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Can I have a dental x-ray if I'm having radiation therapy?

American Dental Association
American Dental Association
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The dose of radiation required for dental x-ray exams is very small compared with that used for radiation therapy. Receiving radiation therapy for cancer may increase your risk for diseases such as tooth decay. Therefore, it's important to have x-ray exams as needed to detect and treat oral problems at an early stage.

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