Hafeez Ahmed, BDS, FDS, MRD, MSc, MClinDent, DGDP, is a periodontist in private practice in Royal Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, England, with more than 30 years of experience. He is author of the book The Philosophy Fridge: Bad Apples, Soggy Gums, Rotting Teeth and co-author of the book The Anxiety Bureau, due out this summer, which is aimed at teenagers and presents the key psychological concepts around their new perspective on anxiety in a way that is easy to understand. Ahmed can be reached at binswoodhousedentalpractice@btinternet.com.
As burnout and mental health challenges rise across the dental workforce, a new perspective suggests anxiety may be an adaptive signal; one that, when properly understood and integrated, can strengthen resilience, decision-making, and…
With rising burnout among oral health professionals, a new perspective on anxiety may offer a path toward resilience, balance, and long-term wellbeing.