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IN-PERSON EVENT, hosted by the Oxford Section

What to expect

The aim of the event is to equip dentists and dental teams with the confidence, communication skills, and resilience needed to navigate challenging conversations, build trust with patients, and increase treatment acceptance. By focusing on both mindset and practical communication strategies, this course empowers dental professionals to overcome anxiety, improve patient engagement, and achieve greater success in their practice.

Timings

18:30 Registration and networking

18:45 Lecture - Jane Lelean

21:00 Ends

Learning objectives

  • Recognise and manage their own stress and anxiety in clinical settings
  • Develop resilience strategies to maintain confidence and composure in practice
  • Feel more confident
  • Apply effective communication techniques to build stronger relationships.

Development outcomes

A, B and D

Meet the speaker

Jane Lelean 250X250 Jane Lelean Dentist, Dental Business Coach and Trainer

Jane is a globally recognised dental business coach, trainer, and communication expert. With a background as a practising dentist and over 34 years of experience owning and managing a successful mixed dental practice, Jane understands first-hand the challenges of patient communication, treatment acceptance, and managing a busy practice. Since transitioning from practice ownership Jane has worked with hundreds of dentists and dental teams to improve their confidence, communication skills, and business success. She is the only dentist worldwide to hold accreditation as a Master Certified Coach with the International Coaching Federation, demonstrating her exceptional ability to facilitate transformational growth in her clients.

More information

We are looking for enthusiastic members to join the Oxford Section committee. A role on the committee is a great way to get involved in the BDA at a local level and to help provide and shape local educational and networking events. It’s also great to have on your CV!

A brief description of the different roles in a committee is available here

The Section has the support of the centrally-based Local Services team who are on hand to help and advise on any aspect of running the Section and planning events.

If interested, or for more information, please contact us at [email protected]

Holiday Inn Oxford

Peartree Roundabout, Woodstock Road, Oxford OX2 8JD

Parking: Parking charged at £6.00 per 24 hours

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Connect with us

Learn more about the South Mercia Branch and join the South Mercia Branch Facebook group.

Great opportunity to discuss real life events with dental colleagues.

Good location, easy to get to!

Very informative, in a relaxed style.