Dental Practitioner Support

23/07/2025

With the new financial year, pressure can quietly build and lead to burnout. If you're feeling exhausted, you're not alone — a third of dental practitioners report moderate to high levels of burnout. Reach out, take a breath, and remember your wellbeing is just as important as your work. We’re here for you 24/7 on 1800 377 700 for free confidential advice.

Hear more about burnout and what you can do about it in the podcast episode by Dental Head Start: https://www.dentalheadstart.com/annaleneweston/

18/07/2025

Mid-year can feel like a blur with busy clinics, uni deadlines, and everything in between. You might feel fine, but this could be the perfect time for a wellbeing check-in.

It doesn’t need to be a crisis to be worth a chat — sometimes just talking it out helps more than you expect. Dental Practitioner Support is here 24/7, whether you’re overwhelmed or simply needing to pause and reflect.

Read one practitioner’s story and explore the simple steps to accessing support for the first time: https://www.dpsupport.org.au/news/I-m-perfectly-fine-arent-I-Steps-to-accessing-support-for-the-first-time

16/07/2025

It’s easy to get swept up in the clinical hustle: back-to-back appointments, skipped breaks, the never-ending pursuit of perfection. You’re driven, compassionate, and committed — and while those are incredible strengths, they can also make it harder to protect your own wellbeing.

If you’ve ever felt guilty about saying no, consistently work through lunch, or struggled to wind down after hours, you’re not alone. It takes time and practice to recognise your limits, assert your needs, and build the kind of career that’s sustainable — one that serves your patients and your mental health.

Whether you’re fresh out of dental school or settling into your first few years of practice, there is a way to thrive without burning out. It starts with awareness, small adjustments, and permission to be kind to yourself.

Learn some practical tools, reflective questions, and honest insights to help you know when to say no. . . https://www.dpsupport.org.au/news/boundary-setting

11/07/2025

In a recent interview with Bite Magazine, the new Chair of the Dental Board of Australia Dr. Simon Shanahan opens up about his journey from a nervous dental student to a passionate advocate for fairness, humanity and practitioner support. His leadership isn't about rule-setting from a distance, but instead focused on listening, evolving, and standing shoulder-to-shoulder with every member of the dental industry.

Whether you’re new to the field or decades in, learn more about how Dr. Simon Shanahan intends to reshape the view of the Dental Board across the industry. . . https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/new-dental-board-of-australia-chair-dr-simon-shanahan-is-ready-to-serve/

09/07/2025

Just because you care for others doesn’t mean you’re immune to your own challenges. Life in the clinic or in training can be demanding — physically, mentally, and emotionally.

If you're feeling overwhelmed, remember: you're not alone. We offer free, confidential, 24/7 support because your wellbeing matters. Dental Practitioner Support is here for all dental professionals and students across Australia.

Call 1800 377 700 or visit our site to learn more and explore support options: https://www.dpsupport.org.au/

02/07/2025

New insights highlight that compassion fatigue, burnout, and stress are increasingly affecting dental professionals. Long hours, complex treatments, patient expectations, and perfectionism can quietly chip away at mental wellbeing, even in the most resilient practitioners.

It's important to know that support is available. From peer check-ins to free 24/7 services like Dental Practitioner Support, the conversation around mental health in dentistry is growing louder, and more essential than ever.

Whether you’re a dentist, hygienist, therapist, prosthetist, or student, dive into this article from Bite Magazine on . . . https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/mental-health-in-dentistry/

Mental health in dentistry is under growing strain, with compassion fatigue identified as one of the main issues, but experts agree there are ways to deal with it. By Marina Williams Caring for patients is central to dental practise, but emotional strain, long hours, and pressure for perfection can....

30/06/2025

Settling into the routine of juggling instruments, lectures, and patients can be tough when you're a dental student - and even more so as an early career practitioner - which is why being smarter with your money now can mean investing in your future.

Oral Health Therapist Damian Siderides has put together some money saving tips that can help you stay on top of your finances without sacrificing your studies or sanity.

From scoring flexible jobs, tapping into scholarships, and using your student discounts to max effect, read the full article online: https://www.dpsupport.org.au/news/budget-your-future

Money is tight when you’re young, and even more so when you’re at university!

27/06/2025

In the high-speed world of dentistry, it's easy to give everything to your patients and leave little for yourself. But here’s a gentle truth: you are the heart of your practice and your wellbeing deserves just as much attention as your clinical skills.

Learn real, practical strategies for setting healthy boundaries, weaving mindfulness into your daily routine, and spotting burnout before it takes hold. When you prioritise your own health, everyone wins—including the patients who count on you.

https://www.dpsupport.org.au/news/thriving-dentistry-starts-putting-yourself-first

Discover practical strategies for managing stress and preventing burnout in dentistry. Learn how prioritising self-care can enhance your wellbeing and improve patient care.

25/06/2025

A 2023 study revealed that 25% of Australian dental practitioner's experience symptoms consistent with burnout.

There are concerning levels of burnout, anxiety, and psychological distress within the dental industry - which is why Bite Magazine spoke to Esther Bacon, Dental Practitioner Support's Stakeholder Engagement Coordinator, on the vital importance of seeking assistance when facing work-related stress, burnout, or personal challenges.

Whether you're navigating workplace pressures or personal wellbeing, support is available. Read the full article online here. . . https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/dental-practitioner-support-is-a-good-call/

A helpline service is making a difference for dentists and other employees in the dental industry as they face mental health challenges and a range of work-related stressors. By Cameron Cooper How ever you shake the numbers, the mental health and wellbeing prognosis for Australian dentists and their...

16/05/2025

Today on , we stand with LGBTQIA+ dental practitioners, students, and colleagues across Australia.

IDAHOBIT is a reminder of the need for safe, inclusive and respectful spaces in every workplace and community — including dental settings.

At Dental Practitioner Support, we recognise the vital contributions LGBTQIA+ dental professionals make every day. Whether you’re just starting out or well into your career, you deserve to feel supported and valued for who you are.

Our team is here for you, 24/7, with free and confidential advice whenever you need to talk. Let’s continue to celebrate diversity, speak out against discrimination, and build a profession where everyone can thrive.

Find out more at www.idahobit.org.au
Reach out: 1800 377 700 or visit www.dpsupport.org.au

16/05/2025

Burnout can look different for everyone, but it doesn’t have to be permanent. With the right tools and support, you can recover and regain balance. Learn how to recognise the signs and take steps toward feeling better. Learn more at: https://www.headspace.com/mindfulness/burnout

Need to talk? Call Dental Practitioner Support anytime on 1800 377 700 for free, confidential support.

14/05/2025

Working in dentistry doesn’t make you immune to stress or health concerns. If you need someone to talk to, confidential support is available 24/7. Prioritise your wellbeing — it’s okay to ask for help!

Call 1800 377 700 any time for free and confidential support tailored to dental practitioners. Or visit: https://www.dpsupport.org.au/