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Are dental xrays dangerous for the parotid gland, particularly the tail? would it expose that part of parotid to radiation or no? could tumr at tail?
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Safe: I've yet to see an article that links dental x-rays with parotid gland tumors. Remember the dosage of dental x-rays are extremely low, not much more than background radiation. Talk to your Dentist about your concerns.
Answered 8/12/2017
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