#313 Oral Health at Home and Abroad with Dr. Sugz Maha

The Business of Healthcare Podcast with Tara Humphrey

In this week's episode, Tara interviews Dr Sugz Maha, a general dentist practicing in Hertfordshire. They discuss the importance of oral health, the business aspects of dentistry, and the challenges faced by both dentists and patients.

Dr. Sugz Maha emphasises the need for trust and ethical practices in dentistry, as well as the importance of prevention and good oral hygiene. They also touch on the affordability of dental care and the potential for closer collaboration between dentists and general practitioners.

Key takeaways from this week's episode:

• Tooth decay is the most prevalent disease in the world and is entirely preventable with good oral hygiene.
• Patients considering dental tourism should be cautious and thoroughly research the qualifications and reputation of the dentist or clinic.
• Maintaining good oral hygiene at home is crucial.
• There should be closer collaboration between dentists and general practitioners to improve overall healthcare outcomes.
• Parents play a crucial role in instilling good oral hygiene habits in children by setting a positive example.
• Patients should prioritise stable oral health before considering cosmetic treatments and trust their instincts when it comes to treatment recommendations.

Dr. Sugz Maha can be reached on Instagram @drmaha.dental for dental-related inquiries and on LinkedIn @drsugzmaha for marketing-related inquiries.

Work with THC Primary Care

I’m Tara Humphrey and I’m the founder of THC Primary Care, a leading healthcare consultancy. I provide project and network management to Primary Care Networks and consulting support to clinical leads.

To date, I’ve worked with 11 Training Hubs and supported over 120 Primary Care Networks and 3 GP Federations.  I understand and appreciate the complexity of healthcare and what it takes to deliver projects across multiple practices.

I have over 20 years of project management and business development experience across the private and public sector and have an MBA in Leadership and Management in Healthcare. I’m also published in the London Journal of Primary Care and the author of over 250 blogs.

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