The Problem

Common phrases I hear from dental professionals in my own clinic

  • "My neck hurts so much after just 1 or 2 patients"

  • "I had to call out of work for the past week because my back hurt so bad."

  • "I'm thinking of retiring, my shoulders and neck are just getting so bad."

Why is this happening?

  • Poor Ergonomics: workstations that encourage improper positioning

  • Awkward Positions: bending and twisting to access the oral cavity

  • Lack of Movement: staying stationary throughout most of the workday

This results in:

  • Musculoskeletal Pain

    Neck, shoulder, and back pain being the most common, with worldwide studies showing 64-93% experience one or more of these conditions at any given time.

  • Absenteeism

    16% of dentists report missing work in the past year due to musculoskeletal pain.

  • Loss of Productivity

    Dental professionals experiencing pain are not as productive and can compromise their patient care, resulting in unsatisfied patients and employees.

  • Early Retirement

    Dentists and hygienists are more and more frequently changing occupations or retiring altogether due to musculoskeletal concerns.

  • Loss of Clinic Profit

    When employees can't work, patients don't receive high-quality care, and clinics lose employees, the cost to the clinic and overall bottom line can be astronomical.

The Solution

The EmpowerDent Program utilizes a proactive approach to health and well-being, equipping dental professionals with practical tools and knowledge to maintain proper posture, ergonomics, and self-care practices. By fostering these healthy habits, the program aims to reduce absenteeism, increase productivity, and improve the bottom line for dental clinics.

Meet Dr. Mercer

Dr. Nicholas Mercer, a dedicated physical therapist with a deep understanding of the dental field and years of experience treating dental professionals, recognized the problems these workers were facing, and came up with the solution.
But he wasn't alone: The EmpowerDent Program is the result of his close collaboration with the esteemed dentists Dr. Austin Hoan and Dr. Denisse Hoan of Alafaya Dental Care, who generously opened their clinic to Dr. Mercer to observe their employees and help create the comprehensive solution you have access to today.

This is NOT a quick fix or a short-term solution, but a comprehensive system designed to instill long-lasting, effective habits that will have a profound impact on the health and success of dental clinics.

Take a Peak

    1. Terms of Use

    1. A Message from Dr. Nicholas Mercer

    1. Introduction

    2. Download the Ergonomic Tracker

    3. Your Ideal Position

    4. Ideal Patient Position

    5. Ideal Tool Position (Working Area)

    6. Dentist with Assistant Position

    7. Instrument Guidelines

    8. Types of Chairs

    1. Introduction

    2. Download the Exercise Tracker

    3. Common Postural Faults

    4. Forward Head with Rotation

    5. Retracted Shoulders

    6. Shoulder Elevation and Internal Rotation

    7. Sidebending Spine

    8. Lumbar Flexion When Standing

    9. Posterior Pelvic Tilt When Seated

    10. Rotated Hips

    11. Flexed/Extended Wrists

    1. Introduction

    2. Headache and/or Neck Pain

    3. Upper Back Pain

    4. Elbow/Forearm/Wrist Pain

    5. Shoulder Pain

    6. Lower Back Pain

    7. Numbness/Tingling in Upper Extremities

    8. Sciatica or Numbness/Tingling in Foot

About this course

  • 29 lessons

Benefits of this Revolutionary Program

EmpowerDent's benefits are multifaceted, and they revolve around three main pillars: Decreased Absenteeism, Increased Productivity, and Improved Clinic Bottom Line.

Decreased Absenteeism: The program is designed to minimize work-related musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) common in dental professionals, which can lead to absenteeism. By offering preventive measures, ergonomic solutions, and wellness strategies, EmpowerDent can help reduce the prevalence of these issues, resulting in less time off work due to physical discomfort or injury.

Increased Productivity: As a secondary effect of decreased absenteeism, EmpowerDent also contributes to increased productivity. When dental professionals are healthy, comfortable, and pain-free, they can focus better on their tasks, leading to more efficient and effective work. Moreover, the program provides strategies for stress management and work-life balance, further enhancing productivity.

Improved Clinic Bottom Line: All of these benefits contribute to an improved bottom line for dental clinics. With less absenteeism and higher productivity, clinics can better serve their patients, leading to increased patient satisfaction and, subsequently, a more successful and profitable practice.

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  • Decreased Absenteeism

    The program is designed to minimize work-related musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) common in dental professionals, which can lead to absenteeism. By offering preventive measures, ergonomic solutions, and wellness strategies, EmpowerDent can help reduce the prevalence of these issues, resulting in less time off work due to physical discomfort or injury.

  • Increased Productivity

    As a secondary effect of decreased absenteeism, EmpowerDent also contributes to increased productivity. When dental professionals are healthy, comfortable, and pain-free, they can focus better on their tasks, leading to more efficient and effective work. Moreover, the program provides strategies for stress management and work-life balance, further enhancing productivity.

  • Improved Clinic Bottom Line

    All of these benefits contribute to an improved bottom line for dental clinics. With less absenteeism and higher productivity, clinics can better serve their patients, leading to increased patient satisfaction and, subsequently, a more successful and profitable practice.

Why Choose EmpowerDent?

What sets EmpowerDent apart is its comprehensive, convenient, and expert-guided approach to improving the wellbeing of dental professionals.

  • Expert Guidance- from a Doctor of Physical Therapy with experience treating and advising dentists and dental hygienists.

  • Convenient Online Format- EmpowerDent is offered in a flexible online format that can be accessed anywhere, anytime.

  • Comprehensive Curriculum- Unlike a "Lunch & Learn", EmpowerDent is a comprehensive system designed to instill effective, long-term habits.

  • Ongoing Support- we don't just deliver a course and move on: we provides ongoing support to ensure that participants continue to apply and benefit from the system.

For Individual Dental Professionals

Designed specifically for individual dental professionals who want to take control of their health and well-being. Includes modules on ergonomics, stretching exercises, pain management techniques, and access to an online community of fellow dental professionals for ongoing support and knowledge exchange.
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For Business with Multiple Employees

Discounts available!

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