22/04/2026
Our latest member survey highlights the growing pressure facing dental professionals and the impact on their wellbeing:
▪️ Nearly half of dental professionals are considering cutting their hours.
▪️ Almost 1 in 3 have thought about leaving the profession.
▪️ Over 80% report increased stress.
▪️ A third say this raises the risk of mistakes.
Dental professionals told us that staff shortages, rising patient expectations and fear of complaints are creating an increasingly unsustainable working environment - not only taking a toll on our members' health, but also raising concerns about providing safe, effective patient care.
To ensure a sustainable future for dentistry, supporting and retaining the workforce must be a priority.
