Dentists stop using lead aprons for dental X-rays.
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Lead aprons might not be needed at the dentist's office soon, depending on where you live. The biggest dental group in the U.S. said it's okay not to wear lead aprons during dental X-rays.
There are two big reasons for this change. X-ray machines are better at focusing now, and the aprons can get in the way of good pictures.
The most important thing is to only take X-rays when really needed, and to do them right the first time, says a dental expert. Dental X-rays don't use a lot of radiation to begin with.
Even though this is the new advice, each state and dentist might do things differently. In places like California, the law says you have to use the aprons.
Changing people's minds about using the aprons will need a lot of work in teaching and pushing for new rules. This advice got a thumbs up from some big health and dental groups.
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Why might lead aprons not be needed at the dentist's office soon?
The biggest dental group in the U.S. said it's okay not to wear lead aprons during dental X-rays.
What are the two big reasons for this change regarding lead aprons?
X-ray machines are better at focusing now, and the aprons can get in the way of good pictures.
What is the most important thing to consider when taking dental X-rays according to a dental expert?
To only take X-rays when really needed, and to do them right the first time.
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