Posts Tagged 'exposure from dental x-rays'

Exposure to x-rays has long been associated with the potential increased risk of non-cancerous tumors.  A news story that was published in April of 2012 referenced this link and renewed the concern among the general population.  Therefore, we feel that it’s important to review the use of x-rays for the purpose of patient care in our orthodontic office.  The following questions and answers are intended to provide you with information that you can use to make wise decisions about your ...