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Ergonomics: prevention is better than cure — A comprehensive Review

Author(s) Dr. Mythili Kunta, Ms. Garimella Umadevi, Ms. Ponugubati Suchelsy
Country India
Abstract Dentistry demands a high degree of precision, concentration, and technical expertise performed within a remarkably restricted clinical field. These requirements inevitably expose clinicians to a series of biomechanical, visual, and psychological stressors that, over time, predispose them to work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs).The intimate scale of the oral cavity forces operators into sustained static posture while simultaneously requiring fine motor control, visual acuity, and repetitive hand-arm movements. Such conditions generate chronic strain within the cervical, lumbar, and shoulder regions, contributing to early-career fatigue and long-term occupational disability. This expanded review synthesizes contemporary evidence on the ergonomic risk factors inherent in dental practice and integrates newer domains of applied ergonomics—including digital dentistry, operator–assistant choreography, workplace design, visual ergonomics, and technologically assisted posture correction. Emerging literature strongly supports early ergonomic training, structured micro-break routines, optimized operatory layouts, and the use of magnification loupes, saddle seating, and AI-based posture monitoring systems. This comprehensive article emphasizes the essential role of ergonomics in sustaining practitioner health, enhancing procedural efficiency, and ensuring professional longevity
Keywords rgonomics, Ergodontics, Musculoskeletal Disorders, Dentistry, Operator Positioning, Four-Handed Dentistry, Posture.Technological Advances.
Field Medical / Pharmacy
Published In Volume 8, Issue 1, January-February 2026
Published On 2026-01-07
DOI https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2026.v08i01.63492
Short DOI https://doi.org/hbh55h
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