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Dentists and teeth x-rays; how many x-rays a year are safe?
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As many as needed: Todays dental x-rays are safer. The dosage is less and the image quality has improved. More diagnostic information is available because of higher speed computers and better technology.If you have a dental problem it is safe to have as many x-rays as is needed to properly diagnose. The x-ray beam is shielded and aimed in such a way that damage to adjacent tissues is minimized.
Answered 11/20/2012
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What your mouth need: Digital x-rays are far safer than the old film. Having said that the important issue about x-rays is that your history should dictate how often and how many x-rays your mouth needs. Talk to you dentist about it.
Answered 5/26/2017
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Digital LowRadiation: Digital low radiation x-rays are used by many state of the art dentists. These type of x-rays reduce radiation exposure by up to 90%. Ask a dentist if they use this type of x-rays.
Answered 7/22/2017
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