Born and raised in Sparta, Greece, Dr Dimitra Markopoulou grew up surrounded by olive groves, where harvesting and producing olive oil is a cherished tradition. Today, she and her family manage 20 acres of land in her home region, running a successful olive oil business alongside her dental career.  

For dentists, the right career is about more than just clinical expertise - it’s about creating a lifestyle that reflects your priorities, passions and goals. At mydentist, our commitment to flexibility, support and growth helps make it possible for clinicians like Dimitra to thrive, both at work and beyond.  

Meet Dr Dimitra Markopoulou 

Dimitra graduated as a Dentist in 2015 in Athens, Greece. She initially joined mydentist in 2018, returning in 2021 after a maternity break to continue building her career. In her spare time Dimitra enjoys spending time with her family and exploring the Lancashire countryside and running her olive oil business.  

She credits mydentist’s focus on professional development and well-being as key to her success. “Dentistry can be demanding,” Dimitra commented. “But mydentist helps me prioritise my mental and physical health, creating an environment where I can thrive. Taking time to focus on activities like our olive oil business has been essential in maintaining balance and managing the stresses of work.” 

At mydentist, we offer all clinicians access to industry-leading development opportunities through the mydentist Academy and bespoke mentoring programmes. Whether you’re looking to enhance your clinical skills, specialise in areas like implants or orthodontics, or build your confidence as a newly qualified or overseas dentist, we have the tools to help you succeed. 

What has your experience working in a mydentist practice been like?  

“Mydentist has always been a great place to work,” Dimitra commented. “The support I’ve received has made it possible for me to balance my career as a dentist with my passion for olive oil. Whether it’s flexible working arrangements or the ability to take time off for food exhibitions, I’ve always felt celebrated as an individual.” 

mydentist’s inclusive culture enables us to support clinicians from all walks of life, whether you’re a UK-trained dentist, an overseas-qualified clinician, or navigating your first roles post-ORE. With more than 530 modern practices across the UK, we offer opportunities to suit a wide range of career aspirations and lifestyles. 

Dimitra also commented: “Both my roles require dedication, but the flexibility I’ve found at mydentist makes it all possible.” 

From part-time hours to bespoke career pathways, mydentist offers flexibility that allows clinicians to balance their personal and professional ambitions. For international dentists, we provide tailored support, including relocation assistance, sponsorship for visa applications, and guidance on ORE preparation to help ease the transition to UK practice. 

What words of encouragement can you offer to other clinicians?  

With her sights set on furthering both her dental practice and olive oil venture, Dimitra encourages clinicians to seek out workplaces that align with their values and aspirations. “Mydentist is an environment where you’re supported to grow not only as a clinician but as a person. I’m living proof that you can achieve a healthy balance between work and personal passions while enjoying a fulfilling career in dentistry.” 

Joining the UK's leading provider of dentistry   

At mydentist, we're committed to providing outstanding care to all our patients. We work hard to ensure that practice teams have the flexibility and support they need to achieve that goal. Dimitra is just one example of how mydentist ensures that the practice teams working across our 530+ modern practices have the support they need to thrive – both inside and outside of work. 

Want to learn more about working at mydentist? Here, you’ll be trusted to do your best work, taking decisions with your patients at heart, with our full backing. We’re ambitiously transforming how we deliver dentistry, making investments in our practices and people. Everyone is free to be themselves, respect is a given and we’re always there to support one another.  

Are you ready to find a career that fits your life? Learn more about life at mydentist as you visit our careers website with more information about opportunities for dentists at one of our 530+ UK-based dental practices, including roles for overseas and ORE-qualified clinicians.