The best way to reduce patient risk from radiation exposure is to keep exposures ALARA

Indicate whether the statement is true or false


True. While gaining diagnostic benefits from dental radiographs with zero exposure would be ideal, that is not possible. However, the oral health care team should strive for low-dose, high-yield radiography by obtaining the maximum information with the lowest possible dose.

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