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On the Safety of Dental X-rays

There are several articles and research studies that refer to the safety of dental X-rays.

Dental X-rays are safe and only expose patients to low levels of radiation, even less than what an individual is exposed to in the environment, according to experts cited in a New York Times article.

The ADA Council on Scientific Affairs that published clinical safety and regulatory recommendations in 2024 in The Journal of the American Dental Association. (ADA)

The ADA and the American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology (AAOMR) updated their recommendations to say that patients do not need to wear a protective apron or thyroid-protecting collar during dental X-rays.

The ADA and AAOMR also say dental X-rays are safe for pregnant women and their fetuses, exposing them to levels up to 30,000 times lower than that needed to cause harm.  Read more in these articles and research reports.

Two New CE Courses on HPV Cancer Prevention and Vaccination

Two upcoming courses on HPV cancer prevention and vaccination  have been developed for dentists and hygienists: The first course is a free online course developed by the American Cancer Society and its partners, which is a self-guided module to earn up to 4 hours of CE. Sign up for the course here. The second course is an in-person 3-hour course at Boston University School of Dental Medicine taking place Wednesday, 4/30 from 9am-12pm. The course will be presented by Dr. Rosie Wagner. You can learn more about the course and register here.

Medical History Access Tool Now Available

A patient’s medical history is an important foundation for a dentist’s diagnosis, treatment planning and prevention of potential complications. This tool is ideal to see if your adult patient does not need a PA for a second annual cleaning.

And by being able to access HUSKY Health and Covered CT member medical histories, you can assess certain medical conditions that might influence the treatment decisions or impact post-operative care.

Good News for You.  Good News for Your Patients.

Access instructions for this helpful new tool here.   And then log in to see how it works.

Published 2/3/25 and republished 3/12/25

New Provider Workshop Invitation

A new workshop has been scheduled for newly enrolled providers or new business office staff. The virtual workshop is scheduled for Tuesday, March 25, 2025 from 9:00AM – 12:00 PM. To register, go here.

Provider Satisfaction Survey Reminder

Gainwell Technologies would like to invite all providers to participate in the Provider Satisfaction Survey. All feedback would be greatly appreciated, as your responses will help to enhance services and to better serve the provider community. To complete the survey, click here.

Provider Newsletter #22 Jan/Feb 2025

  • February is National Children’s Dental Health Month
  • Connecticut Medical Assistance Program Provider Satisfaction Survey
  • Proper Labeling and Mounting of Radiographs
  • Provider Manual on ctdhp.org
  • Member Medical Claims History Lookup
  • Quick Reference Contact Sheet for Dental Services

January Dental Provider Newsletter

Read about Children’s Dental Health Month, the Connecticut Medical Assistance Program Provider Satisfaction Survey, the new medical history look up tool that is now available to you, and more.

Read More Here