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A Review on Vibration and Its Ill Effects in Dentistry

Author(s):

Vikas Kumar , PEC University of Technology Chandigarh; Dr. Parveen Kalra, PEC University of Technology

Keywords:

Hand-arm vibrations, Dental tools, Rotary instruments, vibration harmfulness, SLV, LDV

Abstract

Intensive vibration can be transmitted to the hands and arm of the operator from vibrating tools, vibratory machinery or vibrating workpieces. Such situation occurs, for example, when a person handles tools such as pneumatic, electric, hydraulic, percussive tools. Depending on the type and place of work, vibration can enter one arm only, or both simultaneously, and may be transmitted through the hand and arm to the shoulder. The vibration of body parts and the perceived vibration are frequently a source of discomfort and possibly reduce proficiency. Continued, habitual use of many vibrating power tools has been found to be connected with various patterns of disease affecting the blood vessels, nerves, bones, joints, muscles or connective tissues of the hand and forearm.

Other Details

Paper ID: IJSRDV5I50179
Published in: Volume : 5, Issue : 5
Publication Date: 01/08/2017
Page(s): 258-264

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