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What drives a dentist to take the leap from associate to practice owner? For Dr. Zain Remy, it wasn't about financial rewards but something far more personal – the quest for clinical freedom and the ability to practice dentistry according to his own values.

This candid conversation takes you behind the glossy façade of practice ownership to reveal the messy, challenging, yet ultimately rewarding journey of a recent dental practice acquisition. Zain shares the pivotal moments that pushed him toward ownership: carrying a personal box of private materials between NHS patients, facing pressure to complete crown preparations in just 40 minutes, and feeling his passion for dentistry slipping away under corporate constraints.

With refreshing honesty, Zain details the unexpected hurdles that greeted him as a new owner – from discovering out-of-date stock dating back to 2006 that forced him to temporarily close the practice, to previous owners undermining his new pricing structure with patients. His strategy for navigating these challenges offers valuable insights for anyone considering practice ownership.

The discussion explores how social media became a crucial tool in Zain's transition, allowing him to build a personal brand that attracted aligned patients and created professional opportunities. His approach to TikTok, Facebook and Instagram provides practical guidance for dentists looking to establish their own digital presence.

Perhaps most valuable is Zain's reflection on the emotional journey of leadership – becoming what he calls the "emotional obelisk" for his team while managing his own anxieties about business performance. His perspective that "if you're not out of your comfort zone, you're doing something wrong" captures the growth mindset necessary for successful practice ownership.

Join the conversation with Dr. Zain Remy and discover why, despite all the challenges, he confidently affirms that taking control of his professional destiny was unquestionably worth it. Connect with Zain's supportive community of practice owners through his Facebook group "Diary of Dental Practice Owners" where weekly discussions provide ongoing support for current and aspiring principals.

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What if the key to transforming your dental practice profitability wasn't working harder, but working smarter? Dr. Amit Jilka's journey provides a masterclass in strategic dental business growth that any practice owner can learn from.

Starting with a modest single-surgery practice generating £300,000 annually in 2012, Dr. Jilka has built a remarkable dental enterprise now spanning 18 chairs across multiple locations, with a team of 35 clinicians completing over 550 implants and 400 orthodontic cases yearly. The transformation wasn't accidental, but methodically engineered through three critical pillars: exceptional Treatment Coordinators, comprehensively trained associates, and outstanding practice managers.

The revelation of properly implemented TCOs is perhaps most striking. Unlike the common misconception that TCOs are merely glorified receptionists, Dr. Jilka's TCOs conduct 30-45 minute appointments, performing scans, discussing financing, and comprehensive treatment options before patients even meet the dentist. This approach has dramatically increased both treatment plan acceptance rates (from 60% to 80% for implants) and overall treatment values.

What's particularly fascinating is Dr. Jilka's counterintuitive approach to personal clinical time. By reducing his own clinical hours to just half a day weekly and dedicating several days to mentoring associates instead, he initially took a personal income hit – but saw practice profitability soar. This powerful demonstration of working ON rather than IN the business highlights the leverage gained through systematic associate training and development.

The practice also employs distinct workflows for different treatment modalities, recognizing that implant and orthodontic patient journeys require different approaches to nurturing and conversion. Their structured follow-up protocol for high-value implant consultations exemplifies the attention to detail that drives their exceptional performance.

Whether you're struggling with case acceptance, associate productivity, or finding time to strategically grow your practice, Dr. Jilka's proven systems offer a roadmap to greater profitability without sacrificing clinical excellence or work-life balance. Ready to transform your dental practice from surviving to thriving? The blueprint is right here.

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What makes a dental practice financially resilient during uncertain times? Expert accountant Johnny Minford joins us to break down exactly how to protect both your income and long-term practice value.

We explore the difference between capital and income resilience—and why strong cash flow matters more than ever when inflation eats away at your savings. Johnny shares how smart appointment scheduling, strategic patient retention, and effective treatment invitations can stabilise your income without compromising care.

From associate pay structures to patient demographics, hygienist contracts to specialist referrals, this episode is packed with actionable insights. Discover how the right systems, culture, and strategy can keep your practice thriving—no matter the market.

Plus, UK dentists can now earn free verifiable CPD. Just click the link in the show notes after listening.

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