A survey on radiation exposure reduction methods including rectangular collimation for intraoral radiography by pediatric dentists in the United States.

CONCLUSIONS: Although the pediatric dentists surveyed believe they are in compliance with ADA-AAPD guidelines, most are unaware of IGCD recommendations. Use of digital radiography is almost ubiquitous, but use of rectangular collimation is limited. PRACTICE IMPLICATIONS: Dentists treating children should be familiar with ADA-AAPD radiation exposure guidelines and should consider using the dose-reduction strategies recommended by IGCD. PMID: 32222177 [PubMed - in process]

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/32222177?dopt=Abstract

Source: Journal of the American Dental Association - April 1, 2020 Category: Dentistry Tags: J Am Dent Assoc Source Type: research