Response to Disturbing Mail Sent to Dental Professionals:
On March 11th, 2025, SKCDS was made aware of the recent reports involving disturbing correspondence that have been sent to dental professionals in our communities. These letters, which promote harmful actions, have understandably caused significant distress within our dental professional community as well as those who have received them.
It is our sincere intention to stand with our dental professionals and express our unwavering support. Our hope is that the individual(s) responsible are found and held accountable and that they receive the care and resources that appear to be (potentially) needed.
To Our Dental Communities:
Please be cautious of any mail you receive where the sender or location being sent from is unfamiliar or unexpected. Any threatening correspondence, or correspondence that promote self-harm, should be reported to local police immediately. It is further advised that any recipients should handle this mail minimally.
We encourage all Dentists, Dental Professionals, and Dental Support Staff (clinical, administrative, etc.) to lean into your support networks and professional communities. It is crucial that we continue to foster support and connection during challenging times. Our relationships provide invaluable resources and a sense of belonging that can help navigate personal and professional obstacles, including disturbing and harmful words.
This further reminds us to prioritize mental health as a component of our overall well-being. Please take time to evaluate proactive steps you can take to care for yourself. Our mental health ensure we remain resilient and equipped for the various challenges life often throws our way.
If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, please reach out to the Suicide Crisis Hotline for immediate support. The contact below accepts both phone calls and text messages, additionally, you can reach out via the Regional Crisis Line.
| Call or Text: 988 | Regional Crisis Line: (206) 461-3222 |
For more resource: King County Crisis Services
Related Information from WSDA: WSDA Disturbing Mail Targeting Dentists in Washington
Your well-being is important, SKCDS strongly encourages all to lean into available resources for support.
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Mr. Paul Schaber of The Management Trust can answer 20-30 minutes of Human Resource questions for SKCDS members. To access this benefit, log into SKCDS's Resources "Home Page" for contact information. 
