The Sports Dentistry Podcast

Podcast by John and Umair

The Sports Dentistry Podcast

Hosted by John and Umair, they will be diving deep into all things oral health and athletic performance, giving you exclusive insights, practical tips, and interviews with some of the top names in the sporting world 🦷💪 🥇 This is the first-ever podcast of its kind, bridging the gap between sports and dentistry. Whether you’re an athlete, coach, or just passionate about staying in peak condition, we’ve got you covered! Get ready for expert advice, behind-the-scenes stories, and everything you need to take your game to the next level 🏅

Latest episodes

09 July 2026

Episode 53 - Jan Chithalen

🎙️ Episode 53 of The Sports Dentistry Podcast is live!

🇨🇦 Introducing Jan Chithalen, current president of the Academy for Sports Dentistry (ASD)

🍁 Jan shares his journey into sports dentistry, the importance of grassroots involvement, and how digital technology is transforming the field

🤝 Discover how collaboration, education, and passion are driving growth in sports dentistry worldwide.

👍 Don’t forget to like, share and leave a 5 ⭐️ review so we can continue to attract the best guests

🎧 Listen and watch on;

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/52sLMpgviaANGdQprbgbV7

Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@TheSportsDentistryPodcast

Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-sports-dentistry-podcast/id1803479364

BDJ Sports Dentistry Themed Edition - https://www.nature.com/collections/bbhfijgidj

TICKETS

3RD UK Sports Dentistry Association Conference - https://www.sportsdentistryuk.com/

ANZ Sports Dentistry Association Conference - https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1977202662388?aff=oddtdtcreator

SPONSORS-

(Email: dental.clinical.support@philips.com)

Fuelled by ION8 https://www.ion8.co.uk/pages/ion8-sport

#SportsDentistry #canada #sportsdentist #academyforsportsdentistry

#oralhealthandsport

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30 June 2026

Episode 52 - Laura Keats

Laura Keats

🎙️ Episode 52 of The Sports Dentistry Podcast is live!

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 Introducing Laura Keats who shares her unique journey from zoology and rugby to becoming a World Cup-winning athlete and a dentist. Discover how her diverse experiences shaped her path and the lessons learned along the way

🏆 We'll dive into Laura's unique trajectory from an aspiring veterinarian to a World Cup-winning rugby player and now a successful dentist. Her journey is a testament to resilience, passion, and the importance of pursuing one's dreams

🦷 We also discuss a charity close to her heart, Dentaid, and the wonderful work they do in the community

👍 Don’t forget to like, share and leave a 5 ⭐️ review so we can continue to attract the best guests

🎧 Listen and watch on;

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/52sLMpgviaANGdQprbgbV7

Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@TheSportsDentistryPodcast

Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-sports-dentistry-podcast/id1803479364

BDJ Sports Dentistry Themed Edition - https://www.nature.com/collections/bbhfijgidj

TICKETS

3RD UK Sports Dentistry Association Conference - https://www.sportsdentistryuk.com/

ANZ Sports Dentistry Association Conference - https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1977202662388?aff=oddtdtcreator

SPONSORS-

(Email: dental.clinical.support@philips.com)

Fuelled by ION8 https://www.ion8.co.uk/pages/ion8-sport

#SportsDentistry #rugby #sportsdentist #champion

#oralhealthandsport

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23 June 2026

Episode 51 - Flavia Del Grosso

🎙️ Episode 51 of The Sports Dentistry Podcast is live!

🇮🇹 Introducing Flavia Del Grosso, member of the Italian Academy of Sports Medicine and Dentistry (IASMeD)

🏊 We discuss her journey and insights on athlete oral health, the impact of water quality on swimmers, and the future of sports dentistry in Italy and globally

🏅Flavia highlights the importance of a collaborative approach in sports dentistry

👍 Don’t forget to like, share and leave a 5 ⭐️ review so we can continue to attract the best guests

🎧 Listen and watch on;

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/52sLMpgviaANGdQprbgbV7

Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@TheSportsDentistryPodcast

Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-sports-dentistry-podcast/id1803479364

BDJ Sports Dentistry Themed Edition - https://www.nature.com/collections/bbhfijgidj

TICKETS

3RD UK Sports Dentistry Association Conference - https://www.sportsdentistryuk.com/

ANZ Sports Dentistry Association Conference - https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1977202662388?aff=oddtdtcreator

SPONSORS-

(Email: dental.clinical.support@philips.com)

Fuelled by ION8 https://www.ion8.co.uk/pages/ion8-sport

#SportsDentistry #italy #sportsdentist #swimming #oralhealthandsport

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16 June 2026

Episode 50 - John and Umair 50 Not Out*

🎙️ Episode 50 of The Sports Dentistry Podcast is live!

🇮🇪🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 In this episode, John and Umair reflect on their journey with the Sports Dentistry Podcast, discussing recent events, upcoming plans, and the growth of sports dentistry worldwide. They share insights on organizing live events, building international networks, and the importance of collaboration in sports health.

👍 Don’t forget to like, share and leave a 5 ⭐️ review so we can continue to attract the best guests

🎧 Listen and watch on;

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/52sLMpgviaANGdQprbgbV7

Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@TheSportsDentistryPodcast

Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-sports-dentistry-podcast/id1803479364

BDJ Sports Dentistry Themed Edition - https://www.nature.com/collections/bbhfijgidj

TICKETS

3RD UK Sports Dentistry Association Conference - https://www.sportsdentistryuk.com/

ANZ Sports Dentistry Association Conference - https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1977202662388?aff=oddtdtcreator

SPONSORS-

(Email: dental.clinical.support@philips.com)

Fuelled by ION8 https://www.ion8.co.uk/pages/ion8-sport

#SportsDentistry #instrumentedmouthgaurds #sportsdentist #preventbiometrics #oralhealthandsport

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07 May 2026

Episode 49 - Adam Bartsch (Prevent Biometrics)

🎙️ Episode 49 of The Sports Dentistry Podcast is live!

🇺🇸 Introducing Adam Bartsch, Chief Science Officer at Prevent Biometrics

🏅 Adam shares the evolution of instrumented mouthguards, from its initial concept into cutting-edge head impact monitoring technology used by World Rugby and other sports

⭐️ Discover the technological challenges, breakthroughs, and future potential of mouthguard sensors for athlete safety and health monitoring

👍 Don’t forget to like, share and leave a 5 ⭐️ review so we can continue to attract the best guests

🎧 Listen and watch on;

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/52sLMpgviaANGdQprbgbV7

Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@TheSportsDentistryPodcast

Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-sports-dentistry-podcast/id1803479364

BDJ Sports Dentistry Themed Edition - https://www.nature.com/collections/bbhfijgidj

TICKETS

3RD UK Sports Dentistry Association Conference - https://www.sportsdentistryuk.com/

ANZ Sports Dentistry Association Conference - https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1977202662388?aff=oddtdtcreator

SPONSORS-

(Email: dental.clinical.support@philips.com)

Fuelled by ION8 https://www.ion8.co.uk/pages/ion8-sport

#SportsDentistry #instrumentedmouthgaurds #sportsdentist #preventbiometrics #oralhealthandsport

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30 April 2026

🇦🇪 AEEDC Stories - TSDP 🎙️ GC

🇦🇪 AEEDC Stories x TSDP 🎙️

This interview is brought to you by AEEDC Stories in partnership with The Sports Dentistry Podcast

🌍 Introducing Bridgid from GC. She discusses her experiences at AEEDC over the years and how GC encourage the visitors to test, learn new techniques, and leave with confidence in their products.

👍 Don’t forget to like, share and leave a 5 ⭐️ review so we can continue to attract the best guests

🎧 Listen and watch on;

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/52sLMpgviaANGdQprbgbV7

Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@TheSportsDentistryPodcast

Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-sports-dentistry-podcast/id1803479364

SPONSORS of TSDP-

(Email: dental.clinical.support@philips.com)

Fuelled by ION8 https://www.ion8.co.uk/pages/ion8-sport

#AEEDCstories #AEEDCDubai #GC #Globaldentistry #DentalCommunity

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