Communicating with Confidence for Dental Hygienists and Therapists (SOWEB240926)

Speaker Bio 

Dr Nehal Doshi is a mentor, dentist and podcaster. She

assists aspiring dentists and dental hygiene therapists,

both nationally and internationally, secure a place at

University. She works in general practice and is an

Educational Supervisor. She co hosts the ‘Roots and

Resilience’ podcast with her sister Dr Tejal Doshi where

they speak to inspiring dental professionals amongst

others sharing stories of resilience.

She has completed MFDS, passed her PgCert in Dental

Education and has a PgCert in Advanced Operative Aesthetic & Restorative Dentistry.

She currently works closely alongside a hygienist and therapist whilst being a co-trainer for the foundation dentist. Having developed her own communication skills, she now speaks both nationally and internationally. She has previously spoken at the Dentistry Show in Birmingham and London and lectures to foundation dentists.

Dental Hygienists and Therapists 

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To build the confidence of dental hygienists and therapists in their communication skills, enabling them to interact effectively with patients, colleagues, and the wider dental team.

To develop practical communication techniques that enhance clarity, rapport, and patient engagement

To improve confidence in managing a range of clinical conversations, including challenging or sensitive situations.

To strengthen the ability to tailor communication styles to meet the needs of different patients and team members.

Improve their chairside communication building stronger rapport with patients

Become more confident handling difficult conversations

Adapt their communication style to suit different patients