Brandi Hooker Evans, RDH and I discuss how to have less stress by increasing patient acceptance through the implementation of specific protocols. We also discuss how to apply those principles to our personal lives.
Category Archives: Self-care
Episode 28: Offer Chaos a Cup of Coffee
How do you handle chaos in a dental office?
Is there a better way?
Listen to this quick episode to find out.
Child’s Pose Variation: Yoga for Stiff Lower Back
The other night, I must’ve slept funny because I woke up with a stiff lower back. Then I spent hours at my desk which didn’t help. Here’s a simple child’s pose variation that offered me some relief by stretching my lower back. Try this at work, in between patients or at lunch time to give your back a gentle stretch.
Episode 26: Burnout and Balance with Laura Schwindt, DMD
In this episode, Dr. Laura Schwindt and I about how professional burnout looked for each of us physically and mentally. We discuss ways dental professionals can bring more balance into their lives and how to get individualized help.
Episode 25: Reduce Stress & Anxiety with the OculoCardiac Reflex
This is a discreet way to reduce stress and anxiety while you’re working, or anytime! This technique is similar to Palming (see that video on the Yoga for Dentists YouTube Channel) but requires less time and is less obvious when practiced in your dental office.
Episode 23: Mindful Eating for Weight Loss with Natanya Brown, DMD
Endodontist and Weight Loss Coach Dr. Natanya Brown and I discuss common weight-loss pitfalls for dental professionals and how using mindfulness can help you lose weight.
Queen Pose: Yoga for Tight Hips & Sleep
Queen pose (reclining bound angle pose) is a great way to open tight hips, stretch your groin and get ready for a luxurious sleep. If you can, do this pose daily for at least 5 minutes and up to 20 minutes. Don’t be surprised if you end up so relaxed that you fall asleep.
Episode 21: Common Musculoskeletal Issues in Dentistry & Yoga Therapy with Caitlin Parsons, RDH
In this episode, Registered Dental Hygienist and Yoga Therapist Caitlin Parsons and I discuss the common musculoskeletal issues she sees in her dental clients, what yoga therapy is and why you should consider it as part of your “career longevity” toolbox! 🧘🏻♀️🙏🏻 🦷
Yoga for Stiff Necks
Do you need to release tension in your neck? That’s a silly question to ask dental care providers. Of course you do! Do these simple yoga moves in between patients, with or without your PPE! Breathe through each movement to loosen up a tight neck during a busy day of dentistry.
Episode 20: Box Breathing -A Stress Management Tutorial for Dentists
In this episode, I answer a question I received by DM from a dentist who is new to yoga. There are so many styles of yoga, which type is best for dentists? Watch this to hear my opinion based on over 20 years of experience. 🧘🏻♀️🙏🏻 🦷
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