In 1996, Dr. Matthew Girardy obtained a DMD from the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine. Dr. Matthew Girardy is a former general dentist at Hazlet Family Dental in New Jersey. In that role, he provided both new and established dental treatments to patients, as well as dental assessments and diagnostic procedures – such as taking dental x-rays.
Dental x-rays, sometimes called dental radiographs, are done to help dentists assess a patient’s oral health and also identify problems such as cavities and infections. They can also be used to track the progress of dental treatment. Just like regular dental cleanings, dental x-rays are very common and important tools in dentistry, and a patient may have dental x-rays taken every year.
Dental x-rays involve low-level radiation that is considered safe for both children and adults. In addition, if digital x-rays are used, radiation exposure to the patient is reduced even further. To keep the patient’s vital organs safe from accidental radiation encounters, a lead bib is placed over a patient’s chest, abdomen, and pelvic region. A patient with a thyroid condition will use a thyroid collar in addition to a lead bib, and generally, the procedure is not recommended for patients who are pregnant.
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