Welcome to Zentistry™
When two health professionals from different worlds join forces, the result is a game-changing collaboration that will awaken something deep within you to reignite an excitement for your work so that you can show up effortlessly every day and be rewarded generously with financial prosperity.
Co-founded by Sue and Vicky, Zentistry™ is here to revolutionise business and life experience for health professionals by blending Zen principles with business, career and wellness.
Inspired by the enso circle, which symbolises enlightenment and a serene mind, our mission is to support health professionals to achieve mental, physical and spiritual fitness while boosting their business health, setting them up for lasting success.

Our Story
Our Philosophy: Calmness and Simplicity
At Zentistry, we believe in guiding dental clinicians, practice owners, and their teams to align and work harmoniously towards clinical and business excellence. Our approach promises to alleviate overwhelm, overworking, and stress, making dentistry not only more profitable but also more enjoyable.
Your Path to Wellness and Success
Our clear strategy, supported by 12 pillars, is designed to enhance both your personal wellbeing, fitness and the wellness of your practice. By integrating serene approaches with strong ethical standards, we offer personalised coaching that prioritises ethical profit and patient-centered care—qualities that truly set Zentistry apart.
Elevate Your Practice and Life
Whether you’re an associate dentist, dental practitioner, or clinic owner, you can adopt our transformative zen principles to elevate your practice and your life. Practice owners, imagine the prosperity that comes with understanding your numbers—a crucial aspect many clinicians avoid due to lack of guidance. We are here to demystify this for you.
Meet Our Founders

Sue Rusalen
Sue is an entrepreneurial advanced dental hygiene clinician, investor, seasoned dental practice manager, and co-founder of The Larkin Protocol™️ and Zentistry™️. She empowers dental practices by engaging patients, inspiring clinicians, and skyrocketing production and practice value through a robust hygiene-centric growth strategy.
Sue has won multiple business awards but she is most proud of her 2023 World Federation of Laser Dentistry Award for Innovation with The Larkin Protocol™️.
Sue’s expertise lies in harnessing elevated patient care, zero-cost marketing, and optimised performance. She has earned acclaim for building seven-figure hygiene teams and transforming dental practices into thriving, high-value enterprises. Her approach ensures practices are not only efficient but also leaders in patient satisfaction and clinical excellence.
Beyond her Strategic Prowess, Sue has travelled extensively and alongside her husband Ian and son Conor, she has hosted many international and rural students in her home. Sue has also been instrumental in networking and fundraising with others to build a hospital and dental clinic in Bali Indonesia for Children and babies who are HIV positive. At this hospital, Anak Anak, BALI.
Sue and her family continue to fund the wage of a full-time nurse, as well as contribute to ongoing education programs in local schools on the topics of smoking, sex, dental and mental health education.

Dr Vicky Prokopiou
Vicky is an award-winning catalyst for transformation in healthcare, wellness, and leadership. As an entrepreneurial dentist, investor, and the lead life elevation coach at Above It®, she has a profound impact on health and wellness. Vicky is also a seasoned practice owner and the co-founder of Zentistry™, a platform dedicated to business, self-wellness, and creating a life by design.
With a visionary approach, Vicky has transformed over 10,000 lives through her unique methods. She has successfully launched three start-up dental practices, demonstrating her ability to integrate professional excellence with a balanced work-life philosophy. Her leadership is defined by resilience and innovation, guiding health professionals towards unparalleled personal and professional growth.
Certified as a brain-based coach by the NeuroLeadership Institute (NLI), Vicky excels in influential communication and wellness technology. She empowers individuals and teams to elevate their businesses, ensuring they thrive in their careers while maintaining harmony in their personal lives. As a thought leader, Vicky’s guidance is instrumental in helping health professionals regain control, efficiency, and motivation, leading them to achieve sustainable success and enhanced well-being.
In addition to her professional achievements, Vicky is a dedicated wife and mum of three. She has also served as a hospital, locum pharmacist and rural dentist in Coonabarabran, bringing a wealth of diverse experience to her multifaceted career. Vicky is passionate about community education and frequently conducts dental talks for primary school children, facilitating early awareness and promoting oral health from a young age.