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Tell us about x-rays you have had at the dentist and how you were protected from scatter radiation.

Tell us about x-rays you have had at the dentist and how you were protected from scatter radiation.

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Ans) X rays - limit the amount of radiation received. proper prescribing requires, type, and frequency are determined based on your needs. there is no set interval. If a pt has frequent tooth decay or gum disease, this person requires more xray exams.

- Radiation is recieved from dental xrays:

a thyroid collar, a lead apron, fast film, digital imaging, and a beam alignment device will be used to protect you from excess radiation.3

Lead apron used during x-rays:
A lead apron and a thyroid collar are used to protect reproductive, blood-forming, and thyroid tissues from scatter radiation. The lead acts as a shield and actually prevents the radiation from reaching these radiosensitive organs. The lead apron protects you from unnecessary radiation exposure.

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