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Enhancing Ergonomics for Dentists and Surgeons: Promoting Health, Efficiency, and Career Longevity

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ErgoPractice News – March/April 2025 By Jin Chang PhD jchang@surgitel.com Summary Dentists and surgeons devote their professional lives to improving patient health, often engaging in complex procedures that require precision, concentration, and prolonged static or awkward positioning. However, inadequate ergonomics can result in chronic pain, musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs), fatigue, and shortened careers, with studies indicating […]

Enhance Your Practice: Three CE Courses on Magnification and Ergonomics for Dental Professionals

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ErgoPractice News – Jan/Feb 2025 By Jin Chang PhD jchang@surgitel.com Summary Did you know that between 64% and 93% of dentists and dental hygienists experience work-related musculoskeletal pain?1 The solution to working pain-free might lie in better ergonomics education. Ergonomics is vital in dentistry, where professionals often work in static, awkward positions that can lead […]

Introducing the New VAL LED: A Game-Changer for Clinicians

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ErgoPractice News – Nov/Dec 2024 By Jin Chang PhD jchang@surgitel.com Summary The world of dental and clinical illumination has evolved dramatically with the introduction of the VAL™ (Voice-Activated Light) Digital LED Headlight System. Designed with cutting-edge technology, this revolutionary product allows clinicians to activate their headlight system using a simple voice command, significantly enhancing workflow […]

A Guide to Choosing the Best Surgical Loupes & LED Headlights for Residents

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ErgoPractice News – Sept/Oct 2024 By Jin Chang PhD jchang@surgitel.com Summary As a medical resident, investing in the right surgical loupe and LED headlight is a crucial step in ensuring precision, comfort, and long-term health. Loupes can enhance your vision, allowing you to perform procedures with greater accuracy. However, choosing the right pair requires careful […]

Preparing for a Dental Loupe Fair: A Guide for Dental and Hygiene Students

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ErgoPractice News – July/Aug 2024 By Jin Chang PhD jchang@surgitel.com Summary Attending a loupe fair is an exciting and essential milestone for dental and hygiene students. Loupes are a critical tool in modern dentistry, enhancing precision and ergonomics during procedures. Choosing the right pair of loupe and LED headlight can significantly impact your comfort and […]

Surgical Neutral LED Headlights for Dentistry

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ErgoPractice News – May/June 2024 By Jin Chang PhD jchang@surgitel.com Summary In modern dentistry, achieving proper illumination in the oral cavity is crucial for clinical success. Insufficient lighting not only compromises the quality of care but can also lead to discomfort and fatigue for clinicians. SurgiTel’s latest innovation, the Surgical Mini and Surgical Micro Neutral […]

SurgiTel’s Hybrid Ergo™ Loupes: Best of Ergonomics and Direct Vision

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ErgoPractice News – Nov/Dec 2023 By Jin Chang PhD jchang@surgitel.com Summary SurgiTel’s Hybrid Ergo™ loupes incorporate our patented suspended magnification technology by positioning magnification oculars at the lowest point within a rimless bottom frame. This strategic placement, combined with the pantoscopic tilt of our lenses, creates an ergonomic loupe with a steep declination angle that […]