Dental X-ray Standards
X-Ray Equipment
Requirements for x-ray safety and important information for new intra-oral, handheld, panoramic, cephalometric or cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT).
Practice Personnel
Health Canada's new Safety Code for dentistry recommends staff lead radiation protection initiatives in-house. Are you ready to meet the needs of your team?
Facility Design
Shielding guidelines for existing and planned facility floor plans and CBCT rooms. Learn the requirements for effective shielding of staff, patients and the public.
Quality Assurance
Digital imaging quality assurance standards have now been set by Health Canada. Learn how to effectively implement them in your practice to ensure compliance.
X-RAY EQUIPMENT
Surveys and Certification
Know what to look for and understand safety requirements for dental x-ray equipment in British Columbia such as who is responsible for testing new equipment and when does it need to be inspected? How can you acquire an interim certificate when your practice is located in a rural area?
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FACILITIES
Shielding and Personal Dosimetry
Are you planning to install a CBCT? This can be a confusing experience but overlooking important steps in radiation protection can mean possible adjustments after installation.
Are you aware of your requirements for personal dosimetry when installing CBCT?
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