Dental X-rays have been in the news recently. You may have heard a report raising some concerns regarding their use, which may have you wondering how safe are they?
The answer is, very safe. It is important to remember that the level of radiation exposure today in x-rays is considerably lower than in the past. With the increasing use of digital X-rays over film, the level of exposure is dropping every year. According to a report by the Canadian Dental Association the level of radiation exposure during an x-ray is comparable to the amount you are exposed to in a transatlantic flight.
X-rays are an important part of early detection and treatment of oral diseases since often it is difficult to diagnosis from visual examination alone. If you have questions or concerns regarding x-rays feel free to ask us.
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