Overall, dentists are not surprised that dental X-rays could cause this type of tumor. Cosmetic dentist Kourosh Maddahi says what patients should keep in mind is whether they really need an X-ray.

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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.