Survey of Mental Health of Dentists in the COVID-19 Pandemic in the UK

Ranka, Meena; Ranka, Satish R

doi:10.4103/jispcd.jispcd_401_20

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“…The dental profession has endured unprecedented disruption amid COVID-19. Unsurprisingly, reports throughout the pandemic have emphasized high rates of mental health symptoms in dentists (Alencar et al 2021;Cimilluca et al 2021;Gohil et al 2021;Ismail et al 2021;Özarslan and Caliskan 2021;Ranka and Ranka 2021;Owen et al 2022;Salehiniya et al 2022). Little information is available, however, regarding temporal changes in these symptoms.…”

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“…More recent challenges have included the emergence of novel SARS-CoV-2 variants and the ongoing evolution of public health policies. Accordingly, numerous studies conducted during the pandemic have identified high levels of self-reported mental health symptoms among dentists (Alencar et al 2021;Cimilluca et al 2021;Gohil et al 2021;Ismail et al 2021;Özarslan and Caliskan 2021;Ranka and Ranka 2021;Owen et al 2022;Salehiniya et al 2022). However, these studies were missing an objective biological indicator, such as salivary cortisol, to quantify psychological distress.…”

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Salivary Cortisol and Anxiety in Canadian Dentists over 1 Year of COVID-19

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The dental profession has endured unprecedented disruption amid COVID-19. Novel stressors have included a high risk of occupational exposure to COVID-19, financial losses, and stricter infection prevention and control requirements. The present study investigated the longitudinal impact of COVID-19 on the stress and anxiety levels of a cohort of Canadian dentists ( N = 222) between September 2020 and October 2021. Salivary cortisol was selected as a biomarker of mental stress, and 10 sets of monthly saliva samples (2,131 in total) were self-collected, sent to our laboratory in prepaid courier envelopes, and analyzed by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay. To assess COVID-19 anxiety, 9 monthly online questionnaires were administered, comprising a general COVID-19 anxiety instrument and 3 items regarding the impact of dentistry-related factors. Bayesian log-normal mixed effect models were fitted to estimate the longitudinal trajectory of salivary cortisol levels and their association with the disease burden of COVID-19 in Canada. After accounting for age, sex, vaccination status, and the diurnal rhythm of cortisol secretion, a modest positive association was found between dentists’ salivary cortisol levels and the count of COVID-19 cases in Canada (96% posterior probability). Similarly, the self-reported impact of dentistry-related factors, such as fear of getting COVID-19 from a patient or coworker, was greatest during peaks of COVID-19 waves in Canada; however, general COVID-19 anxiety decreased consistently throughout the study period. Interestingly, at all collection points, the majority of participants were not concerned about personal protective equipment. Overall, participants reported relatively low rates of psychological distress symptoms in relation to COVID-19, a result that should be reassuring for the dental community. Our findings strongly suggest a link between self-reported and biochemical measurements of stress and anxiety in Canadian dentists during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Salivary Cortisol and Anxiety in Canadian Dentists over 1 Year of COVID-19

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“…While the results obtained in a 2021 study in China (anxiety prevalence: 36.3% and depression prevalence: 46.4%) are relatively close to the results obtained in the present study, another study in the United Kingdom estimated a much higher prevalence (anxiety prevalence: 71% and depression prevalence: 60%). 29 , 30 The reason for this variance may be the difference in the amount and quality of the PPEs provided for the dental service providers, different levels of vaccination against COVID‐19, and the prevalence of COVID‐19 in the time frame of conducting each study in each country.…”

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The psychological toll of the COVID‐19 pandemic on dental care providers in Iran: A multicenter cross‐sectional study

Banakar

Vossoughi

Kharrazi

et al. 2023

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Background/Purpose The COVID‐19 pandemic affects social and psychological resources. Healthcare workers, especially dental personnel, are more at risk for mental issues due to anxiety, pressure, and frustration. This study assessed mental health outcomes during the COVID‐19 epidemic among Iranian dental care providers, focusing on insomnia, anxiety, depression, and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Methods In this multicenter cross‐sectional survey, the Insomnia Severity Index, the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale, and the Global Psychotrauma Screening were masured. Six hundred thirty‐eight dental care providers (dental specialists, general dentists, dental hygienists, dental assistants, and dental students) from different parts of Iran (Tehran, Shiraz, Tabriz, and Mashhad) were investigated by the stratified sampling method. The univariate analysis was incorporated as independent in binary logistic regression models to analyze the data. In this study, the significance level was set at 0.05. Results Among all the participants, 42.8% were dental students or residents, 21.9% were general or specialist dentists, 18.7% were dental assistants, and 16.6% were nonclinicians. The prevalence of insomnia, anxiety, and depression was 31.3%, 40.8%, and 54.9%, respectively. The frequency of participants in the low, moderate, and high levels of PTSD resulting from LCA 56.6%, 33.7%, and 9.7%, respectively. Conclusions This study found a significant frequency of mental health issues among Iranian dentists. Females, participants whose relatives have COVID‐19, and those with a higher workload were more likely to develop mental health symptoms. As mental problems among dental professionals might affect the quality of patient care, diagnostic, supportive, and therapeutic interventions should be taken.

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“…Em relação às consequências na saúde, considerando os riscos laborais da profissão, apesar da suspensão dos atendimentos eletivos, os profissionais de saúde bucal não foram afastados dos serviços, sendo considerados essenciais no enfrentamento pandemia, geralmente sob pressão e com múltiplas funções em ambientes muitas vezes avaliados como de estrutura inadequada, aumentando a exposição desses profissionais, e consequentemente, o risco de contaminação dos mesmos. No que se refere à saúde mental autorreferida, não foram observadas diferenças notáveis entre os setores, contrariando pesquisa que apontou que cirurgiõesdentistas do setor privado apresentaram mais sintomas psicológicos quando comparados aos que trabalhavam em setor público, apresentando de três a quatro vezes mais chances de se sentirem ansiosos ou depressivos 19,22,23 .…”

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Implicações da covid-19 em cirurgiões-dentistas nos setores público e privado

Ferraz Gomes,

Da Silveira Gaspar,

Avani Silva Ceissler

2024

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Em março de 2020, a doença da covid-19 foi considerada uma pandemia pela Organização Mundial da Saúde, provocando diversas consequências nos aspectos pessoais e profissionais das equipes de saúde bucal. Objetivos: Analisar as implicações da pandemia da covid-19 em cirurgiões-dentistas nos setores público e privado de Pernambuco, considerando as suas respectivas atividades laborais, dados socioeconômicos e situação de saúde desses trabalhadores. Métodos: Estudo quantitativo, descritivo e analítico de corte transversal, desenvolvido por meio de levantamento de dados secundários no período de junho a dezembro de 2020. Resultados: Pode-se evidenciar que as questões relacionadas aos efeitos financeiros negativos para o setor privado e biossegurança insuficiente para o setor público reforçam a existência de desigualdades entre os sistemas de atuação dos profissionais de saúde bucal. Conclusões: É essencial a proposta de estratégias de suporte psicológico e financeiro para os profissionais de saúde bucal buscando o adequado restabelecimento aos serviços odontológicos, além da construção de políticas públicas voltadas para a valorização da odontologia e maior democratização do acesso à saúde bucal. Palavras-chave: Odontologia; Covid-19; Saúde Bucal; Recursos Humanos em Saúde.

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Survey of Mental Health of Dentists in the COVID-19 Pandemic in the UK

Cited by 26 publications

References 11 publications

Salivary Cortisol and Anxiety in Canadian Dentists over 1 Year of COVID-19

Salivary Cortisol and Anxiety in Canadian Dentists over 1 Year of COVID-19

The psychological toll of the COVID‐19 pandemic on dental care providers in Iran: A multicenter cross‐sectional study

Implicações da covid-19 em cirurgiões-dentistas nos setores público e privado

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