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Burnout Syndrome among Lebanese Pediatric Dentists: An Epidemiological Study

Background: Burnout is the result of unsuccessful management of chronic work related stress. The syndrome is characterized by three dimensions: emotional exhaustion, depersonalization and reduced personal accomplishment. It is considered a risk to dentists where they face various types of stressors including constant time pressure and low patient appreciation. Additional sources of pressure are present in pediatric dentistry such as uncooperative and fearful patients. Aim of the Study: The aim of the study was to determine the prevalence of burnout among Lebanese pediatric dentists and to analyze various factors accomplishment was higher when respondents exercised moderately ( P = .04). The prevalence of overall burnout was found 3.4% with male pediatric dentists experiencing more burnout than females ( P = .03). Conclusion: Burnout in its three dimensions’ model was experienced by few pediatric dentists in Lebanon with gender predominance towards males.