The Dental Head Start Podcast

The Dental Head Start Podcast


Latest Episodes

The Unseen Curriculum #4 – The Mental Game Behind Clinical Confidence with Dr Aneet Gill
November 04, 2025

Ever felt like you're not good enough to be treating patients? You're not alone. In this episode of The Unseen Curriculum, Michael Shambira sits down with Dr. Aneet Gill to unpack the mental challenge

Feature 98# – Uni life: Beyond the grades with Michael Shambira
October 28, 2025

Join Christina as she sits down with Michael Shambira, winner of the 2025 Australian Dental Graduate Award, for an intimate conversation about resilience, sacrifice, and success.

Dental Business Head Start #3 – What to look for when buyinh your first dental practice with Dr Jesse Green
October 20, 2025

Are you contemplating diving into practice ownership? Get ready to unlock the secrets of successful practice acquisition with our Dental Business Head Start series! Join Dr. David Keir and Dr. Jesse G

Most played episode series #3 – Perspective and the Importance of Life Outside of Dentistry with Dr Sahil Soni
October 14, 2025

Ever wondered what drives the most respected dentists to achieve excellence? Join us for an intimate conversation with Dr. Sahil Soni, the renowned DPR administrator and respected dental educator, as

Dental Mentoring Series #7 – A Day In The Life Of A Graduate
October 06, 2025

Ever wondered what your dental career will actually look like after graduation? The transition from dental school to private practice isn't just a new job - it's entering an entirely different world o

The Unseen Curriculum #3 – How Dental Routines Build Exceptional Careers with Dr Patrick Lam
September 29, 2025

Ever wondered how top cosmetic dentists achieve excellence? It's not just talent - it's routine. In this eye-opening episode of The Unseen Curriculum, host Michael Shambira sits down with Dr. Patrick

Dental Business Head Start #2 – How to Know When You’re Ready for Dental Practice Ownership with Dr Jesse Green
September 22, 2025

Ready to take the leap into dental practice ownership? This episode of the Dental Business Head Start focus series dives []

Dental Mentoring Series #6 – Beyond Basic Matrices: Elevating Your Restorative Game
September 15, 2025

Ever placed a filling only to discover a weak contact point or frustrating overhang? The secret to restorations that truly last lies in one critical skill: mastering your matrix technique. In this epi

Most played episode series #2 – Airway, Snoring and Sleep Apnoea with Dr David McIntosh
September 09, 2025

Imagine walking into your child's room to find a stranger choking your child. Fear, panic and an immediate response would be instant, of course with a heroic end and a safe child. However, it is commo

The Unseen Curriculum series #2: How to Lead When You Don’t Feel “Loud Enough” with Dr Zoe Watson
September 01, 2025

Ever wondered if you're "too quiet" to be an effective leader? Dr. Zoe Watson reveals how her gentle approach to leadership created more impact than the loudest voices in the room.