Concerns About Noise and Static from Panoramic X-Ray Machines
Panoramic X-ray machine I went to a regional hospital to get a panoramic X-ray, and the machine made a loud beeping noise while it rotated, which my husband in the waiting area could hear and felt the vibrations. Additionally, I noticed a significant static electricity sensation ...
Dr. Lin Honghan reply Radiology
Hello: 1. It is normal for certain units in the hospital to have warning sounds during X-ray exposure. This may be due to the machine itself signaling that the X-ray beam is currently being emitted, or it could be a radiation detector that emits a warning when it detects radiat...[Read More] Concerns About Noise and Static from Panoramic X-Ray Machines
Are Back-Worn Lead Aprons Safe for Full Mouth X-Rays?
Dental full-mouth X-ray lead apron? Hello, doctor. Today I went to the dental clinic for a full mouth X-ray. In my past experiences, the lead apron was worn from the front (with the front completely covered by the lead apron), but today the lead apron was worn from the back (like...
Dr. Lin Honghan reply Radiology
Hello, 1. There are various types of lead aprons, with the most common being the vest-style and the single-piece lead apron. Taking the vest-style as an example, it is worn like a coat, as the front consists of two overlapping lead panels, providing double the protection agains...[Read More] Are Back-Worn Lead Aprons Safe for Full Mouth X-Rays?