Episode 313
Dr. Simon Chard's Battle Against Plastic in Oral Care
EP 313 - Simon is a leading UK cosmetic dentist and co-founder of the sustainable oral care brand PARLA, as seen on Dragon’s Den
We discuss PARLA's pioneering methods for reducing single-use plastics in dentistry with products like toothpaste tablets and plastic-free floss. We talk about the environmental impact of traditional oral care products, the intricacies of launching a sustainable business, and the hurdles faced by dentists and startups.
We also discuss the importance and strategies to manage stress and prevent burnout, and highlight the benefits of disconnecting from constant digital connectivity.
Simon also explains why greenwashing and gimmicks qualify for the big bin of bullsh*t.
Spotify Video Chapters:
00:00 BWB with Dr. Simon Chard
00:14 The Problem with Toothpaste Tubes
00:44 Introducing Perla: A Sustainable Solution
01:38 The Environmental Impact of Plastic
02:19 Innovative Oral Care Products
02:53 Challenges in the Oral Care Industry
07:19 Health Concerns and Ingredients in Toothpaste
11:07 Mental Health in Dentistry
13:30 The Dragon's Den Experience
15:35 Entrepreneurial Journey and Future Plans
34:52 Cosmetic Dentistry and Market Trends
37:27 Public Perception and Media Influence
39:41 The Dentist Stereotype in Media
40:37 Public Health and Dental Care
41:21 Children's Oral Health Crisis
42:08 Government's Role in Health Education
43:11 The Importance of Prevention
44:55 Personal Health Advice
48:10 The Role of Mentors
49:00 Challenges in the Food Industry
51:03 Greenwashing in Consumer Products
52:33 Quickfire Round - Getting To Know Simon
58:11 Mental Health in Startups
01:04:48 Business or Bullshit Game
01:14:02 Wrap Up
Simon's recommendations:
The Almanac of Naval Ravikant (book)
Unstressable - Mo Gowdat (book)
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