Are you…
- Stuck and unsure how to accelerate practice growth?
- Drowning in admin & losing your passion for dentistry?
- Considering selling but want to maximise exit value?
- Thinking of taking the leap into practice ownership?
Learn from dental entrepreneurs who’ve built £300M+ in combined business value.
£12,000+VAT (12 month Programme)
Learn from dental entrepreneurs who’ve built over £300M in combined business value.
Implementation over Inspiration
Start, Scale and Exit is a 12-month business coaching programme designed for practice owners who want to accelerate their growth using proven methods taught by individuals with a proven track record of growing dental businesses from startup to exit.
Over this 12-month programme, you’ll learn how to implement practical systems, processes, and strategies that drive growth, improve patient care, and build a high-performance team.
Join industry leaders and a network of like-minded professionals on this transformative journey.
Exclusive Access & Advice
In addition to the comprehensive course dates and modules listed below, delegates enjoy exclusive benefits:
Direct Access to Instructors:
Engage with our instructors via a dedicated WhatsApp group, where you can consolidate your learning and receive personalised advice in a safe, supportive community.
Exclusive Feedback Session:
Participate in a dedicated, apprentice-style session where you receive direct feedback on your business model and current performance—including actionable advice to implement—directly from Prav and Dev.
These elements are designed to enrich your learning experience and help you achieve tangible growth in your dental practice.
By Application:
Access to the programme is limited to ensure we connect a group of like-minded individuals who are fully committed to engaging with the community and maximising the benefits of the course.
Modules & Dates
Prav Solanki & Kunal Patel
Vision and Strategic Planning
- Define your leadership vision
- Craft a strategic growth plan for your practice
- Align personal and professional goals with your business objectives
Dev Patel & Guest Speaker
Financial Mastery
- Understand the fundamentals of dental practice finances (budgeting, cash flow, and profitability)
- Learn key performance indicators (KPIs) for tracking success
- Discover strategies to improve revenue and control costs
Prav Solanki
Emotional Intelligence and Communication
- Master patient and team communication
- Learn conflict resolution techniques
- Use emotional intelligence to enhance leadership effectiveness
Prav Solanki, Kunal Patel & Victoria Warren
Building a High-Performance Team
- Master effective hiring, onboarding, and retention strategies
- Identify and nurture talent within your practice
- Create a culture of accountability and teamwork
- Learn mentoring, coaching, and growth techniques
Prav Solanki
Marketing and Patient Growth
- Develop a marketing strategy tailored to your practice
- Leverage digital tools like social media, SEO, and patient reviews
- Build long-term patient loyalty through exceptional service
Dev Patel & Louise Hatton
Operational Efficiency
- Streamline workflows and processes for maximum efficiency
- Explore technology and tools for a modern dental practice
- Optimise scheduling and patient flow
Dev Patel & Kunal Patel
Leadership and Change Management
- Adapt to industry changes and innovations
- Lead through transitions such as expanding, selling, or restructuring
- Empower your team during times of change
Prav Solanki & Kailesh Solanki
Patient-Centred Care
- Enhance the patient experience
- Practice ethical decision-making and build patient trust
- Manage challenging patients and scenarios
Louise Hatton
Legal, Compliance, and Risk Management
- Understand regulations and maintain compliance
- Manage risks in patient care and practice operations
- Protect your practice with appropriate insurance and policies
Prav Solanki & Dev Patel
Growth and Scaling
- Identify opportunities for expansion (e.g., multi-practice ownership, new services)
- Evaluate potential acquisitions or partnerships
- Balance growth while maintaining quality
Prav Solanki & Guest Speaker
Leadership Styles and Personal Development
- Identify your leadership style and areas for improvement
- Build resilience and manage stress as a practice owner
- Enhance your network through peer learning and mentoring
Dev Patel & Guest Speaker
Future-Proofing Your Practice
- Stay ahead of dental industry trends and innovations
- Plan for retirement or succession
- Consolidate your knowledge and create a long-term action plan
Meet the Speakers
Dr Prav Solanki is a dental practice strategist and entrepreneur dedicated to transforming dental businesses. A graduate of the University of Oxford, where he studied Medicine and a DPhil in Pharmacology, he blends scientific rigour with real-world business acumen.
With over 16 years of industry experience, Prav has worked with more than 500 independent clinics and several corporate dental groups to enhance marketing strategies, patient communication, and overall business growth.
He has also worked with and lectured for renowned dental corporates, including Dentsply, Nobel Biocare, Bupa Dental Care, MyDentist, Straumann, ClearCorrect, and Neodent. A sought-after international speaker, he educates audiences on patient communication, business growth, and sales strategies and serves as a director of IAS Academy.
As the owner of multiple dental practices, he has consistently built, scaled, and successfully exited his own practices and other ventures—most recently his innovative marketing and growth consultancy, The Fresh, and his advanced dental CRM, Leadflo®, both acquired by Agilio.
Dr Dev Patel is a serial entrepreneur and multi-award-winning dentist, widely recognized as one of the UK’s most influential dental leaders— in the Top 50 Most Influential UK Dentists in 2018 and honoured with the Best Young Dentist award in 2016.
As the Founder and CEO of Dental Beauty Partners (DBP), he leads one of the UK’s fastest-growing dental groups, comprising over 50 practices and generating more than £100M in revenue. Launched in 2019 as the UK’s first joint venture model in dentistry, DBP empowers young dentists to achieve practice ownership in partnership with the group. Under his leadership, DBP has achieved an impressive 73% compound annual growth rate and earned multiple industry accolades, including Best Dental Group 2023, by combining the advantages of scale with a strong focus on local leadership to enhance patient care.
Dev is also the Founder and former President of Brushlink, an innovative smart toothbrush and app, which he successfully exited in 2020 following its acquisition by a US venture capital firm.
Nationally renowned cosmetic and implant dentist Dr Kailesh Solanki brings almost 20 years of experience, multiple awards, and over 10,000 smile transformations. His approach focuses on delivering an exceptional patient experience in a gentle, informal way underpinned by the latest technology. As one of the UK’s first Dental Phobia certified practitioners, he established a renowned nervous patient programme at Kiss. Today, Dr Kailesh Solanki trains the next generation of Kissdental dentists, teaches smile makeovers and implant dentistry, and continues to transform lives through innovative dental care.
Kunal Patel is the principal dentist at Dental Beauty Croydon and Battersea and a specialist in endodontology (root canal treatment). Graduating with Honours from Bart’s and The London—with distinctions and multiple awards (including a runner-up position for the University of London Gold Medal)—he has held roles such as restorative Senior House Officer at the Eastman Dental Hospital and later completed a Master’s in Endodontology (with distinction). His extensive experience includes serving as Deputy Programme Director for the Endodontic Practice PG Diploma, clinical supervisor for specialist trainees, and Board Examiner for the University. Kunal’s leadership and lecturing engagements have transformed practices across Croydon and Battersea.
Louise Hatton is an accomplished operations leader with over 20 years of experience in the dental industry, specialising in operational efficiency and growth.
Louise has a deep understanding of a dental practice’s day-to-day operations. Her hands-on experience has given her valuable insight into clinical operations, team management, compliance, and patient care, allowing her to develop and implement effective strategies that enhance operational performance and business growth.
She spent several years as Operations Director at Ascent Dental Care, where she played a pivotal role in expanding the business and driving significant revenue and EBITDA growth. During her tenure, she led the development of streamlined operational processes, ensuring efficiency while maintaining high standards of patient care and regulatory compliance.
Currently, Louise serves as Head of Operations Strategy and Systems for Dental Beauty Partners Group, overseeing group-wide initiatives to enhance operational effectiveness, optimise systems, and drive sustainable growth.
With a passion for problem-solving, compliance, and team development, Louise excels in dynamic environments where operational agility and strategic foresight are key to success.
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Take the first step towards transforming your dental practice. Join Start, Scale and Exit to gain the strategies, systems, and insights you need for sustainable growth. Become part of a community of forward-thinking dental professionals dedicated to excellence.
