Do you know when you should bring your child in for his or her first dental exam? The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) recommends that children see a pediatric dentist as soon as their first tooth comes in! But what does that mean for your child? Are there risks associated with X-rays?
Dental X-rays are used to see the teeth, bones and soft tissues where cavities and other conditions may reside. It is important to remember that age does not play a role in the “risks” associated with X-rays. Dental X-rays are considered safe because they use a considerably low amount of radiation.
When considering the safety of an X-ray, keep in mind that the risk is associated with the amount of radiation used during the exam. This is why we use low-radiation X-rays! While we use low-radiation dental X-rays for baby teeth , it is still important to keep exposure to a minimum. Be sure to notify your dentist of any recent X-rays your child may have had to minimize exposure.
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