Michigan dentists are dropping the use of lead aprons during x-rays of patient's mouths Recommendations from the American Dental Association point to better technology that uses less radiation as the ...

If you’ve ever had oral X-rays taken at the dentist, chances are you’re familiar with the heavy, grey apron the hygienist briefly lays over your midsection. The lead apron has long been used to ...

Those heavy lead aprons may be on their way out at the dentist office, depending on where you live. The nation's largest dental association said Thursday it will no longer recommend the use of lead ...