What does it really take to become a dentist and what happens after you qualify?
In this episode of How To Become A..., Grace speaks to cosmetic dentist, clinic owner and entrepreneur Dr Rhona, who shares her journey from dreaming of dentistry at just 12 years old to building her own award-winning clinic, launching a successful oral care brand and becoming one of the UK's leading voices in cosmetic dentistry.
She explains:
- What it's really like to become a dentist
- The university and training pathway into dentistry
- The difference between NHS and private dentistry
- Why cosmetic dentistry completely changed her career
She also shares:
- Growing up inspired by healthcare professionals
- Why she chose dentistry over medicine
- Buying her own dental practice just before the Covid lockdown
- Using social media and influencer marketing to grow her clinic
- Appearing on Dragon's Den with her oral care brand
Plus, we discuss:
- The reality of running a dental business
- Financial independence and entrepreneurship
- Why prevention is the future of dentistry
- Mental health within the profession
- Building a personal brand as a healthcare professional
If you're interested in:
- Dentistry
- Cosmetic dentistry
- Healthcare careers
- Entrepreneurship
- Building a personal brand
- Women in business
- Private practice
This episode is an inspiring look at how clinical expertise, creativity and business can come together to build a truly fulfilling career.
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Information
- Show
- FrequencyUpdated Weekly
- PublishedAugust 11, 2026 at 11:00 PM UTC
- Length31 min
- Season6
- Episode2
- RatingClean
