X-rays:
Proposed treatment: taking of extra-oral radiographs. Benefits of treatment: taking x-rays enables us to view dental cavities, abnormalities, development and eruption of teeth. They are also necessary for proper diagnosis and evaluation purposes. Alternatives of treatment: none; limited visual examination will NOT be sufficient in diagnosing or treatment planning. Common risks: radiation exposure to soft and hard tissues. Consequences of not performing the treatment: missed diagnosis.
Common Risks
Exposure to x-ray radiation.
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