Dental discomfort Routine dental X-rays are not backed by evidence—experts want it to stop The actual recommendations might surprise you—along with the state of modern dentistry.

Four bitewing X-rays, which is what many people get in a routine dental exam, give about .005 millisieverts of radiation, according to the American College of Radiology.

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But dental X-rays aren’t always necessary, and dentists and hygienists should not routinely administer them at the beginning of every cleaning, Dr. Benavides said.

The heavy lead apron dentists drape over you during dental X-rays may soon be a thing of the past. On Thursday, the American Dental Association (ADA) announced that its member dentists can ...

Metro No more lead aprons for dental X-rays; new guidelines nix protection even for pregnant women Updated: Feb. 03, 2024, 11:10 p.m. | Published: Feb. 03, 2024, 10: ...