Following on from this publication and audio publication…
You can now access 5 days of short, 3-minute meditations designed specifically for busy dental professionals.
These simple yet effective sessions are easy to integrate into your daily routine, helping you prioritize your wellbeing.
✨ Start your meditation journey here: https://www.smile-revolution.net/yoga/
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I’d love to hear your thoughts—feel free to reach out! 💙
📩 Contact me at: info@smile-revolution.net
Author: Victoria Wilson, Editorial Board Member - Dental Health - British Society of Dental Hygiene and Therapy- BSDHT
References
1. Basso J, McHale A, Ende V, Oberlin D, Suzuki WA. Brief, daily meditation enhances attention, memory, mood, and emotional regulation in non- experienced meditators. Behav Brain Res. 2019;356:208-220. https://doi. org/10.1016/j.bbr.2018.08.023.
2. Bakar NA, Lim SL, Basri NA, Ludin SM. Mental health and well-being of undergraduate dental students: a systematic review. Int J Care Scholars. 2021;42(2):56-70 https://doi.org/10.31436/ijcs.v4i2.190.
3. Dimatteo MR, Shugars DA, Hays RD. Occupational stress, life stress and mental health among dentists. J Occupation Organiz Psychol. 1993;66(2):153-162. https://doi.org/10.1111/J.2044-8325.1993. TB00524.X.
4. Salazar FB, Sipiyaruk K, White S, Gallagher JE. Key determinants of health and wellbeing of dentists within the UK: a rapid review of over two decades of research. Brit Dent J. 2019;27(2):127-136. https://doi. org/10.1038/s41415-019-0485-2.
5. Whitman SM. Pain and suffering as viewed by the Hindu religion. J Pain. 2007;8(8):607-613. https://doi.org/10.1016/J.JPAIN.2007.02.430.
6. Gallagher JE, Colonio-Salazar FB, White S. Supporting dentists' health and wellbeing - a qualitative study of coping strategies in 'normal times'. Brit Dent J. 2021; 20:1-9. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41415-021- 3205-7.
7. Plessas A, Paisi M, Bryce M, Burns L, O’ Brien T, Witton R, Hanoch Y. Mental Health and Wellbeing in Dentistry: A Rapid Evidence Assessment. https://www.gdc-uk.org/itineris/research/detail/ report/mental-health-and-wellbeing-in-dentistry-a-rapid-evidence- assessment
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Following on from this publication and audio publication…
You can now access 5 days of short, 3-minute meditations designed specifically for busy dental professionals.
These simple yet effective sessions are easy to integrate into your daily routine, helping you prioritize your wellbeing.
✨ Start your meditation journey here: https://www.smile-revolution.net/yoga/
📍 Direct link: https://www.wellnessliving.com/rs/catalog-view.html?k_business=403304&id_sale=13&k_id=3471065
Access print of full article - https://www.smile-revolution.net/blog/
I’d love to hear your thoughts—feel free to reach out! 💙
📩 Contact me at: info@smile-revolution.net
Author: Victoria Wilson, Editorial Board Member - Dental Health - British Society of Dental Hygiene and Therapy- BSDHT
References
1. Basso J, McHale A, Ende V, Oberlin D, Suzuki WA. Brief, daily meditation enhances attention, memory, mood, and emotional regulation in non- experienced meditators. Behav Brain Res. 2019;356:208-220. https://doi. org/10.1016/j.bbr.2018.08.023.
2. Bakar NA, Lim SL, Basri NA, Ludin SM. Mental health and well-being of undergraduate dental students: a systematic review. Int J Care Scholars. 2021;42(2):56-70 https://doi.org/10.31436/ijcs.v4i2.190.
3. Dimatteo MR, Shugars DA, Hays RD. Occupational stress, life stress and mental health among dentists. J Occupation Organiz Psychol. 1993;66(2):153-162. https://doi.org/10.1111/J.2044-8325.1993. TB00524.X.
4. Salazar FB, Sipiyaruk K, White S, Gallagher JE. Key determinants of health and wellbeing of dentists within the UK: a rapid review of over two decades of research. Brit Dent J. 2019;27(2):127-136. https://doi. org/10.1038/s41415-019-0485-2.
5. Whitman SM. Pain and suffering as viewed by the Hindu religion. J Pain. 2007;8(8):607-613. https://doi.org/10.1016/J.JPAIN.2007.02.430.
6. Gallagher JE, Colonio-Salazar FB, White S. Supporting dentists' health and wellbeing - a qualitative study of coping strategies in 'normal times'. Brit Dent J. 2021; 20:1-9. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41415-021- 3205-7.
7. Plessas A, Paisi M, Bryce M, Burns L, O’ Brien T, Witton R, Hanoch Y. Mental Health and Wellbeing in Dentistry: A Rapid Evidence Assessment. https://www.gdc-uk.org/itineris/research/detail/ report/mental-health-and-wellbeing-in-dentistry-a-rapid-evidence- assessment
On todays show I had the absolute pleasure of speaking to Sarah Thomson a dental hygienists who shares her remarkable personal story about her recovery from alcoholism. She is an absolute inspiration and there are many lessons in this podcast recording for us all. Sarah I want to personally thank you for sharing all you have in this recording.
Sarah initially qualified as a Dental Hygienist in 1989, but returned to Bristol Dental Hospital to qualify as a Dental Therapist in 2012.
During her career she has worked in a number of different types of practices including a periodontal practice. Last year, to coincide with her 50th Birthday, she took her skills to Kenya where she volunteered with Dentaid and is due to go to Uganda with them again next year.
Her 'me time' includes stand up paddle boarding, singing in a choir, yoga and park runs.
Sarah is a recovering alcoholic and therefore has a vested interest in helping others who suffer, or who are heading towards alcoholism both inside and outside our profession.
1. The Dentists’ Health Support Programme - provides dentists with free advice & support on health, alcohol, drugs & other issues.
Tel. 0207 224 4671
2. In Northern Ireland ‘Probing Stress in Dentistry’ a BDA supported multi- agency group, has released a PROBING STRESS IN DENTISTRY FRAMEWORK, along with an accompanying letter from the Chair, 2019 BDA National President Roz McMullan
3. Alcoholics Anonymous - 0800 9177650
Which in my experience to date I have found most useful.
4. Samaritans provides confidential support to anyone experiencing difficulties or in distress.
Tel. 116 123
Smile Revolution Podcast
Following on from this publication and audio publication…
You can now access 5 days of short, 3-minute meditations designed specifically for busy dental professionals.
These simple yet effective sessions are easy to integrate into your daily routine, helping you prioritize your wellbeing.
✨ Start your meditation journey here: https://www.smile-revolution.net/yoga/
📍 Direct link: https://www.wellnessliving.com/rs/catalog-view.html?k_business=403304&id_sale=13&k_id=3471065
Access print of full article - https://www.smile-revolution.net/blog/
I’d love to hear your thoughts—feel free to reach out! 💙
📩 Contact me at: info@smile-revolution.net
Author: Victoria Wilson, Editorial Board Member - Dental Health - British Society of Dental Hygiene and Therapy- BSDHT
References
1. Basso J, McHale A, Ende V, Oberlin D, Suzuki WA. Brief, daily meditation enhances attention, memory, mood, and emotional regulation in non- experienced meditators. Behav Brain Res. 2019;356:208-220. https://doi. org/10.1016/j.bbr.2018.08.023.
2. Bakar NA, Lim SL, Basri NA, Ludin SM. Mental health and well-being of undergraduate dental students: a systematic review. Int J Care Scholars. 2021;42(2):56-70 https://doi.org/10.31436/ijcs.v4i2.190.
3. Dimatteo MR, Shugars DA, Hays RD. Occupational stress, life stress and mental health among dentists. J Occupation Organiz Psychol. 1993;66(2):153-162. https://doi.org/10.1111/J.2044-8325.1993. TB00524.X.
4. Salazar FB, Sipiyaruk K, White S, Gallagher JE. Key determinants of health and wellbeing of dentists within the UK: a rapid review of over two decades of research. Brit Dent J. 2019;27(2):127-136. https://doi. org/10.1038/s41415-019-0485-2.
5. Whitman SM. Pain and suffering as viewed by the Hindu religion. J Pain. 2007;8(8):607-613. https://doi.org/10.1016/J.JPAIN.2007.02.430.
6. Gallagher JE, Colonio-Salazar FB, White S. Supporting dentists' health and wellbeing - a qualitative study of coping strategies in 'normal times'. Brit Dent J. 2021; 20:1-9. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41415-021- 3205-7.
7. Plessas A, Paisi M, Bryce M, Burns L, O’ Brien T, Witton R, Hanoch Y. Mental Health and Wellbeing in Dentistry: A Rapid Evidence Assessment. https://www.gdc-uk.org/itineris/research/detail/ report/mental-health-and-wellbeing-in-dentistry-a-rapid-evidence- assessment
