PMID: 9526243Oct 1, 1995Paper

Stress, professional burnout and dentistry

Journal - Oklahoma Dental Association
R L Wasoski

Abstract

Dentistry is a profession which is subject to a wide range of stressors which can lead to professional burnout. The dentist should be aware of these stressors and attempt to manage them in order to avoid becoming occupationally dissatisfied. Economic factors including the cost of a dental education and the start up costs of a practice can seem overwhelming if they are not considered as an investment in the professional future of the practitioner. Debt reduction and income goals should be set and periodically re-evaluated to keep the costs of entering and conducting business in perspective. The professional image or status of dentistry as a health care profession can cause stress to some practitioners. This is particularly true of dentists who feel compelled to practice in a less than desirable environment and those who feel professionally isolated. Active membership in local, state and national organizations can lessen the feelings of professional isolation and can provide contacts who can help starting practitioners improve their practice environments. Patient interactions can induce a great deal of stress in any health care provider. This is an individual response and must be countered in an individualized manner. Frequent br...Continue Reading

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