Burnout is a mental and physical state that occurs when our body-mind system is constantly exposed to high levels of stress. The point where our system can no longer handle stress is different for everyone. Common signs of possible burnout are depleted energy levels that result in procrastination, hopelessness, and self-doubt.

One easy way to combat stress associated with professional pressure and recover from workday worries is by listening to innovative dental podcasts. These podcasts offer a wealth of information that you may be able to employ to help manage the feelings that arise from the everyday challenges of the dental industry. The best part is that you can listen on the go, making this a restorative activity that you can complete any time.

In 2020, around 50% of Americans reported being podcast fans. Here are some of the top dental podcasts that can help you upskill, manage work-related anxiety, and relieve stress:

• The Dental Hacks is hosted by Alan Mead, DDS, and Jason Lipscomb, DDS. It focuses on interviews with compelling people on hot-button topics in dentistry. That is all done in a funny, authentic way.
• The Dental Podcast Network Channel 2 offers podcasts from many different and knowledgeable contributors. Topics range from protecting our public health to dental assistant talk, allowing you to access a smorgasbord of dental fare.
• Beyond the Prophy will empower and inspire you to seek career excellence while pursuing your passion. The show is hosted by Jasmin Haley, who will give you straight talk and great advice.
• The ZZZ Pack focuses on the issues surrounding dental sleep practice. The show is hosted by Lisa Moler, a dental sleep practice expert; Erin Elliott, DDS, a lecturer in dental sleep and short-term orthodontics; and Jason Tierney, the founder of the North American Dental Sleep Medicine Symposium.