In this exciting episode of Two Reds Are Better Than One, Chris Barrow and Ashley Latter share their personal and professional aspirations for 2025 within the dental industry. From digital workflows and AI to personal communication mastery, this conversation is packed with insights to help dental professionals navigate the evolving landscape with confidence and agility.

Key Takeaways:

• Digital Dentistry Advancements:Chris and Ashley highlight the game-changing impact of intraoral scanning, treatment planning software, and 3D printing. AI is poised to revolutionise all areas of dental operations, making this an exciting time for forward-thinking practices.

• Adapting to Change:The importance of staying agile and innovative cannot be overstated. Chris encourages listeners to “fail fast” and adapt quickly to market trends and new technologies, creating resilience regardless of external economic conditions.

• Personal Communication is Key:Despite rapid technological advancements, Ashley and Chris agree that empathetic, face-to-face communication remains vital. Delivering a high-quality personal service can still set a practice apart—Ashley’s new book focuses on this very topic.

Ashley is thrilled to announce that his new book, The Eight Steps to a Perfect Consultation, is 95% complete and scheduled for release in spring 2025. This updated work will guide dentists in conducting exceptional consultations, helping more patients say "yes" to their treatment plans and enabling practices to deliver outstanding care.

Ashley shares his excitement about his upcoming speaking engagements in California (May) and Australia (March). He’s also looking forward to a potential visit to the stunning Yosemite National Park.

What are you looking forward to in 2025? Chris and Ashley invite you to share your goals and aspirations by emailing us.

• Don’t buy into the economic doom and gloom

• Stay innovative and embrace change

• Be agile and willing to fail in the pursuit of success

• Keep an eye out for Ashley’s book release and invest in your consultation skills!

If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe to Two Reds Are Better Than One and share it with your network. Let’s continue the conversation on how to make 2025 a remarkable year for dentistry!

Today we’re thrilled to introduce you to Amber Aplin, owner of "The Gentle Touch" dental practice in Kelso, Scotland. Amber’s journey is anything but ordinary—born in Australia, raised in the UK, and spending 16 years in Army dentistry before carving out her niche as a practice owner. Her story is one of transformation, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to excellence.

In this episode, Amber shares:

Her Unique Career Path: From growing up in a military family to studying at Newcastle University and thriving in Army dentistry, Amber’s experiences have shaped her philosophy and leadership style.

The Gentle Touch Philosophy: Discover how her practice focuses on patient experience, a "gentle" approach, and a culture of shared values that keeps her team motivated and thriving—think high standards, consistent branding, and even team trips abroad!

Innovative Dentistry: Amber is a pioneer in biomimetic dentistry, offering longer appointment times for tooth preservation and patient-focused in-house finance options that make advanced care accessible.

Future-Focused Growth: Hear about her plans to expand the practice, take on mentorship opportunities, and embrace a balanced lifestyle as she transitions to fewer clinical days.

If you’re curious about how to combine cutting-edge techniques with a personal touch—or you’re looking for inspiration to elevate your own practice—this episode is for you.

Anushika Brogan is the owner of Damira Dental Group. After graduating from Kings, Anushika was destined to be an entrepreneur. She quickly purchased her first dental practice in 2003, and Damira was born. Since then, she has expanded the group to 42 locations throughout the UK, including brand new practices specialising in facial aesthetics. She is also the only female CEO of a dental corporate in the UK.

You might think that managing a thriving Dental group would keep her busy, especially since she operates without a COO or CFO. However, Anushika still finds time to do a full day of dentistry every week. In this podcast, she shares why she prioritises this and why it's so important to her.

In this episode of "Two Reds are Better than One," you will discover:

• How Anushika achieves fantastic balance in her life and the role discipline plays in it

• How she maintains a strict fitness regime that will inspire you—hint: she wakes up at 4:30 am every weekday

• The lessons she learned from a messy divorce and a four-year battle in the High Court to save her business

• Why being hands-on in the business and knowing what's going on is crucial

• Her steely attitude and her life philosophy, "If you can do it, so can I"

• Her tips on recruitment and how she manages associates