Resumo: As lesões por esforços repetitivos (LER) e distúrbios osteomusculares relacionados ao trabalho (DORT), em cirurgiões-dentistas, são de elevada prevalência e importante causa de afastamento do trabalho. Esta pesquisa, conduzida por meio de revisão da literatura, de forma sistemática, apresenta o perfil das publicações e os principais aspectos acerca das LER/DORT em dentistas. Os artigos selecionados foram acessados nas bases de dados Scielo, PubMed e Biblioteca Virtual de Saúde. Foi possível identificar as principais causas desses agravos, bem como medidas de prevenção, de modo que o profissional possa usufruir de melhor qualidade de vida. A organização do trabalho é importante fator de risco, capaz de causar ou agravar as condições musculoesqueléticas dos profissionais dos serviços odontológicos. Palavras-chave: LER/DORT; Dentistas; Lesões por Esforço Repetitivo Repetitive Strain Injuries and Musculoskeletal Disorders in Dental SurgeonsAbstract: Repetitive strain injuries (RSI) and work-related musculoskeletal disorders (DORS) in dental surgeons are of high prevalence and an important cause of withdrawal from work. This research, conducted through a review of the literature, systematically presents the profile of publications and the main aspects about RSI / DORT in dentists. The selected articles were accessed in the Scielo, PubMed and Virtual Health Library databases. It was possible to identify the main causes of these diseases, as well as prevention measures, so that the professional can enjoy a better quality of life. The organization of work is an important risk factor, capable of causing or aggravating the musculoskeletal conditions of dental professionals.
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