Dental Innovator: A Journey of 25 Transformative Years Over

In this illuminating interview, we uncover the remarkable career of a dental pioneer whose dedication to oral health spans 25 transformative years and more. From crafting insightful books to leading courses and mentoring through radio, her journey exemplifies a fusion of passion and innovation in dentistry.

Amidst the challenges of COVID-19, she forged ahead, creating visionary solutions like a leadership skills course and winning accolades in the AI versus Corona Hackathon, redefining dentistry’s technological landscape.

Her  commitment to holistic well-being shines through her literary works and advocacy for preventive care, echoing the mantra: “Dental prevention is better than cure.” With creativity and resilience, her  inspire change, leaving an enduring impact on oral healthcare.

What inspired you to become a dentist, and how has your journey evolved over before your 25 years of experience in providing NHS care?

Was inspired by helping patients have healthy teeth, healthy gums, and confident smiles. By doing diverse things such as writing 3 books, presenting, writing, and delivering courses, and content creator.

Can you share a bit about your experience as a mentor and how it intersects with your role as a dentist?

I believe I am always mentoring others when I do a Radio Show to discuss important topics such as dental prevention is better than cure.

How did your experience during the COVID-19 pandemic shape your professional outlook and inspire you to create innovative solutions like your leadership skills course?

When COVID-19 arrived, my world was crushed and everything came to a standstill. I couldn’t work and lost sources of income. During lockdown, was allowed to create a course and deliver to colleagues as part of professional development. I believe leaders who led with compassion did well during the lockdown and that inspired my topic.

What motivated you to participate in the AI versus Corona Hackathon, and how did winning the first prize impact your perspective on integrating technology into dentistry?

During the Lockdown, the AI versus Corona Hackathon was advertised, and joined data scientists and our team won first prize. That has now increased my interest in using AI in dentistry.

Your book “Positive Work-Life Balance” offers insights into transforming from a tired individual to a happy, empowered one. Could you share a key tip or toolkit from your book that has personally resonated with you?

Doing voluntary work, you get to do something worthwhile e.g. raising funds for your alma mater using technology and social platforms.

As an author of “One Life, Live It!” can you tell us about the journey of writing your first book and the message you hope it conveys to readers?

One life, live it! This is my quote which I devised whilst writing my book Positive Work-life Balance – How to Transform from a Tired Individual to a Happy, empowered and Fulfilled Individual with 7 Tips!/Toolkit

How has your passion for poetry influenced your professional life, and how do you integrate creativity into your role as a dentist and educator?

By sharing it when I do webinars and even teach others to become creative by writing their poems. I wrote a book on it. Title – Book of Poetry, why I create!

Could you elaborate on the importance of preventing tooth decay and how your perspective on prevention aligns with your dedication to oral health promotion?

I always say dental prevention is better than cure, especially in children. It costs the health service about 42 Million pounds a year to put them to sleep to remove decayed teeth. This can be prevented by using the following tips.

I. BRUSH 2X A DAY WITH PREFERABLY FLUORIDE TOOTHPASTE.

II. SPIT AFTER BRUSHING

III. LIMIT SWEETS TO MEAL TIMES

IV. DOWNLOAD THE FOOD SCANNER APP WHEREBY YOUR MOBILE PHONE BECOMES A BARCODE READER AND TELLS YOU HOW MANY CUBES OF SUGAR ARE IN THE FOOD

V. COOK FROM SCRATCH IF YOU CAN

VI.VISIT THE HYGIENIST AND DENTIST REGULARLY

VII. NURSING MOTHERS SHOULD PLEASE TAKE THE BREAST OUT OF THE CHILD’S MOUTH WHEN THEY FALL ASLEEP

VIII. AS SOON AS THE CHILD HAS THEIR FIRST SET OF TEETH, REGISTER THEM WITH A DENTIST. ERUPTION OF FIRST TEETH MAY VARY IN EACH CHILD. COULD BE ABOUT 6 MONTHS OLD.

IX. READ THE BOOK I WROTE. TITLE- MUMMY WHAT IS TOOTH DECAY?-PREVENTION IS BETTER THAN CURE!

Your poem “B.U.R.N.O.U.T” speaks to the resilience and unity of hardworking individuals. How do you apply these qualities in your dental practice, especially in times of challenge, or adversity?

In times of challenge, my acrostic poem empowers me to be the best I can be and make a difference which becomes a ripple effect to inspire the next generation.

B STANDS FOR BRAVE

U STANDS FOR UNIQUE

R STANDS FOR RESILIENCE

N STANDS FOR NICE

O  STANDS FOR OUTSTANDING

U STANDS FOR UNITY

T STANDS FOR TRANSFORMATION

You mention being open to collaborations and partnerships. Can you share any specific projects or initiatives you’re currently working on or hope to pursue in the future to make a difference in the dental community?

Currently working on creating dental content as a result of completing the You Tube accelerator program.  Will be pleased to collaborate/partner with a kind individual willing to purchase an NHS dental practice.