Radiological protection in dentistry

Journal Article · Mon Oct 01 04:00:00 EDT 1973 · Radiol. Prot. Bull., no. 5, pp. 17-20

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1038/sj.bdj.4803025· OSTI ID:4365690

Holliday, B

Attention is drawn to the lack of information available concerning the standards of radiation protection during dental radiography in the UK. Brief summaries are presented of three cases illustrating the type of hazards that might arise from faulty x-ray equipment or bad operating techniques. It is pointed out that the NRPB service to dentists offers a survey procedure designed to reduce or eleminate radiation exposures of patients. Data concerning beam size, quality, and duration of the x-ray exposure is obtained from a combined film and filted pack sent to the dentist, and this information is supplemented by a questionnaire. The results are assessed with reference to the Code of Practice for the Protection of Persons against Ionizing Radiations arising from Medical and Dental Use. (UK)

• Research Organization: National Radiological Protection Board, Harwell, Eng.
• NSA Number: NSA-29-007989
• OSTI ID: 4365690
• Journal Information: Radiol. Prot. Bull., no. 5, pp. 17-20, Journal Name: Radiol. Prot. Bull., no. 5, pp. 17-20; ISSN RDPBA
• Country of Publication: United Kingdom
• Language: English

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