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Welcome to Brace Yourself – a podcast series created by the Australian Dental Students Association (ADSA) aimed at helping you learn all about life in Dentistry and Oral Health – and how to kill it. Whether you are a dental student, applying to dental school or already a practicing dentist, Brace Yourself for a whole lotta talk about teeth! Hosted by Dalena Ly, Wen Phua, Zi Wei Luu and Catherine Zhou (the 2023 ADSA Publications team), along with representatives from all the Dental schools across Australia.
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May 30, 2023
S4E3 - An special look into Special Needs Dentistry
ADSA’s May episode for our podcast ‘Brace Yourself’ is finally out - tune in now to listen to "A special look into Special Needs Dentistry” Prepare to embark on an inspiring podcast episode as we delve into the multifaceted world of Dr. Trudy Lin. In this captivating conversation, Serine Lee (second-year dental student) explores Trudy's transformation from a dentist to a trailblazing leadership coach, a passionate advocate, and a catalyst for positive change in oral healthcare. Check out Dr Trudy Lin’s advocacy website ([https://trudysmile.net](https://trudysmile.net/)), as she brings visibility to the barriers faced by patients and dental professionals, amplifying their voices and championing their rights. Her dedication to creating equitable access to oral healthcare highlights her unwavering belief that age is not a limiting factor in making a positive impact. Trudy stands as an advocate and beacon of hope for those who cannot speak up for themselves, breaking down barriers and transforming lives. Get ready to be inspired and empowered as they share strategies for embracing growth, leading with purpose and be equipped to unlock your true potential into shaping a brighter future in dentistry.
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Apr 30, 2023
S4E2 - A Good Look into Cosmetics Dentistry
Welcome back to our second episode of this season, where we join Catherine Zhou (UWA) as she interviews Michelle Haddad- an entrepreneur, educator, and our muse! She uncovers how she challenged the status quo as she founded her whitening business through COVID and became a new mother of three.
For those interested in teeth whitening, Michelle briefly describes how the process and mechanism works, and discusses what she learns through experience! Additionally, being an educator at the University of Melbourne, she imparts consoling advice to her students and encourages curiosity and passion.
Feel free to check out Michelle Haddad on her socials: Website: https://dentamap.com.au/ IG: @dentamapaus
This episode is proudly sponsored via Dental Protection. As mentioned in the episode, visit the link below to register for the inaugural Spotlight on Risk Dental Conference on Saturday the 27th of May. A reminder that this is a 2-hour online conference, featuring a variety of topics such as artificial intelligence, social media, and more, and is free for all dental professionals and students.
Link: https://mps.eventsair.com/2023-australia-and-new-zealand-dental-conference-registration/regoemailsig/Site/Register
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Mar 30, 2023
S4E1 - Dental School- Is it worth it?
Welcome to the debut episode of Season 4! This episode features a light-hearted yet vulnerable conversation between two friends who spent high school together, and stayed friends even after moving away for separate universities! The intracacies of dental school are often misunderstood and unknown so whether you are a fresh dental student away from home, or if you are curious about what ADSA has to offer, this is for you! In this episode, John Do (LTU 5th Yr), the renowned ADSA president of 2022, and Brendan Phan, (3rd Yr UoAdelaide) 2022 ADSA representative, generously offer tips for dental and oral health students going into dental school! John and Brendan dive into the glories and atrocities of getting into dental school and discuss how their lifestyles have changed since moving away from home, the anxieties faced when in clinic, seeing patients and funny stories that comes with it! Check out the episode on the Brace Yourself Podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcasts!
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Feb 28, 2023
Season 4 - Pilot Episode
Welcome to the 4th season of Brace Yourself! Dalena Ly, Catherine Zhou, Zi Wei Luu, and Wen Phua from our wonderful publications team this year summarises what to expect in this season. We have dental specialists, students, and unique organisations, who will further your understanding of your dental and oral health pathways!
Our vision is to unite students and professionals in the field of dentistry to provide maximal care to our patients. We will also be keeping up with cutting edge dentistry news and stories, and demystifying life in the dental field! Episodes are released on the last day of every month, so keep an eye out for our social media posts and keep your notifications on. Stay tuned - especially as your hosts will be dental and oral health students who might be at the same university as you!
Any feedback or questions are highly welcome! We're always keen to hear about your ideas and suggestions so feel free to contact us through any of our social media platforms. Find us on Facebook or Instagram (@Ausdsa) or on our website: www.adsa.org.au
We’d like to thank our past and present committee members, and hope to continue this blooming legacy of amazing podcast episodes.
So Brace Yourself, and get ready for a year of exciting podcasts! You won't want to miss anything!
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Jan 22, 2023
S3E15 – Pathways to specialisations: Periodontics
For the last episode of season 3, we have the final specialty for our mini-series: periodontics!
Undergoing his final year of periodontics training, Dr. Andrew Liaw offers the perspective of a post graduate student with Rachel. His experiences and advice for those considering the pathway of specialising is invaluable, including practical advice such as how to choose the perfect university for your studies. Don’t miss out on this special podcast and make sure you absorb as much information as you can!
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Jan 17, 2023
S3E14 – Pathways to specialisations: Orthodontics
Thank you to Single Use Dental Instruments for sponsoring today’s Brace Yourself episode. Visit www.singleusedentalinstruments.com for more information on how their products can help streamline your clinical infection control process.
As a podcast series titled “Brace Yourself”, it was about time we talked about braces! You guessed it- our specialisation for this week’s podcast is Orthodontics.
Hosted by Aws and Gabi, Dr. Alison Sahhar tells the story of how she knew the orthodontics was the specialisation for her. Having done her DCD in Melbourne, Dr. Sahhar’s pathway is highly insightful for students wanting to specialise locally in Australia. Sharing some valuable recommendation to those considering orthodontic training, Dr. Sahhar also explains what the RACDS exams are and how to ensure you’re best prepared for them. Make sure to brace yourself for all the tips and listen along to this episode on orthodontics.
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Jan 4, 2023
S3E13 – Pathways to specialisations: Endodontics
Thank you to Single Use Dental Instruments for sponsoring today’s Brace Yourself episode. Visit www.singleusedentalinstruments.com for more information on how their products can help streamline your clinical infection control process.
Welcome back to a new year with new podcasts! As we’re nearing the end of our specialisation series, we have a few more podcasts coming to tie up season 3. In this episode we’re going back to the roots of dentistry… Endodontics!
This week, Dr. Omar Ikram has kindly joined us to share with us his specialisation journey. With Nicole and James, Dr. Omar discusses what sparked his interest for endodontics and how he pursed his pathway. Completing his specialty training internationally, Dr. Ikram’s story has lots we can all learn from. His passion for endodontics has since continued to grow which even led to the development of his app and research. Join us this week to find out more about endodontics!
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Dec 21, 2022
S3E12 - Pathways to specialisations: Oral Medicine
Thank you to Single Use Dental Instruments for sponsoring today’s Brace Yourself episode. Visit www.singleusedentalinstruments.com for more information on how their products can help streamline your clinical infection control process.
The next specialty we will be covering on our series is oral medicine! Though a theory heavy specialty, Dr. Amanda Phoon Nguyen talks about her love for oral medicine and how practical the subject can be. With the ability to diagnose and understand a plethora of different conditions and disease, oral medicine might be the specialty for you.
Accompanied by Shirley and Ian, Dr. Nguyen shares amazing practical advice on things to consider before choosing a specialty. Including snippets of her own story, Dr. Nguyen imparts many important lessons she learnt, all which are very useful for anyone pursing oral medicine. Listen in to find out more about how to specialise in oral medicine!
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Nov 29, 2022
S3E11 – Pathways to specialisations: OMFS
Have you ever thought about what’s next after dentistry? Loved the practical and surgical side of your coursework? Chances are, you’ve considered becoming an OMFS! With an incredible combined skillset of a dentist and medical doctor, Dr. Sophia Richardson joins us on this week’s episode of Brace yourself to tell us more about what OMFS do.
Alongside Tiger and Kevin, Dr. Richardson shares the ups and downs of her journey to becoming an OMFS. From information about pathways to her own personal reflections, the topics discussed in this episode are invaluable and empowering. So, join us on the podcast to learn more about everything related to OMFS!
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Nov 13, 2022
S3E10 - What's next after oral health?
Thank you to Single Use Dental Instruments for sponsoring today’s Brace Yourself episode. Visit www.singleusedentalinstruments.com for more information on how their products can help streamline your clinical infection control process.
As exam season is nearly over, we’re getting ready to celebrate our graduating cohort’s achievements! With this chapter of their careers coming to an end, it’s exciting to see where the rest of their lives will take them. But what opportunities are out there in the big world and what can we do with our degrees?
As Moe and Jem finish up their bachelor of oral health journey, they seek the advice of their course coordinator Dr. Melanie. Their meaningful conversation covers a range of diverse pathways available for oral health therapists, with opportunities in both clinical and non-clinical settings. Make sure you tune in to find out what roles are out there ready for you to grasp so you can get the most fulfilment in what you do!
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Oct 26, 2022
S3E9 - Indigenous Oral Health
With the Indigenous population of Australia facing many barriers in healthcare, oral health is not an outlier. As disparity is faced within our First Nations communities, it is important for us as current and future clinicians to understand how we can close the gap.
In this week’s episode, our guest speak Brianna Poirier expands on her background and current research in Indigenous oral health. Alongside Raeesha and Laya, Brianna explains her research including topics like methodology and where the shift in researching is leading, segueing into the implications it has for the future. This podcast consists of core messages that we as a collective must educate ourselves on and is a highly recommended listen.
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Sep 6, 2022
S3E8 - How did your childhood influence your oral microbiome today?
Thank you to Single Use Dental Instruments for sponsoring today’s Brace Yourself episode. Visit www.singleusedentalinstruments.com for more information on how their products can help streamline your clinical infection control process.
With over 700 different species of bacteria all living in the mouth, oral microbiomes are very complex. This lively and diverse microbiome has taken time to develop since our first days, but how does our surroundings play a part? Presenting her research on how early life environments influence the oral microbiome and determine oral health outcomes, Dr Christina Adler elaborates on her findings alongside Evelyn and Ian.
Touching on the relationship between our environment and microbiome, Dr Alder also discusses the oral health outcomes that are related and the importance of oral hygiene. The trio even delve into a small conversation surrounding research methods and interesting ways to approach difficult questions. This episode is a great listen to un…
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Aug 9, 2022
S3E7 - How can balloon art inflate your practice? Work after grad.
Thank you to Single Use Dental Instruments for sponsoring today’s Brace Yourself episode. Visit www.singleusedentalinstruments.com for more information on how their products can help streamline your clinical infection control process.
Balloon art? Dentistry? There can’t be any possible correlations right…? Well in this week’s episode, Dr. Choi, Julia and Kanisha prove otherwise.
Sharing on the career pathway he took after university, Dr. Choi talks about how he found his job along with some interesting stories! Including topics such as CPDs and work environments, Dr. Choi also gives his best tips for graduates starting work. With his words of wisdom, there are many things this podcast offers for dental students and near graduates to ponder on and take into consideration.
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Jul 19, 2022
S3E6 - Introducing... ADAVB!
Thank you to Single Use Dental Instruments for sponsoring today’s Brace Yourself episode. Visit www.singleusedentalinstruments.com for more information on how their products can help streamline your clinical infection control process.
With so many different dental associations across Australia, ADSA is here to help you become more familiar with them. To check one off this list, we will be getting to know more about ADAVB in this week’s podcast.
With Alex and Mili steering the conversation, Dr. Matthew Hopcraft introduces us to ADAVB and what their association is about. Their lively discussion includes information on how ADAVB provide services and support for practitioners and students, as well as ADAVB’s goals and missions. For dental students of all year levels, this podcast is perfect for you to find out more about how ADAVB can help you in your career.
To find out more about ADAVB , listen to our newest episode of Brace Yourself.
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Jul 5, 2022
S3E5 - How the COVID-19 Pandemic has impacted Dental Students
As COVID-19 has affected students worldwide, it has inevitably impacted dental students as well. But in what ways has it hinder or enhanced students’ learning? And with what proof?
Luckily, Professor Miletic has the answer to these question and shares insight into her research on this specific topic. Alongside Jim Rae and Pauline Wong, the trio talk about Miletic’s findings and how the pandemic altered students’ self-perceived performance and confidence. The result are highly relevant to dental and oral health students, as the gaps identified can be addressed in the near future.
Listen to this week’s podcast and see if the research resonates with your personal experiences.
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Jun 14, 2022
S3E4 - Ambience face shields and the importance of PPE
What if we told you that you could attain a fourth line of defense for your body? Believe it or not, you can! With the advancement of technology, PPE are constantly evolving and improving. Joined with Amanda & Brendan Szeto, Jacob Davis, Jim Rae chats all things PPE. With a focus on Ambience Face Shields, the group talks about how PPE plays a big role in the future of clinical practice for students. The 3 dental students have a lively conversation on dental school and how face shields play a big part in clinics, drawing from their personal anecdotes and experiences using the ambience face shields.
The team at Ambience face shields has kindly provided a 15% discount for our listeners. Simply apply the code “ADSA15” at checkout and try out their renowned face shields. (valid from 15-29th of June)
To find out more about Ambience face shields, head to https://ambienceppe.com/collections/products
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May 3, 2022
S3E3 - Starting your own clinic as an OHT
Ever wonder what it’s running your own clinic as an Oral Health Therapist (OHT)? Well wonder no further! This month’s episode of Brace Yourself will cover what it’s like to start up your own clinic. As the role of OHTs continues to broaden, practitioners are beginning to find their autonomy in their own practices.
As Beth Irvin proves that it’s possible, she recounts what it was like founding her own clinic. Talking about the logistics, patients and services, Beth covers many interesting topics that aren’t regularly covered. A role model to all OHTs and Dental practitioners, Beth’s journey is one that will pave the way for future clinicians.
To find more of Beth's work head to https://thesmilestudio.com.au/ or check out her Instagram @thesmilestudio.bairnsdale
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Apr 5, 2022
S3E2 - Great Dental Websites
What’s something always starts with the same 3 consonants, but ends with 3 different letters? Something that we access everyday, but can’t physically touch? A website! This month’s episode of Brace Yourself explores the interesting world of Dental Websites! With the society shifting towards embracing technology to our everyday lives, websites are a crucial media that is often overlooked by practitioners.
Sharing his expertise, Mr. Gladnick speaks on the evolution of websites and their role in the dental field. From website red flags to why websites are important, Mr. Gladnick draws from his past experiences to enlighten us with a fresh outlook on websites. Relevant to all of us living in the 21st century, this podcast will be sure to teach you something new.
To find out more, head to www.greatdentalwebsites.com.au
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Mar 1, 2022
S3E1 - Exploring research pathways for oral health students
Have you ever had a question that piqued your curiosity? One that you couldn’t answer with a research article from Google scholar or PubMed? Well, you’re in luck. In this week’s episode, Boon Lee, joins with Dr. Roisin McGrath from the University of Melbourne, to discuss research pathways after graduation.
Covering her own experiences as well as amazing advice, this episode is filled with invaluable information for students interested on embarking their own journey in research! Overall, research is something that all dental and oral health students should be familiar with, so sit back and enjoy as Dr. McGrath walks us through the world of research.
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Feb 9, 2022
Season 3 - Pilot Episode
Welcome back everyone to our 3rd season of Brace Yourself! To get the ball rolling, our publications team Emily, Audrey and Boon, gives us a short rundown on what to expect in our upcoming podcasts. With topics ranging from specialisation pathways in dentistry to discussing current and ongoing experiments with researchers, we’ve got some invaluable information coming your way.
Our goal this year is to provide our community of students with fun and fresh subjects related to dentistry and oral health. We hope that these podcasts are just as enjoyable for you to listen to as they are to make. Like previous seasons, our episodes will be live on the first Wednesday of each month so mark your calendars and never miss out. Our hosts include a variety of dental and oral health students from all over Australia, and they, alongside our featured guest speakers, will provide exciting new content.
Any feedback or questions are highly welcome! We’re always keen to hear about your ideas and sug…
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Jan 23, 2022
S2E6 - Common myths and beliefs behind oral hygiene practices
With oral hygiene playing a crucial role in disease prevention, preventative dentistry is at the forefront of our patient care, along with evidence based practice. Toothbrushing and interdental cleaning often have various beliefs and myths we hear from day to day conversation in our field.
In this episode, we are joined by Zainab Noor from La Trobe University, and Michelle Zhang from the University of Queensland, with a special guest, Dr Elizabeth Milford, a dentist and lecturer at the University of Melbourne and representative for Oral B, in the role of professional and academic relations consultant in Australia and New Zealand. Dr Milford will be discussing what the evidence suggests behind these common beliefs with answers to common questions we often cannot find a straightforward answer to without some thorough research.
Thank you all for tuning in to season 2 of Brace Yourself. It has been a fantastic year and we wish you all well for 2022!
Furqaan, Cherine and Peter
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Aug 4, 2021
S2E5 - The road from student to graduate dentist with Dr Jay Hsing
In this episode, Phillip Nguyen (DEN5, LTU), ADSA's Immediate Past President, along with Lachie Berry (DEN5, LTU) and Jake Templar (DEN5, LTU) have a chat about their time in final year and have an extensive discussion with our special guest for this episode, Dr Jay Hsing. Tune in as these three final year students from La Trobe ask Dr Jay some enticing questions related to student life, graduate life and his experiences so far.
A little about Dr Jay:
Dr Jay Hsing
BDSc (Hons I), FICD, FPFA
Dr Jay graduated with his dental degree from UQ in 2007 with First Class Honours. Since then, he has worked as a general dentist in private practice and also as a clinical supervisor at UQ’s Dental School.
Dr Jay also participates in dental volunteering including with Homeless Connect Australia and Tzu Chi International Medical Association. He has been volunteering with the latter, which runs free Dental Fairs for recently arrived refugees, ever since when he was still a dental student.
Dr…
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Jun 2, 2021
S2E4 - Patient management and communication
In this episode, Lisa Zhu, a 4th year dentistry student and the ADSA representative from the University of Queensland, is joined by An Tran (BDS5) and Sian Denton (BDS4) to discuss an area of dentistry which we all struggle with in our early clinic days, patient management and communication. Tune in to find out what they have learned from their experience so far and how to optimise patient centred care in situations you may not expect, including tips on how to maximise your communication and your approach to anxious or unhappy patients.
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May 5, 2021
S2E3 - Exam season in dental school
In this episode Cheree He, a 2nd year dental student and the ADSA representative from Griffith University, is joined by Jakob (DEN2, GUDSA academic committee) and Richie (DEN4, GUDSA President) on how to prepare for your upcoming exams, as well as general study advice which will no doubt benefit you. If you are new to the university exam scene, or are preparing for your final exams, these tips and reminders will definitely serve as a motivational reminder for all of us to try our best in the most smart and productive way possible.
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Apr 7, 2021
S2E2 - Student life on clinical placement
No doubt life in the clinics may be exciting yet daunting for all of us, as it is a new chapter of our university life in Dentistry and Oral Health. Join Laura Vu (BDS2), the ADSA representative from JCU, along with Sowmya Bolla (BDS4) and Lesley Daley (BDS5) as they discuss how they have found their clinical experience so far, what they wish they knew before entering the clinics and general tips for students in all year levels. Lesley shares how life at a rural placement has been an incredible and rewarding journey for her as a final student.
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Mar 2, 2021
S2E1 - Starting dental school
In this episode, Lilly Liu, a 2nd year DMD student from UWA, is joined by Ethan Lloyd (DMD3, UDSS President) and Pauline Wong (DMD3, UDSS Secretary) to discuss some key advice for all students wanting to make the most of their time at dental school, especially 1st year students. Many of us experience very similar challenges, whether it is learning new skills in preclinical or being overly consumed in study only, so our colleagues from UWA share their experiences and perspectives on how to live a well-balanced university life. No matter what year level you are in, there is no doubt you will relate to most, if not all of what they have discussed, as well as tips for your future or current clinical years.
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Feb 26, 2021
Season 2 - Pilot Episode
Welcome to season 2 of Brace Yourself! In this episode, Furqaan Ahmad and Cherine Lit from the publications team of ADSA's 2021 committee introduce us to what to look forward to in a brand new season of the Brace Yourself Podcast.
Our goal is to make your life in dentistry a tad bit easier by bringing you the fun, the hardships, the embarrassments and the educational experiences shared by your fellow peers and mentors across Australia. Episodes will be published on the first Wednesday of each month and lead by hosts from different dental universities across Australia – exciting! Massive thanks to Peter Ho (Publications Subcommittee and ADSA convenor) for the music and editing to ensure our podcasts sound amazing. We would LOVE to hear your questions and feedback in the google form posted on our social media platforms, so just look us up on Facebook/Instagram (@AusDSA) or on our website: www.adsa.org.au. Enjoy!
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Jul 7, 2020
S1E11 - ADSA Presidents - where are they now?
In this episode, our current ADSA President, Phillip, is joined by two past presidents, Emma and Dr Nicole to discuss their experiences as part of the ADSA committee and how it has opened doors of opportunity for them. They talk about their fondest ADSA memories as well as the challenges of being responsible for an entire association of dentistry and oral health students.
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Jun 30, 2020
S1E10 - Joining a university club – worth it or not?
Are you considering joining a university club? Perhaps thinking how it could impact your future in the dental industry? In this episode: we listen to Chloe Benedickter from Central Queensland University discuss with fellow classmates about their experiences at their oral health school in Rockhampton and she is joined by a graduate from CQU who has all the experience by being involved during her university years and how it has affected her job prospects since graduating from university. Tune in to listen to how this episode can motivate you to get involved and grow throughout your time at university to help you flourish into an inspiring dental professional in the future!
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Jun 22, 2020
S1E9 - Who you gonna call? (Dental) Mythbusters!
There are endless amounts of myths regarding health and Dentistry is no exception.
Myths are a stubborn thing and will be one of the prime factors of shaping a patient’s oral hygiene routine or habits. Though it may not seem like an immediate danger, it could be detrimental to one’s oral health in the long run. Thus, it is our jobs as future dentists to actively eliminate them and steer people to the right path.
To explore the common myths patients have regarding oral health, we will interview our fellow Griffith Dental student Afnaan Rahman and Chrishan Fernando. Afnaan has had years of clinical experience as an oral health therapist before entering dentistry and Chrishan, vice president of GUDSA (Griffith University Dental Student Association), is a senior dental student who is currently treating patients in the school clinic. Together they talk about their clinical experience and what common dental myths they dealt with when seeing patients. Furthermore, they debunk some of th…
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Jun 16, 2020
S1E8 - Hustling without burning out
The damned stresses of dental school are things we are all too familiar with – but does it have to be so bad?
In this episode, Michelle Zhang from the University of Queensland tackles the tough issues of stress and procrastination. She is joined by final year student William Jin and third year student Lisa Zhu, to give practical tips they’ve personally used to make it through each year in one piece. To top it off, UQ Alumni and past president Dr Amanda Lin shares her pearls of wisdom about adapting to life beyond graduation and what it’s like working in the public sector.
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Jun 9, 2020
S1E7 - RIP 2020 ADSA Convention
Have you been to an ADSA Convention before? If not, this is the episode for you as Tanisha, Rachel and Rand from Charles Stuart University talk about their experiences at the 2019 ADSA Convention in Adelaide! Tune in to get to know more about what it was like to explore a new city, meeting like-minded people from other dental schools and the array of workshops and lectures you’ll be exposed to!
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Jun 2, 2020
S1E6 - Brain foods and higher grades
In this episode, Eveline Dwyer from University of Sydney explores how food affects her daily life and whether she is making the right nutritional choices. She is joined by two fellow DMD students, Sandra Isaac and Alexandra Moir and a Masters of Nutrition and dietetics student, Victoria Andrews. They discuss how changes in food affect them emotionally, physically and academically. Tune in to hear their food experiences, words of wisdom and tips for all of us as current or future students!
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May 26, 2020
S1E5 - Placement – a collection of your favourite stories
Want to know how to make the most out of your clinical placements? In this episode, Arina Rawat from Melbourne University will seek advice and guidance from five very insightful and inspiring recent Unimelb dentistry graduates. They will be reflecting upon their dental school journeys, sharing their fondest memories, funny moments and the obstacles they’ve faced in clinic, along with tips for us all as current or future students. Featuring Dr. Ricky Hamami, Dr. Zeyad Hammad, Dr. Filomena Perri, Dr. Stephanie Ibrahim and Dr. Annesley Prasanna (Don’t forget to check out some of their amazing work on instagram @thesixdentist @zidentist @dr.stephib)
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May 19, 2020
S1E4 - #Social-Media-in-dentistry
In this episode, we explore the impact of social media and its role in the world of dentistry. Tune in as we discuss how our guests began their dental journey on instagram, the benefits and downfalls of social media in dentistry, and using social media to build your resume. Listen in for a special code somewhere in this episode to find out how you can win one of Dr. Gergis’ Tooth Legos! Simply share a screenshot of you listening to this episode on Spotify on your IG story, tag 3 friends, tag @ausdsa and @dr.billgergis, use #toothlego, and send us the special code to win!
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May 11, 2020
S1E3 - “How to run a dental school club” says the president
In this episode: We'll be discussing what it takes to run a dental school club! Tune in to find out! Yasmine from UWA will interview current and past UDSS (UWA dental students society) presidents to find out why they joined UDSS, how they run UDSS and why they think you should or shouldn’t follow in their footsteps. Make sure to not miss this once in a lifetime chance to learn from these past presidents!
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May 4, 2020
S1E2 - COVID-19 – ALL you need to know to survive this period
In this episode: We discuss the biggest health crisis of our generation. The novel coronavirus has forced many changes to the delivery of oral health education and care. Oral health and dental students Zohair and Pyper discuss their experience adjusting to the new normal. They also speak with special guest, Dr Anna Nguyen (@drannanguyen on instagram), about her experience practicing in such a confusing time. This episode also includes a sneak peak at the differences between studying at the tropical, rural James Cook University and the bustling, urban University of Sydney. Join us for a compelling discussion surrounding the impact of COVID-19 and how it will change the oral health profession forever.
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Apr 28, 2020
S1E1 - Dr Daniel Maryanovsky’s Journey – how to make the most out of student years and a sneak peek into life after graduation
In this episode: Natalie Tsang and Kylin Shi, both 3rd year Dental students, talk about what life is like studying Dentistry at La Trobe University in Bendigo. They also sit down with a very special guest - Dr Daniel Maryanovsky, an LTU graduate who has already been producing some fantastic dentistry content in the two years he's been out (don’t forget to check out his work @dentist.dan on instagram). In this exciting discussion, Daniel shares with us his highlights and regrets during his time at La Trobe, and gives us his perspective into what life after graduation looks like. He also answers some of the most common (yet unanswered) questions of all time - What to do first year out? How to find a job? The challenges? Do employers look at grades? Wanting to specialise? How to open your own private clinic? This episode is packed with great advice and actionable tips to help you get a head start in your dental career. So, do yourself a favour, listen along, and find out more!
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Apr 21, 2020
Season 1 - Pilot Episode
Welcome to Brace Yourself – a podcast series created by the Australian Dental Students Association (ADSA) for all the dental and oral health students out there! In this episode, our Publications Officer (Natalie Tsang) gives us a taster on what this series is all about, how it is structured, as well as what’s to come in future episodes. Our goal is to make your life in dentistry a tad bit easier by bringing you the fun, the hardships, the embarrassments and the educational experiences shared by your fellow peers and mentors across Australia. Episodes will be published every Wednesday and lead by hosts from different dental universities across Australia – exciting!
Massive thanks to Chris Wheate (The University of Adelaide) for being our sound guy and making the audios sound so amazing.
We would LOVE to hear your questions and feedback in the google form posted on our social media platforms, so just look us up on Facebook/Instagram (@AusDSA) or on our website: www.adsa.org.au.…
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