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INVESTIGATING POSTURAL CHANGES DURING TOOTH EXTRACTION PRACTICE AMONG STUDENTS AND POSTGRADUATE STUDENTS AT CAN THO UNIVERSITY MEDICAL HOSPITAL IN 2023
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Background: The practice of dentistry demands precise maneuvers and excellent control, making the muscles involved prone to fatigue and discomfort for dentists. Proper working posture is crucial to prevent injuries resulting from incorrect positioning, which could lead to long-term disability, safeguarding and promoting practitioners' health, thereby enhancing work efficiency. Objective: To determine the rate of posture changes and analyze the associated factors regarding changes in the working posture of dental practitioners during tooth extractions at Can Tho University of Medicine and Pharmacy Hospital in 2023. Materials and method: A cross-sectional descriptive study involving 270 fifth-year and sixth-year dental students, postgraduate students, and maxillofacial surgeons at Can Tho University of Medicine and Pharmacy. Results: The rate of posture changes among dental practitioners was 64,8%. Factors associated with posture changes during tooth extractions included sixth-year student status, surgical extractions (p≤0,05). Conclusion: The study reveals a significant rate of posture changes among dental students and trainees at Can Tho University, influenced by various factors, It underscores the importance of enhancing knowledge and experience regarding proper tooth extraction posture, as well as implementing ergonomics principles to prevent musculoskeletal disorders effectively.
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posture, ergonomic, musculoskeletal disorders
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