Ergonomics

Ergonomics

Crystal-clear vision: Dental operating microscopes in modern dentistry

Kevin Ohashi Lopez, MHA, BSDH, RDH

Dental operating microscopes (DOMs) can enhance clarity of vision and precision care for all dental professionals, including dental hygienists. Learn more about how DOMs can usher...

It’s all about the angles: A biomechanical explanation of workplace body pain

Katrina Klein, RDH, CEAS, CPT

Instruments/Handpieces

Sharpness matters: Surveying hygienists’ instrument use and challenges

Amelia Williamson DeStefano, MA

The enlightening role of headlights in dental hygiene

Caitlin Parsons, RDH, C-IAYT, CEAS

How hygienists can avoid the hunchback

Stephanie Botts, BSDH, RDH, CEAS

Obese dental patients can lead to ergonomic struggles

Katrina Klein, RDH, CEAS, CPT

Ergonomic loupes: Your key to practicing smarter dental hygiene

Caitlin Parsons, RDH, C-IAYT, CEAS

5 things to know about your body before practicing dental hygiene

Katrina Klein, RDH, CEAS, CPT

Loupes for dental hygienists: What to know before you buy

Melia Lewis, MEd, RDH

Promoting health and wellness of dental professionals throughout their career

Melody McGee, MBA, RDH, EPDH

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Instruments/Handpieces

Cutting the cord: Enhancing comfort and efficiency with cordless handpieces

Caitlin Parsons, RDH, C-IAYT, CEAS

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Why you need to be using a suctioning device

Stephanie Botts, BSDH, RDH, CEAS

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What I wish I knew before purchasing loupes

Melia Lewis, MEd, RDH

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Saddle stools: Finding that perfect fit

Caitlin Parsons, RDH, C-IAYT, CEAS

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Instruments/Handpieces

Differences between 11/12 and 15/16 Gracey

Melia Lewis, MEd, RDH

Katrina Klein, RDH, demonstrates her saddle stool.

Saddle stools: Don’t buy until you try

Katrina Klein, RDH, CEAS, CPT

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Instruments/Handpieces

The ergonomics of our grips on dental instruments

Stephanie Botts, BSDH, RDH, CEAS

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Oops, I did it again! Top 5 ergonomic mistakes in hygiene

Stephanie Botts, BSDH, RDH, CEAS

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Chronic pain from muscular imbalances: How to exercise correctly to avoid pain (part two)

Brianne Novaes, CPT

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Ouch! My first 365 days as a dental hygienist

Christina Lopez, CRDH