Ergonomics

How ergonomic loupes and a wireless headlight helped a high-performing hygienist reach new heights and teach best practices.

This new loupe has the highest ergo magnification from Orascoptic yet, promising precision and comfort for the practitioner.

A new lightweight frame from Orascoptic enables comfortable customization for optimal visual performance.

Breath has more impact on stress and life than we realize, and sometimes the key to de-stressing can be simply changing the way we breathe.

Hygienists are at a heightened risk for musculoskeletal disorders due to the nature of the profession, but there are ways to prevent or decrease the risk of suffering later. Here are 6 tips on how.

TBS Dental’s newest line of scalers and curettes, called rezSHARP, is designed to provide clinicians with a more ergonomic and sharper instrument experience for longer.

It’s critical to understand and implement proper ergonomics in order to maintain a long, healthy career.

These new smart glasses from NuEyes are not only ergonomic, but they also hold key technologies to give clinicians on-screen insights during treatment.

Here are some of the product launches featured this April, ranging from 3D printers to new practice management software.

Everyday life can take a toll on us, adding unnecessary stress to the point of exhaustion and mood changes. How does one manage stress when working in an environment like the dental practice?

With how physically demanding dentistry can be, it is important to take good care of yourself for long-term success and happiness.

Orascoptic’s newest loupes are high definition, high clarity, and tout an enhanced ergonomic element to protect clinicians’ long-term health.

[SPONSORED] John Flucke, DDS, shares his experience trying out the latest loupe innovation from Orascoptic.

A study done on loupes and muscle strain demonstrated that Admetec’s Ergo loupes were less stressful on the dental professional versus conventional loupes.

Stress takes a physical toll on the body, which can and will make your job as a dental professional more difficult. We look at what stress does to the nervous system.

Dental hygienists may face a variety of health risks during their careers, but there are effective ways to avoid and minimize harm.

We take a look at the unique history of dental chairs and where the standard of today came from.

Synthesis cabinetry designed to improve usable storage and ergonomic reach for dental caregivers.

Pac-Dent has announced a new cordless hygiene handpiece called the ProMate CL.

New loupes provide protection for the wearer's eyes via innovative silicone inserts.

There are ways to mitigate headaches and fatigue caused by consistent usage of N95 masks.

Despite limited access to gyms and group exercise opportunities, dental professionals must get regular exercise during the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic.

Movement and posture are key in staying pain-free during the delivery of dental care.

Headaches can be caused by neck pain in one of the most-used muscles during the delivery of dental care.

Exercise is good for your health, but certain workouts can actually cause pain for the dental professional.

How self-care is more than just a ‘buzzword’ and why it’s important for hygienists.

Here’s why you should replace superman with the bird dog.

Loupes are an expensive investment that should last you many years. Find a loupe that will improve your health-not make it worse.

All three types of exercise offer important benefits for dentists. Learn how to incorporate all of them in only 30 minutes per day. Dear Bethany: As a full-time dentist, I have constraints on my available time to exercise. Where should I put my emphasis in my exercise routine? Should I focus more on aerobic exercise, stretching or strengthening?