The Sports Dentistry Podcast

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John and Umair

05 March 2026

1h 40m 4s

Episode 43 - Professor Ian Needleman

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šŸŽ™ļø Episode 43 of The Sports Dentistry Podcast is live!

šŸ“ó §ó ¢ó „ó ®ó §ó æ Introducing Ian Needleman, Professor of Periodontology and Evidence Informed Dentistry at UCL Eastman (London)

šŸ“ˆ He discusses the evolution of his career, the importance of experience in clinical practice, and the challenges faced in conducting research at the Olympic Games.

🦷 We discuss the challenges and opportunities in Sports Dentistry

šŸ¤ Ian emphasises the importance of teamwork and collaboration in advancing sports dentistry and the future directions for research and practice in this evolving specialty

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