The Hidden Cost of Being a Dentist: How to Heal Your Body and Mind

I’m Dr. Tarsys Loayza Roys, and I deeply understand your daily exhaustion. After two decades in the dental field, I know what it feels like to be physically worn down. In Cartagena, from my clinic, Sonrisa Perfecta Dental (Perfect Smile Dental), I’ve seen how our profession slowly consumes us.

We contort our bodies, inhale toxins, and live in constant stress with no room for error. However, all is not lost; today I want to share my personal healing process with you. Discover here the real dangers of our work and the vital strategies to safeguard your well-being. Join me and regain your balance today!

The Physical Pain Behind Every Appointment

Dentistry is destroying our bodies day after day. We contort our postures for hours to treat patients. Wearing heavy magnifying glasses on our heads causes severe damage. As a result, we suffer from neck pain and constant chronic tension.
Our spines are affected by these forced positions. Your body isn’t designed to maintain this posture daily. Furthermore, our eyes work overtime under intense surgical lights. This causes eye strain, dryness, and vision impairment.

Stress and Irreversible Sensory Damage

We live in a constant state of fight or flight. High-risk procedures allow no margin for error. This leads to chronic muscle tension and an exhausted nervous system. The accumulated stress prevents our bodies from truly resting.
Our ears also suffer from the noise of the suction. The sound of the drill causes irreversible hearing loss. These are irreversible damages we face because of our profession.

The Invisible Threat of Toxins

We inhale hazardous substances in our regular work environment. We are exposed to disinfectants, bacteria, and amalgam particles. The polluted air contains heavy metals like mercury. These toxins accumulate in our bodies, affecting our overall health.

How to Protect Your Health and Reclaim Your Life

I’ve learned that we must protect ourselves from this constant onslaught. Here are my essential recommendations for survival:

• Necessary actions in the office:
• Perform blood tests to detect heavy metals.
• Install HEPA filters to purify the air in the operating room.
• Always wear a double mask during procedures.
• Use noise-canceling headphones to protect your hearing.

Personal wellness habits:

• Rest your eyes and blink frequently.
• Take a short break every hour to move around.
• Do weight training to strengthen your spine.
• Stay hydrated and jump around to boost your energy.

Dentists are always ready and eager to serve our patients. The next time you visit your dentist, give them a hug and try to understand them a little better. We work every day to give you a truly perfect smile.

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