Dentistry is a profession built on focus, precision, rapid decision‑making and empathy – all of which depend on a well‑regulated nervous system. Yet many clinicians still dismiss mindfulness as a soft skill or a wellness trend.
On today’s episode, Dr. Mark welcomes back Dr. Kristin Yont to dive into one of the most overlooked challenges in dentistry—chronic stress and burnout.
Emotional contagion is the unconscious process of mirroring or adopting the emotions, behaviours, or moods of others in a shared environment.
Mindfulness is both a concept and a practice that has become a significant part of the wellness conversation in recent years. But what exactly is mindfulness? How does it work?
On today’s episode, Dr. Mark Costes is joined by Dr. Kristin Yont, a Calgary-based dentist with a remarkable journey from clinical practice to becoming a leader in mind-body medicine.
Whether you’re a dentist, hygienist, assistant, office manager, or any member of the dental team, this event is designed to elevate your skills, inspire growth, and energize your entire practice.
When it comes to nurturing a positive patient experience in the dental office, compassion and mindfulness can be critical in building trust with patients, reducing anxiety, and ultimately delivering better oral health outcomes.
Dentistry is a demanding profession with frequent exposure to challenging situations. Building resilience is one way that dentists can manage stress, improve well-being, and provide better patient care.
A certain amount of stress in our lives is normal. In fact, moderate stress is good for us. But when our stress response becomes chronically engaged, it can lead to decreased productivity, lower quality of life, and even disease.
