Get up to 3 one-to-one sessions per year with our experienced board members for personalised guidance — whether you’re growing your private treatments, negotiating a better associate contract, or planning to open your own practice.

 Why it matters: Members have saved £1,000+ in consultancy fees and cut months off their growth plans through tailored advice.

Dr Sonal Patel supports newly qualified dentists and women balancing clinic ownership, business growth, and motherhood, with a focus on building confidence and communication skills. As a mentor, she offers emotional support, a trusted sounding board, and guidance shaped by her own professional journey, including the challenges, lessons, and successes that have defined her path. As part of The Female Dentist mentorship, she provides 2 x 20-minute complimentary sessions to help mentees explore their goals and gain practical guidance.

For Mentees:

This is your chance to connect with an experienced mentor who can offer guidance, share insights, and help you take the next step in your career—all while building a strong support system in our community.

For Mentors:

This is a meaningful way to give back, grow as a leader, and strengthen your own skills while making a lasting impact.

And this is just the beginning! After launching the mentorship program, we’ll be introducing a Fellowship dedicated to advancing women’s leadership at every level of the industry.

Let’s lift each other up and shape the future of women in dentistry together.