Patient comfort is important in any dental practice, but just behind that on the priorities list is operator comfort. If you're not comfortable while you work, it's difficult to practice your best dentistry. Finding the right seat is an important part of outfitting any operatory. While many clinicians want the freedom to move their arms in all directions, some like the support of armrests, especially during longer procedures. For those clinicians, here is a comparison of some seating options with armrests.