Ergonomics is one of the most important and crucial aspects in dental profession. Its goal being connecting most efficiently and securely people and things at the workplace. In dentistry the postures assumed by dental surgeons during their professional work has an enormous effect on their body. And they are becoming more prone to musculoskeletal disorders. The successful application of ergonomics assures high productivity, avoidance of illnesses and injuries and increased satisfaction among workers. The branch of Periodontics in particular is the one where time consuming ultrasonic scaling and extensively long surgical procedures are performed. Owing to this, the muscles used for this purpose are at risk of becoming fatigued causing discomfort to the practitioner. Thus, this review article focuses on the possible ill effects of incorrect postures and various methods to stabilize the dental operatory to allow the operator to work with comfort, efficiency and ease.