr. Alessandro's Instagram account @dentist.camara Visit his new project Dental TV at https://dentaltv.app We would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Leave a comment, connect with us on social media, or email us directly: mindfuldentistry@gmail.com Your comments and messages will help us better know you and our profession, so we can offer real value in return. And, if you like it, please subscribe! All the best, Manuela and Jorge André Take a look at our Conscious Leadership Course here: https://softbites.online/ Follow us on Instagram @mindful.dentistry & @andredolf
If opening your own dental practice is something that you always dreamed of... go ahead! We fully support you! Just don't let it become your worst nightmare. Be sure you are prepared and aware of all it involves and the consequences. Starting a dental practice can seem overwhelming at first because of the legal and financial aspects of it (and those are just the beginning because there is a lot more to it than you might think).But, if done in a conscious way, it's a beautiful and rewarding adventure. It's also a unique opportunity to practice the dentistry you love and believe in, to work according to your values, to create a positive work environment, and to make a positive impact on the dental community.This episode discusses human skills and responsibilities when starting a dental practice, including personal and financial considerations.We wish you the best on your journey. And remember, do not be afraid to reach out for help. Take a look at our Conscious Leadership in Dentistry Course here https://softbites.online/ We would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Leave a comment, connect with us on social media, or email us directly at mindfuldentistry@gmail.com Your comments and messages will help us to know you and our profession a little better so that we can offer real value in return. And, if you like it, please subscribe! Follow us on Instagram @mindful.dentistry & @andredolf
Cláudia Duarte is a dentist and an explorer. Last year, her passion for traveling took her to a 3 months solo trip in South America. That adventure led her to many discoveries and this year, in August, she's coming back to Colombia, but this time as a travel guide. In this conversation, we talked about how the idea of taking 3 months to travel alone came up, how long she planned it, and the arrangements she had to make to make it possible (if you would like to do the same, there are some tips and advice). We also explored what Cláudia was looking for in that 3 month trip (and 3 month pause in clinical work) and what did you end up finding, how she felt after coming back to “normal” life, how the trip impacted her work as a dentist, and how she is starting to explore new paths outside dentistry. You can follow Cláudia on Instagram here https://www.instagram.com/explorewithclaudia/ And know more about her here https://levartravel.pt/lideres/claudia-duarte We would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Leave a comment, connect with us on social media or email us directly at mindfuldentistry@gmail.com Your comments and messages will help us to know you and our profession better, so we can offer real value in return. And, if you like it, please subscribe! Take a look at our Conscious Leadership Course here: https://softbites.online/ Follow us on Instagram @mindful.dentistry & @andredolf
Is there a generational gap in dentistry? We think yes and that we should be aware of it. Not to divide but to improve and learn from each other. Each generation has its own characteristics regarding workplace attitudes, general consciousness, and ways of life. In this episode we discuss the new generation: - Sense of fairness - Work hours - Acknowledgment - Work environment needs - Mental health awareness - Human and social skills - Boundaries - Work-life balance - Work responsibility Our goal is not to label the new generations, is simply to put things in perspective and aknowledge change. Diverse perspectives are a strength, but they can also cause tension, especially if members of different generations often have very different expectations of one another and approach challenges in very different ways. We would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Leave a comment, connect with us in social media or email us directly at mindfuldentistry@gmail.com Your comments and messages will help us to know you and our profession a little better, so that we can offer real value in return. And, if you like it, please subscribe! Take a look at our Conscious Leadership Course here: https://softbites.online/ Follow us on Instagram @mindful.dentistry & @andredolf
In this episode we dive deep in finances. Financial awareness is key in dentistry. Jorge André discovered this very early in his career and shares the system he implemented in his practice, how it all works and how it directs him to take strategic actions. Back in 2014 Jorge André wrote the book "Small Business Focus" out of need, but it proved to be a winning formula: his dental clinic has been strivinging since then and is a financially healthy business. In his own words "a simple hack that forces your business to thrive". You can get your copy here. f you find yourself worrying about money and not sleeping at night because of it, take a look at our Conscious Leadership in Dentistry Course here https://softbites.online/ We would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Leave a comment, connect with us in social media or email us directly at mindfuldentistry@gmail.com Your comments and messages will help us to know you and our profession a little better, so that we can offer real value in return. And, if you like it, please subscribe! Follow us on Instagram @mindful.dentistry & @andredolf
This is a surprising conversation. We already knew Diogo Guerreiro as an exceptional endodontist and speaker, known all over the world. What we didn't expect was the honest and vulnerable human being. Diogo took us through his career journey and how he got to the point where it's all about taking care of people and doing your best. He also discussed how we look for validation on social media nowadays, how certain experiences change you, work-life balance, success, mindset and motivation. Thank you Diogo for showing us the power of authenticity and human connection in Dentistry. It's all about the people and making people lives a little better. Sometimes we get wrapped around ego boosting dentistry and we forget it. You can find Diogo here: www.Facebook.com/endodontics dg_endodontics on Instagram We would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Leave a comment, connect with us in social media or email us directly at mindfuldentistry@gmail.com Your comments and messages will help us to know you and our profession a little better, so that we can offer real value in return. And, if you like it, please subscribe! Take a look at our Conscious Leadership Course here: https://softbites.online/ Follow us on Instagram @mindful.dentistry & @andredolf
In Dentistry we tend to look at perfectionism with positivity. We know perfection doesn't exist, because it's subjective, but we continue to set unrealistic goals and standards based on it. At a certain moment, if we are not self-aware, we may even start to assess self-worth based on achieving unrealistic results. Why do we hide behind perfectionism? The truth is, we can't move forward without feeling vulnerable, and for Dentists to show vulnerability is not easy. But if we dare to open up and be authentic we might be surprised by the positive reaction of others. In this episode we talk about perfectionism, why Dentists continue to impose the pressure of perfectionism on themselves, how that leads them to frustration in so many ways, and we give you some tools to deal with the perfectionism trap we all fall into. "We have to stay very grounded, but at the same time aim for the stars" Phil Stutz. Our inspiration for this episode came from watching "Stutz", a beautiful film by Jonah Hill available on Netflix. Phil Stutz is Jonah Hill's friend and therapist, and this film invites you to explore Dr. Stutz's Tools for life in an effort to get real, get personal, and get better. If you haven't seen it, go see it, it's worth it. We would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Leave a comment, connect with us in social media or email us directly at mindfuldentistry@gmail.com Your comments and messages will help us to know you and our profession a little better, so that we can offer real value in return. And, if you like it, please subscribe! Take a look at our Conscious Leadership Course here: https://softbites.online/ Follow us on Instagram @mindful.dentistry & @andredolf.
In this episode we are joined by Dr. Parul Dua Makkar. Parul is a fellow American dentist and the owner of PDM Family Dental in Long Island, NY. In our conversation she shares the story of losing her younger and only brother Dr Manu Dua. Dr. Manu Dua, also a fellow dentist, battled oral cancer for almost two years. Parul posthumously honored him through his book, Life Interrupted: Dr. Dua's Survival Guide, a series of blogs that he penned when faced with his own mortality at the young age of 34. He had accepted and made peace with his fate. These blogs are filled with much depth and wisdom. It chronicles his realization of life and what and who truly matters. Parul also shares how she dealt with the loss and how it changed her as a dentist and as a person. There are so many insights to take from this conversation, but we hope, like Manu wanted, it inspires you to not take life for granted. It' so easy for us, in dentistry, to live on autopilot chasing other people's expectations or the next clinical achievement. Live for yourself, do what makes you happy. Otherwise, change it. Thank you Parul for your kindness and generosity. Here are all the links where you can find Manu's book and article: Manu's book, Life Interrupted: Dr. Dua's Survival Guide. Manu's first article, published in DentalTown. Manu's last article in DentalTown, published posthumously. Podcast LIFE INTERRUPTED: Dr. Dua's Survival Guide |The Podcast Companion| Learn more about Dr. Parul here: https://www.instagram.com/duagoodjob https://www.instagram.com/pdmfamilydental http://www.pdmfamilydental.com and coming soon Parul Dua Makkar, DDS Best way to reach Parul at parul_dua@yahoo.com We would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Leave a comment, connect with us in social media or email us directly at mindfuldentistry@gmail.com Your comments and messages will help us to know you and our profession a little better, so that we can offer real value in return. And, if you like it, please subscribe! Take a look at our Conscious Leadership Course here: https://softbites.online/ Follow us on Instagram @mindful.dentistry & @andredolf.
As a Dentist, at one point or another, you've probably faced the challenge of how to make sure you leave work at work and not bring work stress home with you. In this episode we talk about: - The importance of the transition from holidays to work and how it could contribute to your success - The power of setting intentions - How to successfully manage the mental work-home transition - Effective ways of switching off after work Keep in mind: physical presence doesn't always equate to mental presence. You could be sitting at your work chair but more preoccupied about a home situation than the patient at your care, or you could be at the kitchen table thinking more about the treatment that didn't go according to plan than the people eating dinner with you. That's why transitions from work mode to personal mode are so essential. Our Tip: Get conscious about it and establish a healthy work-home transition activity or routine that works for you and serves you better over the long term. Because due to the mental demandings of Dentistry it's very common for Dentists to choose an unhealthy way to completely absorb mental energy to transition away from work stress like overdrinking, overeating, overspending, over-scrolling social media or binge watching netflix. We would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Leave a comment, connect with us in social media or email us directly at mindfuldentistry@gmail.com Your comments and messages will help us to know you and our profession a little better, so that we can offer real value in return. And, if you like it, please subscribe! All the best, Manuela and Jorge André Take a look at our Conscious Leadership Course here: https://softbites.online/ Follow us on Instagram @mindful.dentistry & @andredolf
In this episode we welcome international lecturer, tech entrepreneur and mental health in dentistry advocate, Dr. Kyle Stanley. Dr. Kyle Stanley, named "The Next Generation of Cosmetic Dentistry" by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, “The Top 10 Young Educators in Dentistry” by the Seattle Study Club, and "World's Top 100 Doctors in Dentistry" graduated from USC and then went on to complete a dental implant residency and dental implant specialty in Brazil. He is a researcher who has published in some of the top dental journals about esthetics, implants, and plastic surgery topics. With his company Pearl, he is changing the way patients are treated through artificial intelligence and is a leader in this field. Dr. Stanley is the most prominent advocate of mental health in dentistry and through his Light Side community has helped countless dentists reduce stress and anxiety. He maintains a private practice in Beverly Hills where he focuses on implant surgery and prosthetics. In our conversation we talked about: - Why mental health is still a taboo topic in dentistry - The Light Side Course: how it started and how it has evolved, how it helps dentists to overcome stress and burnout - The right mindset in dentistry - Work-life balance and how dentists can live a more successful and balanced life - The future of Dentistry - how can AI help life quality of dentists Here are all work related links and social media contacts of Dr Kyle Stanley: https://lightsidedentistry.com/ https://www.hellopearl.com/ https://drkylestanley.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyle-stanley-72807b50/ https://www.facebook.com/drkylestanley https://www.instagram.com/drkylestanley/ We would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Leave a comment, connect with us in social media or email us directly at mindfuldentistry@gmail.com Your comments and messages will help us to know you and our profession a little better, so that we can offer real value in return. And, if you like it, please subscribe and leave a review! All the best, Manuela and Jorge André Take a look at our Conscious Leadership Course here: https://softbites.online/ Follow us on Instagram @mindful.dentistry & @andredolf.
In the first episode of 2023 we talk about the importance of taking time off in Dentistry. Due to Dentistry being a very stressful profession all dentists feel the need to take real breaks and rest. The need to press pause and slowdown is not only about physically stopping but, more importantly, the desire to put a stop to the incessant internal agitation that seems to control the state of dentists lives. The goal is to get away from your normal schedule and take time to do something just for yourself. Taking a trip (short or long), getting away from the weekend every now and then, going to a retreat, these are all activities that can make a huge difference in your life. They can help you disconnect, relax and feel rejuvenated. You can have a break from work, from your family or even from your mind. Yes, from your mind. Our mind is brilliant and extremely useful: it gets things done, helps us solve problems, allows us to achieve our goals, enable us to learn and memorize information, and empowers us to achieve our wildest dream. However, we can get “stuck” in the goal-setting mood, and it can be difficult to let go of expectations, comparisons, or judgments of how things should be. If you give yourself the opportunity to take breaks and disconnect you will be able to connect with yourself and access your being mode. In this mode there is no need to monotonized, evaluate, judge or compare. Instead, the focus is “accepting” and “allowing” what is, instead of changing it. This brings a sense of freedom and freshness to life and you can take these insights to your work. Taking a break also changes our perspective on life and work: not only you get to know yourself better, but you also realize that the world didn't end, and is still the same when you get back. You return and appreciate everyone and everything even more and you will move forward with peace and clarity. Go ahead and give yourself the happy, healthy pause you deserve this year! The book Jorge André mentions: Letting Go: The Pathway To Surrender by David R. Hawkins We hope you enjoy it. We would love to hear your thoughts on this. Leave a comment, dm or email us. Your comments and messages will help us to know you and our profession a little better, so that we can offer real value in return. And if you liked it don't forget to subscribe. Follow us @mindful.dentistry and @andredolf and take a look at our Conscious Leadership Course here https://softbites.online/ Mostrar menos
Second part of our conversation on how to cope with failure in dentistry. As dentists, we all have times when we have to cope with failure. Some of us seem much more able to pick themselves up after these experiences than others, but usually we find it hard to cope. To develop some positive habits and skills that can help overcome failure and turn it into a more positive experience is possible. In fact, we can use failure as a way to learn and improve. In this conversation we discuss and explain some of these skills and show how you can develop an ability to deal more gracefully with failure. Because let's face it: we all make mistakes and we all fail. We hope you enjoy it. We would love to hear your thoughts on this. Leave a comment, dm or email us. Your comments and messages will help us to know you and our profession a little better, so that we can offer real value in return. And if you liked it don't forget to subscribe to the channel. Follow us @mindful.dentistry and @andredolf and take a look at our Conscious Leadership Course here https://softbites.online/
As dentists, we all have times when we have to cope with failure. Some of us seem much more able to pick themselves up after these experiences than others, but usually we find it hard to cope. To develop some positive habits and skills that can help overcome failure and turn it into a more positive experience is possible. In fact, we can use failure as a way to learn and improve. In this episode we discuss and explain some of these skills and show how you can develop an ability to deal more gracefully with failure. Because let's face it: we all make mistakes and we all fail. We hope you enjoy it. We would love to hear your thoughts on this. Leave a comment, dm or email us. Your comments and messages will help us to know you and our profession a little better, so that we can offer real value in return. And if you liked it don't forget to subscribe to the channel. Follow us @mindful.dentistry and @andredolf and take a look at our Conscious Leadership Course here https://softbites.online/
In this podcast episode we welcome our dear friend André Mariz de Almeida. André is specialized in temporomandibular disorders, orofacial pain and sleep. He is also a teacher, lecturer, researcher, volunteer, traveler and an inspiring human being. In this podcast we talk about what made him fall in love with dentistry, his passion for helping people, career choices, mental health, personal development, intuition, and so much more. This was a heartwarming and delightful conversation where we discussed the challenges every dentist goes through, and how you can take better care of your mental health. Because it's easy to look at successful dentists but oftentimes we forget that to be really successful and to perform at our best, we need to work on ourselves and rest. If you haven't already, you have to check out André's instagram @drandremarizalmeida where he is always sharing his passions. Visit his website at www.andremarizalmeida.com Take a look at the book recommended by Dr André: Blink - Malcolm Gladwell - The Power of Thinking Without Thinking We would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Leave a comment, connect with us in social media or email us directly: mindfuldentistry@gmail.com Your comments and messages will help us to know you and our profession a little better, so that we can offer real value in return. And, if you like it, please subscribe! All the best, Manuela and Jorge André Take a look at our Conscious Leadership Course here: https://softbites.online/ Follow us on Instagram @mindful.dentistry & @andredolf
This is the SECOND part of an interesting conversation with Dr. Christina Radics. Christina is one of those rare authentic persons about her work and life. She attended the first edition of our Conscious Leadership in Dentistry Course and we had the opportunity of spending time with her and she does carry that warm and friendly vibe. It's quite rare to find some in dentistry that is just not into impressing you and being defensive but just be damn open! We talked about self-expression and creativity, the impact that the conscious leadership course and self discovery journey she took, early/late family and motherhood, female energy self expression and dealing with it at work (including patients hands on your legs ☠️
This is the first part of a long and interesting conversation with Dr. Christina Radics. We had so much fun talking to her. Christina is one of those rare authentic persons about her work and life. She attended the first edition of our Conscious Leadership in Dentistry Course and we had the opportunity of spending time with her and she does carry that warm and friendly vibe. It's quite rare to find some in dentistry that is just not into impressing you and being defensive but just be damn open! We talked about self-expression and creativity, the impact that the conscious leadership course and self discovery journey she took, early/late family and motherhood, female energy self expression and dealing with it at work (including patients hands on your legs ☠️
If you are a Dentist, you probably know Jaz Gulati. Jaz is the creator and host of Protrusive Dental Podcast, which is THE reference in dental podcasts. We were both guests of Jaz's podcast and now tables have turned and he is the one answering our questions. In this conversation we get to know the other side of Jaz: his journey from refugee to creating one of the most impactful podcasts in dentistry, some of his difficult moments and lessons, how he works on his mindset, his passion for education, his challenges as a father, and so much more. Start listening, you will love it! Thank you Jaz for your contagious energy and generosity! You can find Protrusive Dental Podcast @protrusivedental on Instagram Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/protrusive Website: https://protrusive.co.uk/ Here are the links for the books that Jaz mentioned: "Quiet: The power of introverts in a world that can't stop talking" by Susan Cain "7 Habits of highly effective people: Powerful lessons in personal change" by Stephen R. Covey And the links for the Protrusive Dental Podcast Episodes featuring Jorge André and Manuela: Crystal Clear Treatment Plans that Wow Patients and are Easy to Understand – PDP049 Vertiprep Revision and How To Go Digital for Vertical Preps – PDP089 Dentistry is STRESSFUL – this Podcast will help you – PDP065 We would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Leave a comment, connect with us in social media or email us directly: mindfuldentistry@gmail.com Your comments and messages will help us to know you and our profession a little better, so that we can offer real value in return. And, if you like it, please subscribe! All the best, Manuela and Jorge André Take a look at our Conscious Leadership Course here: https://softbites.online/ Follow us on Instagram @mindful.dentistry & @andredolf.
This is the second part of a conversation about emotional awareness in dentistry. It's a personal conversation where a hard day of dentistry is described, including failures, and management difficulties and doubts are shared. Generally dentists have no emotional awareness, but one of the biggest transformations leading to stress reduction in dentistry occurs when dentists start to develop emotional awareness and they start to realise that the cause of their stress is not the anxious patient, it is the way they react to the anxious patient. Or when they discover that they can be themselves when they are working, they can be vulnerable, and by being themselves that does not make them weaker but it's the other way around, it becomes their strength. Because the awareness that comes with it will lead to aligned action, and they start to create their days, their everyday dentistry practice according to their values, their boundaries, their needs and they serve their patients better. We hope you enjoy it. We would love to hear your thoughts on this. Leave a comment, dm or email us. Your comments and messages will help us to know you and our profession a little better, so that we can offer real value in return. And if you liked it don't forget to subscribe to the show and leave a review. Follow us @mindful.dentistry and @andredolf and take a look at our Conscious Leadership Course here https://softbites.online/
This is the first part of a conversation about emotional awareness in dentistry. It's a personal conversation where a hard day of dentistry is described, including failures, and management difficulties and doubts are shared. Generally dentists have no emotional awareness, but one of the biggest transformations leading to stress reduction in dentistry occurs when dentists start to develop emotional awareness and they start to realise that the cause of their stress is not the anxious patient, it is the way they react to the anxious patient. Or when they discover that they can be themselves when they are working, they can be vulnerable, and by being themselves that does not make them weaker but it's the other way around, it becomes their strength. Because the awareness that comes with it will lead to aligned action, and they start to create their days, their everyday dentistry practice according to their values, their boundaries, their needs and they serve their patients better. We hope you enjoy it. We would love to hear your thoughts on this. Leave a comment, dm or email us. Your comments and messages will help us to know you and our profession a little better, so that we can offer real value in return. And if you liked it don't forget to subscribe. Follow us @mindful.dentistry and @andredolf and take a look at our Conscious Leadership Course here https://softbites.online/
A detailed initial patient assessment is a critical component in Dentistry. All dentists learn and know this. Not all dentists perform it. In this episode we discuss the importance of having a well oiled protocol for new patients in your daily dentistry practice and how this can help lead you to success. Key points: - How to establish an initial patient examination protocol in your daily dentistry practice. - Should you charge for the initial examination or perform any treatments in this appointment (and why more important that charge it or not is to do it). - How to deal with patients that tell you "it's not needed". - Why the initial examination can be a positive differential in your clinical practice. - How it helps you build connections and gain patients' trust. We would love to hear your thoughts on this. Leave a comment, dm or email us. Your comments and messages will help us to know you and our profession a little better, so that we can offer real value in return. And if you liked it don't forget to subscribe. Follow us @mindful.dentistry and @andredolf and take a look at our Conscious Leadership Course here https://softbites.online/
This is a very special episode with Dr. Jasper Thoolen! Jasper has been a dentist since 2016, one of the five founders of the online education movement Karma Dentistry, lecturer in cool dentistry, teacher at several post-doc, key opinion leader and author, musician, philanthropist and so much more. In this episode, Jasper shares why he became a dentist and how he found his passion for dentistry, tells us about the Karma movement and the Karma Tour, and his best tools and advice for creating a life and everyday dentistry practice that lights you up — and as you know, this is crucially important as a dentist. You'll learn: - How your values can be expressed in your daily work - The courage you need to practice the dentistry you believe in - The power of authenticity in dentistry - The secrets to work-life balance Listen and discover rock'n'roll dentistry! We hope that you'll love to hear it as much as we loved recording it! Here are all the links where you can find all the information mentioned in the conversation and connect with Dr Jasper Thoolen: Visit Karma Dentistry Website Discover the Karma Dentistry Courses and Resources here Discover the Karma Tour 2022 here Watch the Karma on Tour Video here Karma Dentistry Instagram @karmadentistry Dr.Jasper Thoolen Instagram @jtdentistry Discover Dr Jasper Thoolen Dental Clinic here. Watch the Airborne band documentary "It's All For Rock n Roll" here Read about "Start with why" and Simon Sinek work here. Read about "The subtle art of not giving a fuck" and Mark Manson here Karma Dentistry Founders @Instagram Dr. Maarten de Beer @thedentaldutchman Dr. Freek Gols Linthorst @dentistrybyfreek Dr. Erik-Jan Muts @drs.erikjan Dr.Mart Ramaekers @mart_ramaekers We would love to hear your thoughts on this. Leave a comment, dm or email us. Your comments and messages will help us to know you and our profession a little better, so that we can offer real value in return. And if you liked it don't forget to leave a review and subscribe to the podcast. Follow us @mindful.dentistry and @andredolf and take a look at our Conscious Leadership Course here https://softbites.online/
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