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Mental Health in Dentistry: Where are we now?

16 May 2025
Private Dentistry Theatre
A , B , D
Mental Health in Dentistry: Where are we now?

Learning Content

This important panel discussion brings together leading voices from across the dental profession to explore the growing mental health challenges faced by dental professionals today

  • Identifying profession-specific stressors, from perfectionism to litigation fears, addressing the mental health needs of dental students and early-career professionals, breaking the stigma around seeking help, highlighting support systems, programs, and the role of leadership in change. Finding a healthy way forward!

Aims

Attendees will leave with greater awareness of the mental health challenges in the field, actionable strategies for creating a supportive work culture, and insights into the ongoing efforts to foster long-term change across the profession. Questions from the audience—submitted in advance or during the session—will help tailor the conversation to real-world concerns.
Speakers
Jeremy Cooper, Principal Dentist - Confidental
Lauren Harrhy, Founder of Mental Dental - Co-founder of Confidental
Mahrukh Khwaja, Founder and CEO - Mind Ninja
Hooria Olsen, Dental Surgeon - British Association of Private Dentistry
Simon Thackeray, President of the BAPD. Practice Principal Dentist - Expert Witness

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