In dentistry, where clinical excellence meets the challenges of continuous learning, few professionals embody the spirit of growth and mentorship like Dr Julianne Pinnock. With a career that bridges hands-on practice and educational leadership, Julianne is using her expertise to guide dentists worldwide in her role as Clinical Growth and Partnerships Advisor at RipeGlobal.
A Journey Rooted in Clinical Excellence
Julianne’s career began at the University of the Western Cape, where she earned her BChD between 2007 and 2012, passing summa cum laude. Her years in private practice were defined by a dedication to patient care and a deep commitment to mastering the craft of dentistry. These experiences gave her first-hand insight into the challenges dentists face daily, from staying on top of evolving techniques to balancing the demands of a busy clinic and family life.
Shifting from Practice to Partnerships
In 2024, Julianne joined RipeGlobal as Clinical Growth and Partnerships Advisor, embracing an opportunity to have a broader impact beyond the dental chair. In this role, she draws on her clinical expertise to guide dentists in choosing the right educational pathway, helping them build the skills and confidence needed to achieve their career goals.
RipeGlobal’s model of cloud-based simulation and flexible, immersive education means dentists can develop hands-on skills directly from their own clinics. For Julianne, this is more than innovative technology; it is a way to make meaningful professional growth accessible to every dentist, anywhere in the world.
Supporting Dentists Through Personalised Guidance
At the heart of Julianne’s work is mentorship tailored to each dentist. She works with clinicians to understand their goals and challenges, then helps map out the courses and programs that best fit their needs. Whether it is developing new restorative skills, stepping into a specialty, or growing confidence with complex procedures, she ensures every dentist has the right support to progress.
Her focus is not only on education but on creating an environment where dentists feel supported, connected, and empowered to take charge of their learning. Through RipeGlobal’s global community, she also connects dentists with peers and mentors, building networks that strengthen both skills and confidence.
Driving Growth for Teams and Practices
Beyond individual mentorship, Julianne plays a key role in RipeGlobal’s Group Pathway Programs, designed to elevate entire dental teams. These programs provide practice leaders with visibility into their teams’ learning, enabling targeted support, measurable growth, and a culture of continuous improvement.
Her strategic input helps practices not only sharpen clinical capability but also strengthen their business, from improving patient outcomes to attracting and retaining top talent.
A Vision for the Future
Julianne believes the future of dentistry lies in seamless, ongoing learning built into daily practice. She champions an education model that is flexible, inclusive, and responsive to the ever-changing world of patient care.
Through her work at RipeGlobal, she is helping to redefine how dental education is delivered, shaping a global community of confident, skilled, and connected dentists ready to thrive in modern practice.
Julianne’s journey from clinical practice to educational leadership reflects the power of combining expertise with mentorship. Her role at RipeGlobal ensures dentists have not just courses to enrol in, but a trusted guide to help them choose the right path forward.
