Mindful Smiles Hub

Many dental practitioners experience struggles with their mental health and wellbeing, and up to 60% of people with a mental illness will not seek help. The Mindful Smiles Hub aims to bring together resources and support for dental practitioners to help overcome stigma and improve mental health and wellbeing.

Our values

Recognising the both the significant burden of mental health problems in the dental profession in Australia and the impact that has, a group of dental practitioners came together to create Mindful Smiles as a way of providing a single point of reference to support our colleagues.

Our Strategy

The Mindful Smiles Hub is committed to improving the mental health and wellbeing of all members of the dental team across Australia. Find out more about our strategy.

Meet the Team

  • Melanie Aley

    A/Prof Melanie Aley is the Bachelor of Oral Health Program Director in the Sydney School of Dentistry. She teaches periodontics and professional practice. She is a Life Member of the Dental Hygienists Association of Australia for her contributions to the profession.

  • Peter Duke

    Dr Peter Duke is a dentist who completed his training in the UK, where he completed a Diploma in General Dental Practice from the Royal College of Surgeons, UK. He is currently a councillor of the Australian Dental Association Western Australia Branch and is very passionate about mental health and wellbeing.

  • Matt Hopcraft

    A/Prof Matt Hopcraft is a dental public health academic at the Melbourne Dental School. He is involved in researching the mental health and wellbeing of the dental team, and is a strong advocate for the dental profession.

  • Cecile le Roux

    Dr Cecile le Roux is an Ahpra registered psychologist, an accredited coaching psychologist (ISCP), and a former organisational behaviour and psychology professor. With over 20 years of international experience, she currently provides psychology, coaching, and consulting services focusing on the healthcare sector.

  • Roisin McGrath

    Dr Roisin McGrath is a Senior Lecturer at the Melbourne Dental School and the Director of the Bachelor of Oral Health Program. She has worked for over 30 years in the field of oral health and is qualified as a dental nurse, dental hygienist, and dental therapist. She is also a licenced Mental Health First Aid instructor.

  • Nicole Stormon

    Dr Nicole Stormon is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Queensland and Ahpra registered oral health therapist. She is also the Principal Research Fellow for Queensland Health Metro North Community and Oral Health.

  • Annalene Weston

    Dr Annalene Weston is a dentist who completed her undergraduate training in the UK. She has worked in the NHS and in private and public dentistry in Australia. She holds a Masters in Health Law from the University of Sydney. She works part-time in a suburban dental practice and is a dento-legal consultant for Dental Protection.

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