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September 10, 2025BDJOpen Access

Burnout and depression in the UK dental workforce: findings from a cross-sectional survey

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JKJennifer KnightsNHS Education for ScotlandLYLinda YoungNHS Education for ScotlandGHGerry Humphris

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Implication

Cross-sectional survey reveals high levels of burnout and depression in the UK dental workforce, indicating urgent need for systemic changes.

Key Points

  • High levels of burnout and depression were observed in the dental workforce, particularly among dentists.
  • 61% of respondents indicated high emotional exhaustion, with significant differences based on employment status and NHS commitment.
  • The survey encompassed 1,507 dental professionals across the UK, utilizing quantitative analysis methods to assess mental health outcomes.
  • Mental health concerns in the UK dental workforce highlight the urgent need for systemic changes to enhance psychological safety.

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Knights et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68c23dc5b210217d6478f813https://doi.org/10.1038/s41415-025-8605-7
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