Lead aprons no longer needed for dental X-rays

People do not need to wear lead aprons or thyroid collars when getting X-rays at the dentist. That's according to the American Dental Association. However, state rules may dictate if people have to wear the aprons, and some states still require them. #xray #dentist #dental

(Produced by Laura Bargfeld)

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[xxnikexx]

I mean there's no risk in using lead aprons. I'd rather not risk any potential issues.

[stldiital]

BS... there is risk, especially to your thyroid.

[oliviaanderson]

hahaha it's so obvious what they're trying to do

[punapeter]

Yea smoking cigarettes won't hurt you either. Killing you softly with x-rays. LOL Pass the lead.

[Fevebblefester]

I always thought it was silly. A tiny amount of radiation twice a year. I haven’t had a Dentist do it in years.