Special Episode - Supporting the Whole Dental Profession: Voices from the NJDA Wellness Summit

Episode Summary:

Dentistry is a rewarding profession—but it can also be physically demanding, emotionally taxing, and mentally exhausting.

In this special episode of New Jersey Word of Mouth, host Orville Morales takes you inside the NJDA Wellness Summit 2026: Supporting the Whole Dental Profession—an intimate, one-day event designed to help dental professionals prioritize their well-being.

Through real voices from speakers and attendees, this episode explores what wellness actually looks like in dentistry—from mental health and burnout, to nutrition, physical strain, mindset, and the importance of community.

You’ll hear insights from leaders in dental wellness, including Dr. Cathy Hung, Dr. Amit Vora, Dr. Alison Schreiber, Dr. Mark Andrawis, and others, alongside reflections from practicing dentists navigating the realities of the profession every day.

Whether you’re early in your career or decades in, this episode offers a moment to pause, reflect, and consider what it means to care for yourself while caring for others.

Because a healthier dental profession starts with healthier dental professionals.