Do dentist really suffer back and neck problems?

I know the work requires uncomfortable working positions but is it really that bad.? I am considering becoming a dentist. please answer if you're a dentist or have know someone who's a dentist.

Do dentist really suffer back and neck problems?
Dentists have problems if they practice bad posture. In Dental school your instructors will harp on this to no end and they speak from experience. A good dentist should rarely have to contort to get the job done well. As long as your healthy and learn to do things correctly from the get go, it shouldn't be a problem.
Reply:I've been practicing 26 years and have only recently had neck problems. I think this probably has more to do with the stress of 3 kids in college then the way I hold my body practicing dentistry. BUT it is ALWAYS a good idea to make friends with a chiropractor. An adjustment every now and then is very refreshing.
Reply:Pratice can be stressfull if you try to do too much. 32 years here %26amp; no back or neck problems!! DMD