GPDP Wellbeing for New Graduates

This session introduces new-graduate dentists to practical strategies for maintaining physical and mental wellbeing throughout a demanding clinical career. AJ will draw on her background in postural alignment, functional movement, strength conditioning, and nervous system regulation to help attendees understand the physical toll of dental work and how to proactively manage it. The session will also explore the distinction between stress and burnout, helping attendees recognise early warning signs and apply strategies to build resilience before burnout sets in.

Learning outcomes

* Understand common postural and musculoskeletal issues associated with prolonged clinical dentistry work * Identify practical movement and posture strategies to reduce strain during clinical practice * Distinguish between stress and burnout, and recognise the early warning signs of each * Learn nervous system regulation techniques to manage stress and support recovery * Develop an awareness of long-term strategies for building physical resilience, preventing burnout, and supporting career longevity

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