The Sports Dentistry Podcast

🎙️ Episode 53 of  The Sports Dentistry Podcast  is live!  🇨🇦  Introducing Jan Chithalen, current president of the Academy for Sports Dentistry (ASD) 🍁 Jan shares his journey into sports dentistry, the importance of grassroots involvement, and how digital technology is transforming the field  🤝 Discover how collaboration, education, and passion are driving growth in sports dentistry worldwide. 👍...

 Laura Keats  🎙️ Episode 52 of  The Sports Dentistry Podcast  is live!  🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿  Introducing Laura Keats who shares her unique journey from zoology and rugby to becoming a World Cup-winning athlete and a dentist. Discover how her diverse experiences shaped her path and the lessons learned along the way 🏆 We'll dive into Laura's unique trajectory from an aspiring veterinarian to a World Cup-winni...

🎙️ Episode 51 of  The Sports Dentistry Podcast  is live!  🇮🇹  Introducing Flavia Del Grosso, member of the Italian Academy of Sports Medicine and Dentistry (IASMeD) 🏊 We discuss her journey and insights on athlete oral health, the impact of water quality on swimmers, and the future of sports dentistry in Italy and globally  🏅Flavia highlights the importance of a collaborative approach in sports...

🎙️ Episode 50 of  The Sports Dentistry Podcast  is live!  🇮🇪🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 In this episode, John and Umair reflect on their journey with the Sports Dentistry Podcast, discussing recent events, upcoming plans, and the growth of sports dentistry worldwide. They share insights on organizing live events, building international networks, and the importance of collaboration in sports health. 👍 Don’t forget t...

🎙️ Episode 49 of  The Sports Dentistry Podcast  is live!  🇺🇸 Introducing Adam Bartsch, Chief Science Officer at Prevent Biometrics  🏅 Adam shares the evolution of instrumented mouthguards, from its initial concept into cutting-edge head impact monitoring technology used by World Rugby and other sports ⭐️ Discover the technological challenges, breakthroughs, and future potential of mouthguard sen...

🇦🇪 AEEDC Stories x TSDP 🎙️ This interview is brought to you by AEEDC Stories in partnership with The Sports Dentistry Podcast 🌍 Introducing Bridgid from GC. She discusses her experiences at AEEDC over the years and how GC encourage the visitors to test, learn new techniques, and leave with confidence in their products. 👍 Don’t forget to like, share and leave a 5 ⭐️ review so we can continue to ...

🇦🇪 AEEDC Stories x TSDP 🎙️ This interview is brought to you by AEEDC Stories in partnership with The Sports Dentistry Podcast 🇦🇺 Introducing Dr Chris Farrell from MyoBrace (Myofunctional Research Company) who discusses myofunctional therapy and it’s role in orthodontics and sleep dentistry. By understanding this approach, it can ensure child renreceive the best possible care, leading to healthier...

🎙️ Episode 48 of  The Sports Dentistry Podcast  is live!  🇦🇺 Introducing Joanne Wansa, official dentist to the NRL team, Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs 🏉  Joanne is a leading sports dentist known for her work with athletes in various sports, particularly rugby league. She hares her journey from dentistry to sports dentistry, her work with rugby and football teams, and insights into the importance...

🎙️ Episode 47 of  The Sports Dentistry Podcast  is live!  🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Introducing David Sutherland, principal dentist and owner of Calderwood Dental Practice and Semi Professional Rugby Referee  🦷  David  shares his unique journey balancing a career in dentistry with his passion for rugby refereeing 👏 Discover insights into sports injuries, concussion awareness, and the parallels between managing p...

🎙️ Episode 46 of  The Sports Dentistry Podcast  is live!  🇿🇦 Introducing Adnill Kock, Dentist with Special Interest in Endodontics and SASDA committee member  🔬 Adnill shares his journey into dentistry, highlighting his transition from general practice to having a special interest in endodontics and sports dentistry 👏 He emphasises the need for collaborative care in Sports Dentistry and envision...

🎙️ Episode 45 of  The Sports Dentistry Podcast  is live!  🇵🇾 Introducing Christian Cardozo, President of Paraguay Sports Dentistry Association  🏃‍♂️ Christian shares his journey from a young athlete in Paraguay to the founder of a dental clinic at Cerro Porteño 👏 He highlights the importance of teamwork, the use of technology in tracking player health, and his commitment to expanding Sports Dent...

🎙️ Episode 44 of  The Sports Dentistry Podcast  is live!  🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 Introducing Anni Seaborne, Head of General Dentistry at BUPA Dental Care and the first women with a Masters (MSc) in Sports Dentistry 🥍 Anni shares her journey from a sports enthusiast to a sports dentist and the role that injury played in her career path 🏅 We discuss her role within BUPA and what this partnership looks like with...

🇦🇪 AEEDC Stories x TSDP 🎙️ This interview is brought to you by AEEDC Stories in partnership with The Sports Dentistry Podcast 🏃‍♂️Introducing Holgar from SprintRay who discusses its latest dental 3D printing innovations, reinforcing its position as one of the global leader dedicated exclusively to dentistry 👍 Don’t forget to like, share and leave a 5 ⭐️ review so we can continue to attract the ...

🎙️ Episode 43 of  The Sports Dentistry Podcast  is live!  🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 Introducing Ian Needleman, Professor of Periodontology and Evidence Informed Dentistry at UCL Eastman (London)  📈 He discusses the evolution of his career, the importance of experience in clinical practice, and the challenges faced in conducting research at the Olympic Games. 🦷 We discuss the challenges and opportunities in Sport...

🇦🇪 AEEDC Stories x TSDP 🎙️ This interview is brought to you by AEEDC Stories in partnership with The Sports Dentistry Podcast 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Introducing Professor Grant McIntyre from the Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh (RCS Edi) who discusses what post graduate programmes are available both in person and online, providing a hybrid learning experience. 👍 Don’t forget to like, share and leave a 5 ⭐️...

🎙️ Episode 42 of  The Sports Dentistry Podcast  is live!  🧑🏻‍💻 Introducing David Westgarth, Associate Editor of BDJ Portfolio, Editor of BDJ in Practice and BDJ Student ✍️ David, who has a background in journalism rather than dentistry, passionately discusses the intersection of sports and oral health 🦷 We discuss the challenges and opportunities in Sports Dentistry and why preventative care i...

🇦🇪 AEEDC Stories x TSDP 🎙️ This interview is brought to you by AEEDC Stories in partnership with The Sports Dentistry Podcast 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 Introducing Reza from the University of Manchester who discusses what programmes are available at Manchester, the attraction of studying in Manchester and the courses that are available 👍 Don’t forget to like, share and leave a 5 ⭐️ review so we can continue to a...

🎙️ Episode 41 of  The Sports Dentistry Podcast  is live!  🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Introducing George Munsey, Scotland International Cricketer and was recently named in Wisden’s 2025 Men’s ODI team of the year    🏏 George shares his journey from receiving a golf scholarship at one of Scotland’s elite schools but choosing a different career path in the form of cricket 🦷 We discuss the importance of oral health i...

🇦🇪 AEEDC Stories x TSDP 🎙️ This interview is brought to you by AEEDC Stories in partnership with The Sports Dentistry Podcast 🗽 Introducing Eddie from NYU Dentistry who discusses what programmes are available at NYU, the attraction of studying in Manhattan and the relationship that has developed with having a trade stand at AEEDC Dubai 👍 Don’t forget to like, share and leave a 5 ⭐️ review so we...

🎙️ Episode 40 of  The Sports Dentistry Podcast  is live!  🇦🇪 Introducing Neil Mitchell, co founder of Dubai Sports Dentistry, developed by Park Avenue Dental Clinic   🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 Neil shares his journey from working in England to settling in Dubai 🤝 We discuss the importance of oral health in athletes and how Dubai has become a hub for sporting stars to train and compete all year round 👍 Don’t forg...

🎙️ Episode 39 of  The Sports Dentistry Podcast  is live!   🇿🇦 Introducing Nadine Roos, South Africa Women’s Rugby player of the year in 2022 and 2024 🏉Nadine shares her journey in to what it takes to succeed at the highest level. 🤝 She discusses what it means to captain the Springboks and the pressures that go with it 🦷 We discuss the incentives behind undergoing active dental treatment whilst...

🎙️ Episode 38 of  The Sports Dentistry Podcast  is live!   🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Introducing Dr Andy Murray, CMO of European Tour Golf group which includes DP World Tour, Challenge Tour, Legends Tour, Ryder Cup Europe and much more 🏌Dr Andy shares his journey in to Sports Medicine, the importance of physical activity and his role as being CMP of European Tour Golf Group 🏃‍♂️ He highlights the role of nutritio...

🎙️ Episode 37 of  The Sports Dentistry Podcast  is live!  🚨 Announcement of the 3rd UK Sports Dentistry Conference date in July 2026  🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 Introducing Lisa Brocklesby, a recent graduate of the MSc Sports Dentistry Programme at UCL Eastman (London) 🥋 Lisa shares her journey from a karate enthusiast to a sports dentist, discussing her experiences with injuries, the importance of mouthguards, a...

🎙️ Episode 36 of  The Sports Dentistry Podcast  is live!  🇿🇦 Introducing the second part of our live interviews from the SASDA conference in Stellenbosch and Capetown in December 2025. ⭐️ Episode Includes; 👖 Special mention to My Name's Doddie Tartan Trousers including Lunch Time Day 1 recap ( https://www.myname5doddie.co.uk/ ) 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 Imogen Louise Johnson - First Dental Therapist in the World...

🎙️ Episode 35 of The Sports Dentistry Podcast is live!  🇿🇦 Introducing the first part of our live interviews from the SASDA conference in Stellenbosch and Capetown in December 2025. ⭐️ Episode Includes; Bhavik Ganda - South Africa Sports Dentistry Association Janesh Ganda - South Africa Sports Medicine and Dentistry Association Jean Van Lierop - Restorative and Aesthetic Sports Dentist, Capetown...