Dental

A Review of SurgiTel’s New Ergo IQ™

ErgoPractice News – May/June 2026 By Jin Chang PhD jchang@surgitel.com Summary SurgiTel’s Ergo IQ™ is a next-generation ergonomic loupe built for comfort, clarity, and clinical workflow. Currently available in 3x, 3.5x, and 4.5x, its lightweight, low-profile design supports better posture while keeping you connected to your patient and environment. With a wide field of view, […]

What Sports Mechanics Can Teach Us About Clinical Ergonomics

ErgoPractice News – March/April 2026 By Jin Chang PhD jchang@surgitel.com Summary Across many sports, the most efficient and powerful movements occur when the hands stay close to the body’s core. Baseball batters generate force by keeping their hands tight to their core during the swing, while golfers maintain control and leverage through a connected, compact […]

The Hidden Cost of Cheap Optics: Why Quality Matters in Magnification Loupes

In recent years, the optical market has seen a surge of low-cost, mass-produced loupes. Many of these products are manufactured by third-party suppliers and while these lower-cost options may appear attractive, the reality is that poor-quality optics can lead to compromised performance, increased eye strain, and even long-term health consequences.

Beyond Neck Tilt: A Holistic Approach to Clinician Ergonomics

Competitor marketing often focuses narrowly on posture, promoting loupe systems that claim to eliminate musculoskeletal risk through single features such as fixed deflection angles or refractive optics. While posture is undeniably an important factor, research demonstrates it represents only one dimension of the complex ergonomic challenges faced by dental and surgical clinicians.

The Truth About Ergonomics in Loupes: A Comprehensive Response to Other Loupe Manufacturer Claims

Recent marketing efforts by loupe manufacturers have claimed to offer the “only clinically proven ergonomic loupe”. This assertion focuses on the benefits of refractive loupes with deflection prism, positioning them as the exclusive solution for chronic neck and back pain in dental professionals.

Two Little-Known Lighting Tips for Better Visualization in the OR

When it comes to surgical precision, most surgeons know the value of excellent loupes and proper ergonomics, but lighting often gets overlooked. And yet, the right lighting setup can make a noticeable difference in clarity, comfort, and even surgical outcomes.

Laser Safety 101: Top 10 Questions Dentists Ask About Laser Protection

Protect your most valuable tools — your eyes — with laser safety solutions you can trust. SurgiTel and Innovative Optics have teamed up to deliver U.S.-made, certified laser protection built to work seamlessly with your dental loupes.

Learn the top 10 things every dentist needs to know about laser safety — and discover why protecting your vision has never been easier.

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

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.

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

Did you know that between 64% and 93% of dentists and dental hygienists experience work-related musculoskeletal pain? The solution to working pain-free might lie in better ergonomics education.