The Apical Dental Chair with Adjustable Support from Score is designed to provide advanced ergonomic posture for dental practitioners. It departs from traditional flat seats by incorporating concepts generally only seen in full saddle-style seating. By combining features of both the Apical becomes a very suitable option for practitioners who may not be comfortable shifting to a full “saddle” solution but who want to benefit from the improved ergonomic seating position that a saddle seat can offer.
At first glance the Apical appears very similar to a traditional flat seat but upon closer examination it becomes evident that the seat is modified. First of all, unlike round seats, the rear of the Apical is quite broad (16.5”) to provide support to the sitz bones. The seat then gently rounds towards the narrower front that features a very slightly raised “pommel” with slight “reliefs” where the thighs clear the front. The seat is 13.5” deep, meaning that while the weight is well-supported at the sitz bones, the thighs remain primarily clear of the seat to allow ease of movement when repositioning for the optimal working position.

The Apical is oriented with a fixed forward tilt of approximately 10°. The cushion is approximately 3” thick below the sitz bones, tapering to a lesser degree at the front of the seat where less padding is required. This tilt and the somewhat saddle-like seat shape work together to rotate the pelvis forward, assisting in restoring the natural S-curve of the spine. At the same time it reduces the abrupt bend in the lower lumbar region, reducing the high stress that a traditional flat seat places on the lower back. The combination of tilt, seat design that encourages a straddle-stance that places the knees to the sides, and the more upright posture let the clinician move closer to their client, greatly reducing the high-stress forward-leaning posture that a traditional seat requires. Because the Apical seat is “dished” so the body sockets down into it one feels completely secure and stable, with the 65 mm safety-braked casters (for hard surfaced flooring) letting it roll freely as soon as one lowers oneself onto the seat.

The Apical also features an adjustable back support, equipped with independent angle adjustment, integrated into the rear of the seat. This means individuals can make adjustments using a simple lever, moving the support for optimal support. In addition to the angle adjustment, the middle of the back support can be positioned from approximately 6” to 8.5” above the seat height. The cushion itself is 9.75” wide, 7” high, and about 2” deep; providing firm but cushioned support to the small of the back.

The Apical is upholstered with high grade seamless Stamkskin® artificial leather, ideal for medical environments where repetitive cleaning is usually a requirement. The seat and tilting backrest mechanisms are encased in a white plastic shield that is equally easy to clean.

The Apical Dental Chair with Adjustable Support is currently in stock with premium Capri Blue Stamskin®, white cylinder and white base for a clean bright look in any clinical setting. It is also available by Special Order