The placement of dental implants is becoming a routinely performed procedure in dental practice. Numerous techniques have been advocated to facilitate the placement of dental implants in a wide range of clinical scenarios. However, they are associated with their own share of patient related complications and discomfort. This article throws light on the various minimal invasive techniques available to facilitate implant placement with minimal complications and maximum patient acceptance.

Musculoskeletal disorders are of major concern among the medical practitioners. Most occupation-related musculoskeletal disorders arise due to motions that are repetitive, in addition to the operator maintaining a static position. Good ergonomic design of the workplace is a basic requirement for facilitating the balanced musculoskeletal health that will enable longer, healthier career, enhance productivity, and minimize occupation-related musculoskeletal disorders among oral & maxillofacial surgeons. This review aims at highlighting the need for ergonomics in reducing occupationrelated musculoskeletal disorders in oral & maxillofacial surgeons.