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PubMed2005

[Spotlight on light].

An adequate perception is essential for a dentist because details are often just or just not visible. A proper use of light in the oral cavity (mouth of the patient), around the mouth and in the rest of the oral surgery, together with the use of light colours ought to make possible an optimal perception and colour matching. This can also prevent tiring adaptation of the eyes to too strong varying levels of light. Principles of a proper use of light and colours are described.

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PubMed2002

[Profession-related disorders of the locomotor apparatus. A multi-causal problem?].

This article provides information on the prevention of disorders among dentists and dental hygienists, for instance neck, shoulders, upper extremity, wrist and hand disorders. Many daily (strained) operating postures are described, and research data from the Sonde prevention project is mentioned. This data is compared with the newly implemented NEN-ISO-standard 11226. The standard lists the limits of static working postures. It becomes clear from this data that many dentists exceed these limits daily and work in overstrained postures. The article will further go into the complicated interrelationship of and connection between various interactive factors which intentionally and often unintentionally lead to static use of muscles. It may be a matter of cumulative effects that are multi-causally related, with the possible consequences. A further awakening within the dental profession, conditioning of young students into adopting a correct operating posture and purchasing ergonomically sound equipment may contribute to a healthier situation.

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