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1Department of Community Dentistry, University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg.
The Journal of the Dental Association of South Africa = Die Tydskrif Van Die Tandheelkundige Vereniging Van Suid-Afrika
|August 1, 1992
Summary
Dental practitioners exhibit unique, unpredictable stress responses. Individual differences in personality and coping styles likely explain these variations in stress perception among dentists.
Area of Science:
- Occupational Health
- Psychology
- Dental Practice Management
Background:
- Stress is a significant factor in dental practice.
- Understanding individual responses to occupational stressors is crucial for dentist well-being.
Observation:
- Four dental practitioners were assessed for their responses to common dental stressors.
- Subjects were selected based on age, sex, practice duration, and solo/group practice status.
Findings:
- Individual stressor ratings varied significantly among the dental practitioners.
- These differences appeared idiosyncratic and unpredictable.
- Stress responses seem influenced by personality factors and coping mechanisms.
Implications:
- Stress in dentistry is a unique, perceptual, and experiential phenomenon.
- Personalized stress management strategies may be beneficial for dental professionals.
- Further research into personality and coping styles in dentists is warranted.
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