The Young Dentist

Afeef Hadi, Faheem Mohammed

Building bridges between industry leaders and dental students: an educational platform all about the non-clinical aspects of life as a Dentist.

  1. 2D AGO

    Dr. Crystal Marruganti: The Science of Growth - PhD in Perio, Forbes 30 Under 30 Europe, MBA...

    Today’s guest is a record breaker, Dr. Crystal Marruganti. A Dentist (DWSi Perio), researcher and lecturer, she completed her PhD in less than 3 years and became the first dentist in history to make the Forbes 30 Under 30 list for Science and Healthcare. But her path wasn't a straight line to success. Starting as a budding mathematician, Crystal struggled to find her passion in dentistry until a pivotal mentor changed everything, transforming her from a "book smart" student into a world-class researcher with over 50 publications and features in The Telegraph and Evening Standard. In this episode, we dive deep into the systemic diseases linked to periodontology and why she believes prevention is the future of profitable dentistry. This is a masterclass for anyone who feels lost in their career or wants to understand the true impact of the work we do as dentists. Key Articles Mentioned: Association between Periodontitis and Severity of COVID-19 Infection: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37845800/ Periodontitis and Incident Type 2 Diabetes: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38699834/ Connect with Dr. Crystal: Website: www.crystalmarruganti.com Instagram: @crystalmarruganti LinkedIn: Dr. Crystal Marruganti

    50 min

  2. FEB 10

    Dr. George Cheetham: How To Get Hired By The UK’s Top Private Principals…

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

    1h 14m

  3. 09/30/2025

    Dr. Jason Wong: Chief Dental Officer for NHS England - His Journey, NHS Dentistry & Public Health

    What exactly does it take to be the Dentist in charge of NHS Dentistry in England? Well, in today’s episode, we dive into the journey behind Jason Wong’s rise to CDO. Be prepared for a candid discussion about the inequalities in oral health, the university admissions process and how public health decisions can impact entire populations. We also get a look into how the government makes decisions on dental policies. Read in between the lines for exclusive insights into the way the leader of NHS dentistry thinks and how it will affect our careers and patients. We’ll also dive into what the future of Dentistry in the NHS may look like. As the last episode of Season 2, this one is special. One of the most important discussions we have had on the podcast so far. https://www.colgateprofessional.co.uk/ https://www.dentally.com/en-gb/

    1h 15m

  4. 09/18/2025

    Dr. Simran Bains: Award-Winning Young Dentist - “I Hated it, Until…”, Truth About DCT & MaxFax

    She graduated from Manchester in 2017. Since then, Dr. Simran Bains has won Best Young Dentist twice in 2024, again in 2025, and landed on Dentistry's Top 50 three years running. But rewind to her DCT year, a Maxfax post left her drained and ready to quit surgery completely. Then, she volunteered for night shifts, shadowed every case, and reignited the spark. She's since worked in four practices at once, earned the MDFS qualification plus two postgraduate diplomas, and now chairs the Young Membership Committee at the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. Today, we unpack her DCT journey, Maxfax lessons, and how stacking varied experience early can set you up for success. This is not one to miss. https://www.colgateprofessional.co.uk/ https://www.dentally.com/en-gb/

    1h 1m

  5. 09/06/2025

    Shaz Memon: The Dental Branding Expert - Growing Your Brand, Marketing Yourself, Best Tips

    Marketing expert, award winning author, philanthropist- what hasn’t he done? Today we’ve got Shaz Memon on the show, the go-to guy for everything branding related in dentistry. From starting Digimax dental in his parents’ garage to building it into the highest rated dental marketing agency worldwide, writing the hit book Instagram For Dentists, getting featured in Forbes and lastly starting the incredible Wells on Wheels charity - we’ll cover all of this and more in today’s episode. Stay tuned for actionable tips and nuggets of gold from the branding expert himself. Let’s get into it! https://www.colgateprofessional.co.uk/ https://www.dentally.com/en-gb/

    47 min

  6. 08/27/2025

    Dr. Mehy Lo Presti: Using Theatre To Create Change in Dentistry

    An artist, an innovator with a flare for theatrics, and a disruptor in the best way possible. That’s Dr. Mehy Lo Presti, one of the most interesting dentists you’ll meet. Graduating from Madrid and later King’s College London, Mehy specialises in restorative and full mouth rehabilitation dentistry- emphasising the importance of a holistic approach to dentistry, clinically and non-clinically. Today we discuss his story: How the Palestinian-Italian boy from Spain who never quite fit in, is now paving the way for dental professionals to be able to discuss difficult topics in a safe environment- merging debates about professionalism, mental health and CPD with theatrical performances and comedy through The Global Dental Collective. https://www.colgateprofessional.co.uk/ https://www.dentally.com/en-gb/

    54 min

  7. 08/18/2025

    Dentistry & Zumba: Becoming a Well-Rounded Dentist

    Our special guest is the definition of empowerment. Today we are joined by none other than Dr. Devinia Coco. Graduating at Barts’ London School of Medicine and Dentistry, Devinia has delved into every corner dentistry can offer. From specialising in cosmetic and aesthetic dentistry, to inspiring dental students and professionals across the board with her motivational speaking, Devinia has grasped the concept of being multi-diverse and has just kept going. From owning practises to becoming a Zumba instructor, Devinia has yet to limit herself in the broad spectrum that she calls life and has embodied the concept of continuous learning and development by recently achieving her advanced postgraduate diploma in clear aligner therapy and aligner mastery. We are so honoured to be interviewing Devinia today and being able to dive deeply into her interesting story. And therefore, without further ado, I present to you this episode. https://www.colgateprofessional.co.uk/ https://www.dentally.com/en-gb/

    1h 8m

  8. 08/08/2025

    Dr. Riaz Sharif: Orphan to Cosmetic Dentist - 12 Years of Resilience, Mental Health & Patience

    Wow, this was a special episode. We’re joined by Dr. Riaz Sharif, an amazing dentist who had a rollercoaster of a journey, fighting tooth and nail to overcome adversities to become the person he is today. A story of resilience, persistence and proof that your situation doesn’t dictate your future. Growing up as an orphan and falling into the wrong crowd, Riaz decided to make a radical change and pursue dentistry abroad. His journey was long, spending 12 years in university before finally qualifying as a dentist in the UK. Now, he’s a finalist in the Private Dentistry Awards and is fulfilling his lifelong dream of being a private dentist. There are lessons for everyone to take from Riaz’s story, without further ado let’s dive into the episode. https://www.uk.elsevierhealth.com/a-clinical-guide-to-advanced-minimum-intervention-restorative-dentistry-9780443109713.html https://www.colgateprofessional.co.uk/ https://www.dentally.com/en-gb/

    53 min
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Building bridges between industry leaders and dental students: an educational platform all about the non-clinical aspects of life as a Dentist.

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  • Creator
    Afeef Hadi, Faheem Mohammed
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    20
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Afeef Hadi, Faheem Mohammed
  • Show Website
    The Young Dentist