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Ionising radiation: legislation and risks

8 mins read Impression taking, radiography and photography
Ionisation legislation ensures a safe environment in which to work and receive treatment and requires that those involved in the radiographic process must be appropriately trained for the type of radiographic practice they perform. This article looks at ionising radiation legislation from the dental

Dental radiography is a central part of clinical diagnosis. Because any exposure to ionising radiation carries an inherent risk, every precaution needs to be taken to minimise the risks to both patients and the team. This article explores the regulations and the measures that can be taken to minimise risks from radiation.

The use of ionising radiation in dentistry is governed by two pieces of legislation:

? The Ionising Radiation Regulations of 1999 (IRR99), which relate to the protection of workers, the public and also cover the equipment aspects of patient protection

? The Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposures) Regulations 2000 (IR(ME) R 2000), which relate to the protection of the patient.

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