The end of the academic level/term is a much energized time in many ways. In the CADH dental hygiene program at the moment, wrapping up clinical requirements is the focus of level 2 and level 3 students. Level 1 students are only just beginning to be familiar with the application of the clinical process, as they begin partner care. The learning curve for these students at this point, and generally up until the midpoint of level 2, is steep. As part of the introduction to clinical practice, students in level 1 are also introduced to resources to use during clinical practice, in line with ergonomics. Students are introduced to using loupes.
When fitted for loupes, dental and dental hygiene professionals and students receive advice on proper working positions, client positions, optimal working distances and neutral angles. Having such tools right from the beginning of onea��s practice reinforces proper ergonomics to optimize operator comfort and health while working and as a result, potentially extending onea��s career.
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a�? 2 out of 3 dental professionals suffer from MSD (musculoskeletal disorders)
a�? Over 90% of hygienists have MSD
a�? 70% of students experience pain due to poor work habits