Learning Objectives:

• Understand what mental wellness is in dentistry.
• Recognize the symptoms of mental illnesses affecting dental professionals.
• Define the importance of mindfulness and mindset.
• Describe what strategies can foster mental wellness.
• Explain what resources and continued support are available for mental wellness.

The demands of modern dentistry extend far beyond clinical skills. Practitioners are expected to navigate packed schedules, complex patient needs, and the high-paced demands of dentistry. This one‑hour course explores the essential role mental health and mindset play in sustaining professional excellence and personal well‑being.

Participants will examine the unique stressors within dentistry, gain insight into how mental wellness directly influences clinical judgment, communication, and patient outcomes, and learn practical strategies for cultivating resilience. Through evidence‑based research, attendees will learn that prioritizing their mental health is vital not only to longevity in the profession but also to providing compassionate, high‑quality care.

This session empowers dental professionals to reframe mental wellness as a professional competency—one that strengthens performance, enhances patient trust, and supports a thriving, sustainable career.