A Novel Ergonomic Curette Design Reduces Dental Prophylaxis-Induced Muscle Work and Fatigue.

Kairong LinCherie WinkBen DolanKathryn OsannThomas H BrannaganJill GehrigPetra Wilder-Smith

Published in: Dentistry journal (2023)

A novel adaptive curette handle design that enables the clinician to adapt the instrument across the index finger may reduce musculoskeletal burden and fatigue, as well as improve comfort during periodontal instrumentation.

Keyphrases

sleep quality
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oxidative stress
patient reported outcomes
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