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Ergonomics

Rethinking movement, posture, and ergonomic longevity for hygienists

Posture myths are holding hygienists back. Strength, movement, and postural variability—not static “perfect posture”—are the true keys to ergonomic longevity.
Nov. 25, 2025
No more death grip! Grab items in your op with a light touch.
Instruments/Handpieces

Reduce pinch and grip force for healthier hands in your op

Nov. 13, 2025
Dental hygienists should provide as much care as they can from the 11 to 1 o'clock position.
Ergonomics

Stop twisting your spine: Clock positions every clinician should know

Oct. 31, 2025
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Sharpen your instruments regularly, for the life of the instruments and to avoid MSDs.
Instruments/Handpieces

Staying sharp: A guide to instrument maintenance for dental hygienists

Oct. 28, 2025
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Instruments/Handpieces

Dental ergonomics and instrument design: How adaptive curettes reduce muscle strain and improve clinician comfort

Oct. 8, 2025
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Think about a hands-free device that’s attached to your suction and inserted into the patient's mouth.
Instruments/Handpieces

Stop holding that suction! Your posture will thank you

Sept. 12, 2025
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Unboxing with Annie: Micro Ergo Elite Loupes from Enova

Sept. 10, 2025
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Pain does not have to be a given in the dental op. Ergonomic solutions are available.
Ergonomics

Why reaching and twisting are wrecking your body—and wasting time in dentistry

Sept. 9, 2025
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Ergonomics

The chair we use the most: Does it fit your body?

Aug. 18, 2025

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