#245 Model Implantologist — Sumair Khan
Dental Leaders Podcast - Un pódcast de Prav Solanki & Payman Langroudi - Miercoles
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Implantologist and dental educator Sumair Khan recounts his journey from childhood to becoming a respected figure in implant dentistry—with a little help from an Airfix model aeroplane. The discussion delves into the crucial role of mentoring, leadership, and effective communication skills, providing a sense of guidance and support for young dental professionals. Sumair candidly discusses his experiences as an expert witness and his own clinical mistake story, provides advice for young dentists entering implantology, and reflects on work-life balance and burnout in the profession. Enjoy! In This Episode 00:01:20 - Backstory 00:03:55 - Dental school 00:06:00 - Early career 00:08:35 - Transition to implant dentistry 00:21:20 - Zero bone loss concept 00:24:35 - Restorative training at Eastman 00:26:50 - Suturing in implant surgery 00:29:25 - 3D thinking 00:31:30 - Teaching foundation dentists 00:35:00 - Medico-legal climate 00:38:00 - Blackbox thinking 00:51:35 - Meeting and working with Jaz Kish 00:54:40 - Advice for young dentists 00:59:50 - Work-life balance and burnout 01:04:00 - Leadership and communication 01:06:20 - Fantasy dinner party 01:09:00 - Last days and legacy 01:14:40 - Most rewarding clinical case About Sumair Khan Dr Sumair Khan is an implantologist, educator and owner of three dental practices. He holds an MSc in Implant Dentistry, a Diploma in Restorative Dentistry, and Postgraduate Certificates in Medical/Dental Education and Leadership Coaching and Mentoring. Sumair's teaching career includes roles as an Oral Surgery lecturer, Educational Supervisor, and Training Program Director. He has also served as Associate Dean for NHS Health Education England. He holds additional roles with Health Education England as a GDP appraiser and PLVE assessor, and serves as a clinical adviser and expert witness for the General Dental Council. Sumair has published in the British Dental Journal and BDA Indemnity Journal, and is co-authoring a textbook chapter on traumatised dentition restoration.
