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Soft Bites Podcast
by Your Life, Your Dentistry
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, communication tools and emotional insights to make dentistry a fulfilling activity while making space for one´s freedom, wonder and creativity in this ride called life.
Episodes
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Selling Your Practice - the last episode
After four years, this is our final episode. And it feels fitting to close with a conversation about one of the most complex and emotional decisions a professional can make: selling your dental practice. This episode is not about transactions. It’s about identity, timing, strategy, and…
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Artificial Intelligence with António Mata
In this episode, we welcome back Professor António Mata to explore one of the most talked-about topics in modern healthcare: artificial intelligence. AI is everywhere—but what does it really mean for healthcare, and more specifically, for dentistry? Is its impact going to be incremental or truly...
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Hugo Madeira
In this episode, we sit down with Hugo Madeira, a leading figure in Portuguese dentistry and an innovative force in healthcare. Hugo takes us through his personal and professional journey—reflecting on the early days of social media, the challenges he's faced, the milestones he's reached, and the...
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Toxic Environment in a Dental Office
Why are so many dental offices toxic work environments? We are trained to fix teeth, yet when a dentist opens a practice, they must now possess the knowledge to manage staff, market, provide good customer service, etc. That’s a lot of extra responsibilities we were never trained in. Together with...
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The benefits of having a dental office manager
Having a knowledgeable dental office manager is not only good for the dental practice but also helps the dental team succeed and grow. In this episode, Jorge Adré shares his experience, and we reflect on the benefits of having a dental office manager. We would love to hear your thoughts on this...
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Don’t have favorites in your team
Have you ever worked for a dental clinic where a ‘work-family' environment is promoted? Or are you a dental clinic owner who encourages the internal culture of "We’re a family here"? In our Conscious Leadership Course in Dentistry, we always pointed out how this "family" culture is not the right...
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Dentists Dealing With an Alpha Nurse
We all have been there; as dentists, we all get to work with an alpha nurse at least once throughout our careers. In this conversation, we try to understand the dynamics of working with an alpha nurse from the perspective of a young dentist or a practice owner.We would love to hear your thoughts…
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A Dental Practice is a Long-Term Game
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...
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Buying a Porsche and still not raising your staff
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…
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Antonio Roma Torres: Dialogues Beyonde the Cusp
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…
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Celebration Over Comparison: Develop a genuine desire to see others win
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...
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Mehy Lo Presti: Global Dental Collective
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,...
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Olavo Guerreiro Viegas: Endo en Zo Academy
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...
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The Undervalued Benefits of Being a Dentist
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...
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Andrea Dagot: Dental Hygiene 2.0
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...
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Onboarding Process in a Dental Practice
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%...
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Francisco T Barbosa - Beyond the Scalpel: A Journey Through Dentistry and Self-Discovery
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...
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What is more important in a dental practice: the patients or the team?
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…
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Dr Laila Hishaw - Diversity in Dentistry
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...
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Hiring Dentists: Go for good clinicians or good team players?
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…
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Developing a "learner" attitude
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…
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The Art of Confrontation in Dentistry
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...
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Bruno Seabra: : The Art Behind Dental Photography
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...
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The Power of Please, Thank You and Sorry in Dentistry
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...
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Tips for more efficient written communication in dental teams
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…
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Writing a Scientific Article
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…
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The Limitless Dentist: With Kaejenn Tchia
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...
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Negotiating Your Work Conditions in Dentistry
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...
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Evidence Based Dentistry With Prof. Dr. António Mata - Episode 3
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…
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Evidence Based Dentistry With Prof. Dr. António Mata - Episode 2
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: -...
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Evidence Based Dentistry With Prof. Dr. António Mata - Episode 1
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.…
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How to Keep Treating Patients as Human Beings
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...
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Healthy Working Hours in Dentistry
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…
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How to Deal With Critics and Haters
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...
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Getting Things Done
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…
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Digital Marketing for Dentists With João Leitão
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...
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Give Meditation a Try
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...
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Alessando Devigus: Are dentists being fooled by the dental industry?
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...
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Thinking About Starting a Dental Practice? Things You Should Know.
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…
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Explore With Cláudia
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...
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Challenges of Employing the New Generations
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...
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Get Your Finances in Order
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...
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Diogo Gurreiro: The Power of Authenticity in Dentistry
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...
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The Perfectionism Trap
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...
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Life Interrupted, featuring Dr. Parul Dua Makkar
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…
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Managing the Work-Home Transition in Dentistry
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...
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Dr. Kyle Stanley
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…
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Disconnect to Reconnect - The Importance of Taking Time Off in Dentistry
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,...
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How to Cope With Failure in Dentistry Part 2
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…
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How To Cope With Failure in Dentistry Part 1
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…
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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, communication tools and emotional insights to make dentistry a fulfilling activity while making space for one´s freedom, wonder and creativity in this ride called life.
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