ASSESSMENT OF VISUAL FUNCTIONAL STATE IN DENTAL PRACTITIONERS UNDER OCCUPATIONAL CONDITIONS
Abstract
Dental professionals are exposed to multiple occupational factors, among which visual strain plays a dominant role. This study evaluates the functional condition of the visual analyzer in dentists under real working conditions, considering lighting parameters and workload intensity. The findings indicate a progressive decline in visual performance indicators throughout the workday, reflecting the development of occupational fatigue. The results emphasize the importance of optimizing workplace lighting and microclimatic conditions.
Keywords
occupational health, dentistry, visual analyzer, visual fatigue, critical flicker fusion frequency, information processing capacity.
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