2019 AAO Annual Session - Embrace Happiness: How to Reduce Stress, Stay Focused, and Find Joy

Recent Studies reported in dental literature confirm that orthodontists are subject to a variety of stress-related physical and emotional problems. We will explore why this is the case and then what we can do to reduce stress in the orthodontic office. We will also explore different methods to find and maintain happiness. Lastly, I will recommend digital tools to optimize one’s time, leaving room for the things that are most important in our lives and practices.

Learning Objectives:

• Explore techniques to reduce stress in the dental office.
• Identify methods to find and maintain happiness.
• Utilize available digital tools to optimize your time.