Dental X-rays

Jaw X-ray, Teeth X-ray, X-ray, Dental

How To Prepare

Before the X-ray test, tell your doctor if you are or might be pregnant. Dental X-rays are only done on your mouth area, but if you are pregnant, routine dental X-rays may be postponed so you do not have any radiation to your baby (fetus). If dental X-rays are absolutely needed, a lead apron will be placed over your belly to shield your baby from the X-rays.

You do not need to do anything before having a dental X-ray.

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Author:	Jan Nissl, RN, BS	Last Updated: September 18, 2006
Medical Review:	Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine Arden Christen, DDS, MSD, MA, FACD - Dentistry
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