Addressing Mental Health in Dentistry: A Critical Crisis
Articles and Reviews
•
13m
This research article investigates stress, wellbeing, and burnout among dental professionals in the UK, specifically comparing those working in NHS versus private practices. The study used questionnaires to gather data from dental nurses, hygienists, and therapists, examining factors such as stress levels, quality of life, and burnout. Contrary to expectations, the research found no significant difference in stress, wellbeing issues, and anxiety between professionals in mixed NHS and private practices compared to those exclusively in private practice. The authors suggest that other workplace factors beyond the type of practice may contribute to mental health concerns in dental professionals. They emphasize the need for more research to identify these factors and address the growing crisis in dentistry, particularly regarding staff retention and access to care. Ultimately, they argue for change within the dental system to improve conditions for dental staff.
Durkin, J. & Mumford, C. Burnout, Stress, and Wellbeing: The Rising Mental Health Crisis in UK Dentistry in Dental Care Professionals. A Quantitative Perspective. Int. J. Dent. Hyg. (2025) doi:10.1111/idh.12906.
Up Next in Articles and Reviews
-
Generative AI Integration in Universi...
The article outlines the development of evidence-based guidelines for integrating generative AI (GenAI) into university education at European University Cyprus (EUC). It details the process, involving a multidisciplinary task group, literature reviews, and consultations, to create a framework tha...
-
Root Caries Risk in Elderly Chinese A...
A research paper explores the development of a nomogram to predict root caries risk in elderly Chinese individuals. The study identifies key risk factors like age, coronal caries history, denture use, and root exposure through questionnaires and oral examinations. The nomogram demonstrates good p...
-
Optical Coherence Tomography for Cari...
This systematic review assesses the effectiveness of Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) in detecting and monitoring dental caries. The study analyzes several research papers that used OCT to diagnose caries in enamel and dentin, comparing its accuracy to traditional methods like radiography and v...
