In 2021 anyone can say they’re a “coach or consultant” …and they do! Dental Ergonomics is finally a hot topic so be on the lookout for what a legitimate Ergonomic ‘Consultant” looks like.Here’s why: Ergonomics in dentistry is about how the body moves in relation to the work environment and demand of the duties therein. …
Without proper ergonomics, work can be a painful experience. 1.) Keep your posture perfect. Make sure your body is centered and your thighs are horizontal with your knees. Find a position that is comfortable and remember to stay active when you can. Recent studies have shown that saddle style stools are a great aid …
Insanity is doing the same thing and expecting a different result. Here you are… cancelling days of production, missing work, in pain, resenting your patients before they ever walk in the door, your passion for dentistry diminishing. You get the news: surgery is your only option. But how?? You went to the chiropractor every month …
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In dentistry, we know that the mouth isn’t just a one tooth job. We don’t see a broken molar, stick a filling in and call it a day. We place the restoration, incorporate anatomy and check the occlusion. Why? Balance is essential to the mouth. A high or unbalanced restoration can lead to a variety …
Why would we want to wear a back/shoulder brace in dentistry anyway? The answer there is obvious – we are in pain! Our backs, shoulders, necks, hips and body overall hurt! We spend hours, days, years and decades hunched over people trying to see into a 3″ hole, while trying to isolate a single tooth …
When you hear the word ‘ergonomics’ the first thing that you may think is ‘sit up straight’. What most of us overlook is, the reason we often do not sit up straight has everything to do with muscle development. Bones do not hold up bones. Not even vertebrae. Muscles hold and keep the bones in …
A strong body is the foundation for strong ergonomics. Read More »