{"id":6428,"date":"2021-09-10T12:06:25","date_gmt":"2021-09-10T18:06:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.planetdds.com\/?p=6428"},"modified":"2024-08-16T13:57:21","modified_gmt":"2024-08-16T20:57:21","slug":"how-to-manage-stress-as-a-dentist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.planetdds.com\/blog\/how-to-manage-stress-as-a-dentist\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Manage Stress as a Dentist"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The fact that we talk about\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u201c<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">managing stress\u201d\u00a0tells us something about the condition.\u00a0Bottom-line: stress is part of life\u00a0so learning how to manage it as a dentist should be a top priority.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335559738&quot;:56,&quot;335559739&quot;:283,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Career liability<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335559738&quot;:396,&quot;335559739&quot;:396,&quot;335559740&quot;:640}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Frankly, a discussion of stress and dentistry sounds like a song stuck on repeat. Perhaps a reminder that being a dentist is stressful helps normalize it.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335559738&quot;:56,&quot;335559739&quot;:283,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">But accepting that reality and dealing with it\u00a0on a daily basis\u00a0are two different things.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335559738&quot;:56,&quot;335559739&quot;:283,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">What\u2019s\u00a0the deal?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335559738&quot;:56,&quot;335559739&quot;:283,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Identifying dental stressors can provide some leverage.\u00a0The following\u00a0are few stress-realities perhaps unique to dentistry:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335559738&quot;:56,&quot;335559739&quot;:283,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"-\" data-font=\"Baskerville\" data-listid=\"2\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Professional isolation<\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u2014<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"none\">you\u2019re indoors most of the\u00a0workday and aside from your assistant (and of course the patient at hand) you\u2019re alone.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335559738&quot;:255,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"-\" data-font=\"Baskerville\" data-listid=\"2\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Perfectionism<\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u2014<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"none\">with acquired skills and in demand expertise can come high levels of emotional control and expectations for yourself, your team, and your associates.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335559738&quot;:56,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"-\" data-font=\"Baskerville\" data-listid=\"2\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Economic pressure<\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u2014<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"none\">production goals, overtime, reduced time off or time away creates an exhausting pace.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335559738&quot;:56,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"-\" data-font=\"Baskerville\" data-listid=\"2\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Time pressure<\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u2014y<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"none\">ou live by the schedule and the production it creates.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335559738&quot;:56,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"-\" data-font=\"Baskerville\" data-listid=\"2\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Patient fears<\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u2014<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"none\">their fears are real but it\u2019s difficult not to own them and take\u00a0them personally.\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">1<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335559738&quot;:56,&quot;335559739&quot;:113,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">The toll it takes<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335559738&quot;:396,&quot;335559739&quot;:396,&quot;335559740&quot;:640}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">We<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u2019ve\u00a0been told (rightly so) that stress is good<\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u2014<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"none\">in certain quantities and situations. It causes you to\u00a0take action, assess your circumstances, and protect yourself and those around you.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335559738&quot;:56,&quot;335559739&quot;:283,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">However, stress can manifest itself in harmful ways, too.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335559738&quot;:56,&quot;335559739&quot;:283,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Here\u00a0are some textbook signs that stress is taking a toll on you:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335559738&quot;:56,&quot;335559739&quot;:283,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"-\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"4\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Fatigue<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335559738&quot;:255,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"-\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"4\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Headaches<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"-\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"4\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Hypertension (high blood pressure)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335559738&quot;:56,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"-\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"4\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Hyperventilation (feeling suffocated)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335559738&quot;:56,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"-\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"4\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Stomach and digestive issues<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335559738&quot;:56,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"-\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"4\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Pain<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335559738&quot;:56,&quot;335559739&quot;:113,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">That\u2019s\u00a0the physical side of it. Let\u2019s not forget the emotional toll stress takes on you.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335559738&quot;:56,&quot;335559739&quot;:283,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"-\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"6\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Anxiety<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335559738&quot;:255,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"-\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"6\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Depression<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335559738&quot;:56,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"-\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"6\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Insomnia<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335559738&quot;:56,&quot;335559739&quot;:113,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\">How to reduce stress as a dentist<\/h2>\n<h2 aria-level=\"3\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Start with awareness<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335559738&quot;:396,&quot;335559739&quot;:396,&quot;335559740&quot;:440}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Know your enemy and you\u2019re better prepared to face it<\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u2014<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"none\">right? In that case, it helps to realize you\u2019re not alone in this battle with dental stress.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335559738&quot;:56,&quot;335559739&quot;:283,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u201cIn the 2015 Dentist Well-Being Survey report by the American Dental Association, 2,122 dentists described their stress levels and triggers. Over two-thirds of them, 79%, reported moderate to severe stress. More than a quarter of them, 26%, also reported moderate to high levels of depression.\u201d <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">2<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335559685&quot;:850,&quot;335559737&quot;:850,&quot;335559738&quot;:113,&quot;335559739&quot;:283,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u201cChronic\u00a0stress is an internal, biological, physiological, chemical reaction that is part of your autonomic nervous system, and it has clear and identifiable symptoms.\u00a0Acute stress consists of low stress levels that spur you forward and enhance your awareness. It may have positive effects on your lifestyle. However, chronic stress consists of high stress levels with a continual release of cortisol over time, and that can be disastrous.\u201d\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">3<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335559685&quot;:850,&quot;335559737&quot;:850,&quot;335559738&quot;:113,&quot;335559739&quot;:283,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Personal awareness of what\u2019s stressing you is also key.\u00a0Stress\u00a0could be a variety of things. Thus, it\u2019s vital to be as\u00a0self-aware as possible about what\u2019s influencing your\u00a0stress.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335559738&quot;:56,&quot;335559739&quot;:283,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Is it job satisfaction?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335559738&quot;:56,&quot;335559739&quot;:283,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Is it sleep quality?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335559738&quot;:56,&quot;335559739&quot;:283,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Is it the amount of weekly work hours?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335559738&quot;:56,&quot;335559739&quot;:283,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Is it your sense of circumstantial control?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335559738&quot;:56,&quot;335559739&quot;:283,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Take a moment to ask yourself these questions\u00a0and identify\u00a0if\u00a0any other stressors you\u2019re aware of in your life and career as a dentist. And maintain a consistent level of healthy self-awareness as you navigate stress.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335559738&quot;:56,&quot;335559739&quot;:283,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"3\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Stick with mindfulness<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335559738&quot;:396,&quot;335559739&quot;:396,&quot;335559740&quot;:440}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Being mindful implies that you accept where you are in the moment. If you\u2019re stressed the mere\u00a0acknowledgement of it can help you begin to gain control.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335559738&quot;:56,&quot;335559739&quot;:283,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"-\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"8\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Respond in the moment. Recognizing your personal stress triggers can help you take proactive steps to deal with it then-and-there (before it worsens).\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335559738&quot;:255,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"-\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"8\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Reduce your current patient\u2019s stress. Remember\u00a0a strong level of stress as a dentist is bearing the weight of your patient\u2019s anxieties about dentistry. Make sure the patient in your chair knows, understands, and feels assured about their procedure, etc.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335559738&quot;:56,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"-\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"8\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Rely on your skills and experience. It might help to pause, step back, and reassess the current procedure you\u2019re facing. Some skillful reflection and colleague input could take the edge\u00a0off of\u00a0your stress in the moment.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335559738&quot;:56,&quot;335559739&quot;:113,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 aria-level=\"3\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Survive with restfulness<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335559738&quot;:396,&quot;335559739&quot;:396,&quot;335559740&quot;:440}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">There\u2019s an amount of useful truth to the phrase:\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u201c<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">take a deep breath.\u201d\u00a0Therein is a brief but necessary moment of rest.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335559738&quot;:56,&quot;335559739&quot;:283,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">It\u2019s\u00a0a good idea to monitor your breathing when you feel a stressful period approaching.\u00a0Tense muscles,\u00a0labored or rapid breathing, and increased heart rate add to your\u00a0already stressed body.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335559738&quot;:56,&quot;335559739&quot;:283,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">There\u2019s power in the\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u201c<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">pause.<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u201d\u00a0Although action creates momentum and\u00a0progress,\u00a0a period of stress can diminish your physical reserves required for dentistry.\u00a0That\u2019s why taking care of yourself is so important.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335559738&quot;:56,&quot;335559739&quot;:283,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"-\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"10\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Give yourself permission to take a break. This can be hourly, during a procedure (momentarily), daily, weekly, and annually (as in a\u00a0much-needed\u00a0vacation).<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335559738&quot;:255,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"-\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"10\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Stay fueled and hydrated. Skipping a meal or replenishing snack can drain your energy. Less energy means more performance-based stress.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335559738&quot;:56,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"-\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"10\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Treat yourself. As with permission to step away, its revitalizing to reward yourself in simple ways following a heavy procedure, a day\u2019s, week\u2019s, month\u2019s, or quarter\u2019s work, or victory over a stressful season of dentistry.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335559738&quot;:56,&quot;335559739&quot;:113,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Survival\u00a0isn\u2019t about always pushing-through,\u00a0it\u2019s also about knowing when\u00a0to step away\u2026and rest. Stress thrives on relentless activity while peace thrives on knowing your limits and when to push-pause.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335559738&quot;:56,&quot;335559739&quot;:283,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">It\u2019s also a beneficial to utilize the tools and resources that can help reduce\u00a0your stress as a dentist.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335559738&quot;:56,&quot;335559739&quot;:283,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">With Planet DDS, you won\u2019t have to stress about staying organized or making sure your client information is secure. We help create a stress-free environment for you and your staff with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.planetdds.com\/solutions\/denticon\/\">Denticon Practice Management<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.planetdds.com\/solutions\/apteryx\/\">Apteryx Imaging<\/a> solutions. From immediate access to your patient\u2019s images wherever you are to the ability to send reminder communications and adjusting your schedule quickly and easily, you will be able to take that much deserved break and recoup resting assured that your dental practice is running smoothly.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Check out these\u00a0resources\u00a0for practical ideas and tips:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335559738&quot;:56,&quot;335559739&quot;:283,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.planetdds.com\/blog\/entrepreneurial-mindset-thriving-dental-practice\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Develop an Entrepreneurial Mindset and Create a Thriving Private Dental Practice<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335559738&quot;:56,&quot;335559739&quot;:283,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.planetdds.com\/blog\/dental-career-track-pt-1-fundamental-advice-for-dentists-early-in-their-career\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Dental Career Track Pt. 1: Fundamental Advice for Dentists Early in Their Career<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335559738&quot;:56,&quot;335559739&quot;:283,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The fact that we talk about\u00a0\u201cmanaging stress\u201d\u00a0tells us something about the condition.\u00a0Bottom-line: stress is part of life\u00a0so learning how to manage it as a dentist should be a top priority.\u00a0\u00a0&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":6429,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[146,1417,138],"tags":[667,747,26,423,220,27,109,13,748,694,749,750,751,505,752,68,753,754,755,756,455,757,174],"class_list":["post-6428","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-practice-management","category-technology","category-trends","tag-anxiety","tag-chronic","tag-cloud-software","tag-cloud-solution","tag-control","tag-dental-practice","tag-dentist","tag-dentistry","tag-depression","tag-expectations","tag-hours","tag-isolation","tag-job-satisfaction","tag-managing","tag-mindfulness","tag-patients","tag-perfectionism","tag-pressure","tag-rest","tag-sleep","tag-stress","tag-triggers","tag-work-life-balance"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.planetdds.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6428","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.planetdds.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.planetdds.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.planetdds.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.planetdds.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=6428"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.planetdds.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6428\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.planetdds.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/6429"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.planetdds.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=6428"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.planetdds.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=6428"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.planetdds.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=6428"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}