Dental X-rays help dentists visualize diseases of the teeth and surrounding tissue that cannot be seen with a simple oral exam. They also help the dentist find and treat dental problems early on ...

For a single dental X-ray, that risk is low. Dental X-rays expose you to low amounts of radiation. While all forms of radiation exposure carry some cancer risk, the risk from a single dental X-ray ...

Your next dental X-ray could look very different – here’s why. Updated: Feb. 26, ... Industry experts say digital X-ray technology results in less exposure than conventional film X-rays.

BOSTON - The protective aprons used during dental X-rays may be doing more harm than good. If you've ever had an X-ray of your teeth at the dentist, you've had a heavy lead apron draped over you ...

According to the American Dental Association and the American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, dental X-rays are safe for pregnant women and their fetuses.“The doses from dental X ...

The heavy lead apron dentists drape over you during dental X-rays may soon be a thing of the past. On Thursday, the American Dental Association (ADA) announced that its member dentists can ...

FILE – A dental X-ray is displayed in St. Johnsbury, Vt., on Thursday, Feb. 1, 2007. The American Dental Association Council on Scientific Affairs said Thursday, Feb. 1, ...

Routine dental X-rays are not backed by evidence—experts want it to stop The actual recommendations might surprise you—along with the state of modern dentistry. Beth Mole – Oct 14, 2024 3:11 ...

X-ray beams are now more focused, so there is less concern about radiation hitting other parts of the body. Also, the aprons and collars can sometimes block dentists from getting the images they need.