If you’ve ever had oral X-rays taken at the dentist, chances are you’re familiar with the heavy, grey apron the hygienist briefly lays over your midsection. The lead apron has long been used ...

Michigan dentists are dropping the use of lead aprons during x-rays of patient's mouths Recommendations from the American Dental Association point to better technology that uses less radiation as ...

Should patients and carers wear lead aprons and personal protective devices during a dental radiographic procedure? With well-designed and optimized equipment and procedures there is no need for ...