Efficiency of the cervical lead shield during intraoral radiography

Journal Article · Mon Dec 01 04:00:00 EST 1986 · Oral Surg., Oral Med., Oral Pathol.; (United States)

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1016/0030-4220(86)90272-0· OSTI ID:6768078

Kaffe, I; Littner, M M; Shlezinger, T; Segal, P

The cervical lead shield was compared with the conventional lead apron with regard to efficiency of protection against radiation during a full-month survey (fourteen periapical and two bitewing radiographs). The study was performed on a Temex tissue-equivalent human phantom, and thermoluminescent dosimetry was used to measure radiation absorption in the ovaries, testes, and thyroid gland areas. Results showed that the cervical shield significantly reduces the amount of radiation to the skin in all three areas and is equally as effective as the combination of lead apron and thyroid shield. It is therefore recommended as a protective measure during intraoral radiography.

• Research Organization: Tel Aviv Univ., Israel
• OSTI ID: 6768078
• Journal Information: Oral Surg., Oral Med., Oral Pathol.; (United States), Journal Name: Oral Surg., Oral Med., Oral Pathol.; (United States) Vol. 6; ISSN OSOMA
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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