A dentist relies on radiographs, or X-rays, to visualize hidden dental structures and identify issues that may not be apparent during a visual exam. Traditionally, dentists have used film to capture ...

A series of recently published opinions and letters in JAMA Internal Medicine present varying perspectives on the current state of US dental care all emphasize the need for evidence-based practices ...

CHICAGO, Feb. 1, 2024 – The use of lead abdominal aprons or thyroid collars on patients when conducting dental X-rays is no longer recommended, according to an expert panel established by the American ...

Personalised healthcare is both the future and the present, says James Goolnik – and diagnostics, he argues, are the key to ...

» What are typical staff dose levels in dental radiology? Employees performing dental radiography should not normally receive significant radiation dose provided normal radiation protection measures ...

3DISC Imaging has introduced the FireCR Dental Reader, a compact, affordable computed radiography (CR) system designed to provide rapid, high-quality reading of reusable dental imaging plates. With ...

The most effective way to reduce dose in dental radiography is to avoid unnecessary X-ray examinations by justification. Routine dental X-ray examination for all patients is not justified In addition, ...