If you’ve ever had oral X-rays taken at the dentist, chances are you’re familiar with the heavy, grey apron the hygienist briefly lays over your midsection. The lead apron has long been used to ...

Those heavy lead aprons may be on their way out at the dentist office, depending on where you live. The nation’s largest dental association said Thursday it will no longer recommend the use of lead ...

Dental X-rays are more than just a routine part of your dental visit—they’re an essential tool for maintaining your oral health. These images allow your dentist to see what’s happening beneath the ...

FILE - A dental X-ray is displayed in St. Johnsbury, Vt., on Thursday, Feb. 1, 2007. The American Dental Association Council on Scientific Affairs said Thursday, Feb. 1, 2024, it will no longer ...