Resumo (EN)
Occupational Dentistry, a new field of specialization in Dentistry, has for purpose the improvement of oral health, and its effect and influence on the productivity of the work, as well as the precocious diagnosis of manifestations of occupational illnesses. The aim of this study was described the legal and ethical aspects of this specialization. The professional of this specialization have to be conscientious of the work that develop and the importance of its insertion in the teams of occupational health in companies.