Ergonomics in dental practice

ABSTRACT

Dentistry particularly the practice of general dentistry is a high risk profession for the development of musculoskeletal disorders as it requires high visual demands which result in the adoption of fixed postures. The aims of this paper are; firstly to highlight the extent of musculoskeletal problems related to the dental professionals in different parts of the world and secondly to describe the term ergonomics in dental practice and finally, to emphasize the management with specific and general recommendations. It is hoped that the paper will help dental professionals to adopt correct postures, which will enhance their working capacity to work in a pain free environment to deliver quality dental care to their patients