title: Dento-ergonomics: the key to energy-saving performance.
abstract: The application of ergonomics to dentistry, or dento-ergonomics, can increase efficiency and prevent injury. Among the factors that need to be considered are the height and reach of staff members, the equipment being used and the distribution of tasks. By implementing the theories of ergonomics, dental care providers can prolong their interest and commitment to dentistry by making difficult or even painful tasks less stressful.
authors.forename: R
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Pollack
mesh_terms: D002140:California; D012090:Cumulative Trauma Disorders / Q000517:prevention & control; D003748:Dental Equipment; D003770:Dental Offices; D004526:Efficiency; D006804:Ergonomics; D006801:Humans; D016272:Occupational Health / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence; D011187:Posture; D014481:United States; D014489:United States Occupational Safety and Health Administration