Measuring tooth vibrations induced during cavity preparation with time-averaged holography and its influence on near vision acuity in dentists.

The aim of this study was to quantify vibrations and their influence on visual acuity. The study consisted of two parts, laboratory and clinical. Time-averaged holographic interferometry (TAHI) method was used in laboratory for measuring the amplitude of tooth vibrations induced by dental handpiece.

Orthostatics and chronic venous insufficiency in Croatian doctors of dental medicine.

The purpose of the study was to point to occupational exposure of dental medicine doctors in Croatia and to the effect of static performance on developing venous disease. The study included 120 subjects, 60 of them doctors of dental medicine and 60 from other professions. The study was focused on finding a way to upgrade preventive measures against developing chronic venous insufficiency and the quality of life of dental medicine doctors.