31/12/2023
I knew soon after qualifying that I LOVED surgery. I placed my first dental implants in 2008 but took a decade-long hiatus to focus on my children.
2023 has been a remarkable year for me for so many reasons. At the age of 42, I achieved a distinction in my masters degree in dental implantology, completed another postgraduate diploma, as well as advanced implant training such as full arch rehabilitation.
I realised all I wanted to do was implant work and so I left NHS dentistry after 18 years of service and limited my practice to implant and surgical dentistry.
Age and gender should never be a barrier in pursuing your dreams. If you’re unhappy or feeling unfulfilled in your current job, then I hope I can be of inspiration to those who are looking for a change or an upward progression. Learning or doing what you love never feels like work.
I want to thank all the reps, mentors and teachers who are the backbone of this industry and were invaluable in my training
Johnny Kennair
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