Bitewing X-Rays. Bitewings are typically taken every year (or as recommended by your dentist) to help detect dental caries between your teeth as well as to check the bone level that houses your teeth.

Heavy lead X-ray aprons at dentist may do more harm than good, experts say 01:06. BOSTON - The protective aprons used during dental X-rays may be doing more harm than good.

The regulator said that in its last written correspondence to the associations, in October 2023, “it was made very clear that all facilities, including dental facilities utilising X-ray units ...

The use of lead abdominal aprons or thyroid collars on patients when conducting dental X-rays is no ... Evidence indicates that modern digital X-ray equipment and restricting the beam size only to ...

The use of lead abdominal aprons or thyroid collars on patients during dental X-rays is no longer recommended, according to the American Dental Association Council on Scientific Affairs.

However, advancements in dental X-ray technology have reduced the apron’s necessity, according to the American Dental Association (ADA). Industry experts say digital X-ray technology results in ...

The global market for handheld dental x‑ray systems is projected to grow at a healthy pace, rising from USD 241.62 million in 2025 to USD 357.66 million by 2035, reflecting a steady CAGR of 4.0%. In ...

In a piece titled "Too Much Dental Radiography," Sheila Feit, a retired medical expert based in New York, pointed out that using X-rays for dental screenings is not backed by evidence. "Data are ...