On the right is a depiction of a lead apron and thyroid collar that is typically used in the dental office. This is directed to be worn by the patient in the act of taking dental x-rays.Many dental offices are now converting to and installing digital radiographic equipment. The amount of radiation delivered to the patient during this digital type of exposure is significantly less than the traditional x-ray equipment.
Taking this into account, we often get asked the question regarding the necessity for the patient to wear this protective lead apron with the usage of digital x-rays. The answer that we give is that the dental office should always consider the "worst possible scenario" in that if something were to happen to the patient at that moment or in the future......... the rememberance of not having the protective apron will be etched in the mind of the patient. The patient then might decide to take things to the next level.
The advice that we at Dynamic Dental Safety give to all of our clients is to practice "risk prevention", and in this case to always have the patient wear the lead apron during times of x-ray exposure.
For this or any other compliance issue or question, call us at Dynamic Dental Safety (888) 669-8846 ext. 701
