Dental radiography guidelines australia

  • What are local rules dental radiography?

    The purpose of Dental Local Rules is to outline the key working instructions to minimise the risks from the use of x-ray radiation during radiography.
    They are a requirement of the Ionising Radiations Regulations..

  • What are the essential requirements for interpreting dental radiographs?

    The key to successful interpretation of dental radiographs is to develop a working knowledge of dental anatomy and the common pathologic conditions unique to dentistry.
    A systematic approach should be taken with each radiographic image..

  • Who is allowed to take a radiograph in dentistry?

    For these reasons, the regulations sensibly allow dental nurses (including trainee dental nurses) to press the button so long as they have had some immediately relevant training, and do it under the supervision of the IRMER Operator (dentist).
    These nurses do not need to take an additional radiography training course..

Performing dental radiography and radiology requires appropriate training. Radiation safety regulations, codes, standards and guidelines for dental practice 

What is a dental radiology code?

The Code establishes the responsibilities of those involved in dental radiology, and lays down requirements for equipment and siting, image receptors and film processing, and procedures to minimise exposure to ionizing radiation

What is a practical guide to dental radiology?

This Practical Guide to Dental Radiology is a significant addition to the ADA’s series of Practical Guides to Dental Equipment and Materials, which provide hands-on information specific to practice in the dental sector

Where can I find information about Radiology in Australia?

Further information regarding regulation, codes and standards of radiology in Australia is available by consulting the relevant government agency in your state and at the national level, the Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency (ARPANSA)

You may also like to refer to the ADA’s Policy 6

14 Radiation Safety

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