Why dentistry must confront addiction and mental health honestly
2026-03-06
Luke Hand explores the emerging picture of addiction in the dental profession, and how people who dedicate their careers to caring for others can take
Wellbeing
Eight in 10 NHS staff say new green spaces have improved work
2026-02-28
NHS charities across the UK have been awarded £500,000 to invest in creating and improving green spaces, which research has revealed have significant benefits for
GDC publishes updated guidance to ‘reduce fear and stress’ in dentistry
2025-12-12
The General Dental Council (GDC) has this week published its updated decision-making guidance in a bid to reduce fear among registrants. The regulator said it comes
Supporting wellbeing as the seasons change
2025-11-18
To mark Self Care Week, Amelia Hodgson from Bupa Dental Care reflects on how we can support our wellbeing, particularly as we move into the
Poor NHS staff wellbeing stats prompt ‘crucial’ new support initiatives
2025-11-12
As nearly half (47%) of NHS staff report their work negatively impacting their mental health, £2.4 million of funding has been dedicated to supporting staff
Homeopathy in dentistry: enhancing patient health and wellbeing
2025-10-12
Homeopathy, especially for acute conditions, is quick and easy to use within dentistry and can bring an increased sense of job satisfaction to the dentist
Work-life balance ‘biggest priority’ for dentists
2025-10-01
Work-life balance, career development and a supportive culture are top of the list of priorities for dental professionals. This is according to new research from Bupa Dental
Habit stacking: managing dentistry’s emotional rollercoaster
2025-09-20
Raabiha Maan explains how the principle of habit stacking can help you handle the emotional ups and downs of working in dentistry. At 9am, a
MPS Foundation funds vital global research into dentist wellbeing
2025-08-12
Dental Protection introduces the Thrive at Work project, which will promote mental health and wellbeing in dental professionals worldwide. The MPS Foundation – a global
How holistic wellness is redefining success in dentistry
2025-07-25
Championing a vision of holistic dentistry that goes beyond fixing teeth, James Goolnik explains how his commitment to challenging norms has helped his career thrive.
Why high-achieving dentists may be more prone to postnatal depression
2025-07-23
In an honest account of postnatal depression, Amy Baers discusses the silent struggles faced behind closed doors by many new mothers in dentistry. After days
How I rediscovered joy in my dental career
2025-07-16
Tearing up the traditional rulebook, Andrea Ogden is inspiring dentists to craft careers that align with their passion, purpose – and personal wellbeing. Andrea Ogden’s