Dental CBCT Radiation Shielding – What is Required? Dental cone beam CT (CBCT) scanners are now becoming much more prevalent. Working procedures, precautions and construction techniques which are well established for dental radiography will in many circumstances...
Changes to HSE registration and consent process for work with radiation HSE has announced changes to the processes associated with work with radiation. From 1st October 2023: Registration: employers registering work with radiation with HSE will need to submit more...
Radiation Protection File updates – how often? This is a frequently asked question! Guidance recommends that dental x-ray equipment QA tests are carried out at least every three years and, once carried out, these should be reviewed by your RPA / MPE. In...
A two-point grading scale is now recommended Grading the quality of dental X-ray images is an essential step in radiographic interpretation. It involves assessing the technical aspects of the image, such as image clarity, contrast, and detail, to determine its...
The Ionising Radiations Regulations 2017 The Ionising Radiations Regulations 2017 apply to all employers working with radiation, including dental x-ray sets within dental practices. The regulations require the employer to appoint a “Radiation Protection Adviser” in...
