Perspectives /by Fta

In this episode, Dr. Sorabh Patel (Principal Dentist and lead clinician at Dental Beauty Blackheath and Dental Beauty Lee) chats to hosts Chris and Andy about his journey becoming a dentist and practice owner. He discusses his childhood, the challenges faced by his family, the impact of his upbringing on his work ethic, and the pivotal moments that led him to choose dentistry as a career. He chats about his time at dental school and the motivations behind his decision to enter a partnership in practice ownership, emphasising the importance of real-world experience over formal education and his decision to partner in a dental practice. Finally, he reflects on the daily challenges of running a practice, the sacrifices he has made for success, and the lessons learned along the way.   Topics: - Can you set the scene for us and let us know what your childhood was like? - What did you see in these few weeks that made you want to join the profession? - Do we still have this early-stage opportunity for youngsters