Ergonomics in Dentistry

By Vikas Singh, Ankita Jain, Harsh Prakash Srivastav

Ergonomics can be defined as 'an applied science concerned with designing and arranging things people use so that the people and things interact most efficiently and safely. Good working ergonomics is essential so that work capability, Efficiency and high clinical level of treatment can be maintained throughout the working life of dental professionals. The scope of ergonomics in dentistry is large: it ranges from chemistry between the dental team to lighting, noise and odor conditions and naturally to the used equipment and software. The treatment environment with the patient chair, dental unit, operating light, dynamic and hand instrumentation, cabinetry and peripheral equipment must be flexible. They need to adapt and guarantee good working postures, sufficient lighting and easy access to required instrumentation and materials for different working practices, clinical procedures and patient types.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 6208848369
• ISBN13: 9786208848361
• Release Date: March 2026
• Publisher: Scholars' Press
• Length: 92 Pages
• Weight: 0.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"