A new resource for the health of the entire dental team was launched by the CDO at BDIA Dental Showcase on Saturday.
The dental profession is fast-paced and demanding, with high levels of stress, burnout, and mental health challenges affecting individuals at every level. Studies show that over 86% of dental professionals experience work-related stress, and nearly 60% report symptoms of burnout. ¹
BREATHE is the first dedicated wellbeing platform for the entire oral health community, providing a one-stop hub for expert guidance, support, and resources. And, it is absolutely free. Designed by professionals who understand the unique pressures of dentistry, it offers practical, evidence-based tools to help individuals, teams, and organisations reduce stress, prevent burnout, and enhance overall performance.
Key benefits are:
- Tailored for the Dental Community: Designed to address the unique challenges of dentistry—supporting individuals, teams, and organisations across all roles
- Scientifically Backed: The content is based on research and evidence-based strategies, ensuring credibility
- Proactive, Not Just Reactive: Helps individuals and teams stay ahead of stress and burnout rather than just addressing them once they arise
- Flexible Learning: Users can engage at their own pace, whether they want a quick wellbeing tip or a deep dive into a topic
- Multi-Dimensional Learning: Engaging content in multiple formats—videos, written guides, and downloadable PDFs—ensuring accessibility for different learning styles
- Community & Connection: Encourages peer support and shared learning—users can discuss topics with their teams or apply them together
- For Every Career Stage: Whether someone is just starting out, managing a practice, or looking to sustain a long career, BREATHE offers relevant tools and insights
- Did we mention it is completely free! No Barriers: No sign-ups, no paywalls—accessible to everyone, anytime
The BREATHE platform – https://www.breathedentalwellness.org/ is a collaboration between the OCDO England, MedDent Leadership and Wellbeing Academy and Cooper Transformation.
Commenting at the event, CDO England, Jason Wong said, “I am delighted to see the BREATHE platform launch. General wellbeing of the whole oral health team is so important and this will prove to be a valuable resource for team members to access and will have benefits right across the spectrum of the valuable work that we are all doing.”
Co-Founder, Rana Al-Falaki added, “I’m particularly proud that the BREATHE website covers every dimension of wellbeing—emotional, mental, physical, relationship, organisational, and financial health. And it then provides actionable strategies for personal growth, leadership, and team dynamics. A stressed and unhappy team is not an effective team and this has a real effect on the bottom line. Whatever your role, please take the time to navigate the site and I would welcome your feedback.”
To find out more, visit https://www.breathedentalwellness.org/
Reference:
¹ https://www.carequest.org/system/files/CareQuest_Institute_Burnout-Among-Dental-Professionals_8.3.22.pdf
