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Dentists are at an increasing risk of contracting the disease; working in mouths and constantly exposed to patient respiratory droplets and aerosols.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Objective<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>We explored the experiences of Nova Scotian dentists including motivation to work and perceived organizational support during a global public health crisis.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Methods<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>This was a mixed-methods study utilizing a sequential exploratory design. Phase 1 involved qualitative interviews with eight Nova Scotian dentists regarding their pandemic experiences. In Phase 2, a cross-sectional survey informed by Phase 1 focused on motivation to work and perceived organizational support. Descriptive statistics summarized the study sample, while Chi-square and t-tests explored associations and differences between subgroups.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Phase 1 revealed logistical and physical challenges, including difficulty obtaining and working in personal protective equipment. Barriers to motivation included financial stresses and concern about patients without care. A key recommendation was against complete practice shut down in future pandemics. Clear return to work plans provided by the Nova Scotia Dental Association (NSDA) were identified as important support. Phase 2 revealed a high level of perceived organizational and regulatory body support among respondents (n\u2009=\u200919). Men exhibited slightly higher intrinsic motivation compared to women. 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