title: Using a dental operating microscope in a pediatric dental practice.
abstract: It often is suggested that using a dental operating microscope on children cannot work because of their inability to sit still. Not only is this premise incorrect, but also using the microscope can improve the ergonomics of practicing dentistry and, in some cases, reduce the potential for head and neck strain.
authors.forename: Lawrence A
authors.initials: LA
authors.lastname: Kotlow
mesh_terms: D002648:Child; D003748:Dental Equipment; D006801:Humans; D008853:Microscopy / Q000295:instrumentation*; D010377:Pediatric Dentistry / Q000295:instrumentation*