This week’s episode starts with a content warning: When brewing tea, Tej Mell pours the milk first.
It’s just one of many tidbits the Yorkshire-based dentist lets us in on in a wide-ranging conversation covering everything from managing and motivating teams to the appreciation of clockwork and watches.
Tej tells us about starting his journey into implant treatment and why the third time was a charm when it came to finding success as a practice owner.
He also lifts the lid on his decision to stand in the upcoming BDA elections.
Enjoy!
“Why dentistry? I’ll be honest with you
02.27 - Backstory
05.48 - Superpowers
07.01 - First job, first boss, first practice
09.25 - Selling up
17.20 - Lessons learned
19.12 - Practice number two
23.35 - Third time lucky
26.51 - Time, peace and limitations
27.46 - Starting with implants
35.39 - Advice for new practice owners
41.41 - Firing
45.32 - Career progression, bonuses and motivation
53.28 - BDA elections and the future of NHS dentistry
01.04.20 - Watches
01.11.18 - Tea
01.12.30 - Last days, legacy and dinner guests
Dr Tej Mellachervu (Mell) graduated from Leeds University in 2001 and went into practice around Yorkshire before purchasing and selling two practices. He is now the principal dentist and owner of Crigglestone Dental Care in Wakefield, Yorkshire.
