Boosting Resilience and Well-being for Dental Professionals

As a dental professional, you’re no stranger to the high-stress environment that comes with the job. Increased rates of anxiety, depression, burnout, and suicidal thoughts can have a devastating impact on your mental health and ability to provide quality care to your patients. The good news is that there’s a way to combat these occupational hazards and cultivate a happier, thriving career.

The Importance of Mental Health in Dentistry

Chronic workplace stress can have severe consequences on the mental well-being of dental professionals, leading to decreased job satisfaction, impaired relationships, and a higher risk of burnout. However, by prioritizing emotional resilience and positive mental health, you can break free from the cycle of stress and create a more fulfilling career.

A Proven Solution: Resilience and Well-being for Dental Professionals

This essential guide, written by a Positive Psychologist and experienced Dentist, offers a comprehensive approach to building resilience, engagement, and positive mental health in the dental profession. By leveraging evidence-based tools from Positive Psychology, Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, you’ll gain the skills to:

• Implement preventative habits and take proactive steps towards positive mental health
• Recognize early signs of burnout and develop self-awareness
• Practice mindfulness, self-compassion, and gratitude at work
• Nurture a growth mindset, positive leadership, and strong relationships with patients and colleagues
• Create habits that stick through goal setting, behaviour change, and motivation psychology

With this invaluable resource, you’ll be empowered to create a culture of kindness, compassion, and well-being in your workplace, leading to increased job satisfaction, improved patient outcomes, and a happier, healthier you.

Published by Wiley-Blackwell, this 304-page paperback is an indispensable tool for dental students, hygienists, therapists, dentists, dental nurses, dental technicians, specialists, and allied healthcare workers.

Take the first step towards a more resilient, fulfilling career in dentistry. Get your copy of Resilience and Well-being for Dental Professionals today!