Mindfulness in Dental Education and Dentistry

Authors

Ellen Lee DDS, New York University College of DentistryFollow
Brian Chin MBAFollow
Melvin Lin, New York University College of DentistryFollow
Jamie Chen, New York University College of DentistryFollow
Daranthea Atmadja, New York University College of DentistryFollow
Hazel Hong, New York University College of Dentistry
Celine Lee, New York University College of Dentistry
Yeonji Lee, New York University College of Dentistry

Keywords

stress, dental students, mental health, mindfulness, dental anxiety

Abstract

Healthcare professionals experience an enormous amount of stress. This can have a huge impact on their quality of life and may also affect their ability to manage patients. Mindfulness is one method that can be used to deal with stress. This method can be employed by practicing dentists, as well as dental students. Patients may also benefit from using mindfulness practices.

Recommended Citation

Lee, Ellen DDS; Chin, Brian MBA; Lin, Melvin; Chen, Jamie; Atmadja, Daranthea; Hong, Hazel; Lee, Celine; and Lee, Yeonji (2025) "Mindfulness in Dental Education and Dentistry," The New York State Dental Journal: Vol. 91: No. 3, Article 4.
Available at: https://commons.ada.org/nysdj/vol91/iss3/4