Table 2 Knowledge about the precautionary measures of taking dental radiographs during pregnancy
From: Women’s awareness regarding the use of dental imaging during pregnancy
Knowledge items | Frequency (%) |
|---|---|
Pregnant women should inform the radiologist if she is pregnant or expecting | 355 (86.6) |
Pregnant women can take radiographs at any trimester | 16 (3.9) |
Pregnant women should wear a lead apron and thyroid collar while taking a dental radiograph | 102 (24.9) |
The radiation dose during pregnancy is less than the usual dose | 47 (11.5) |
Intraoral films should be held by the film holder | 115 (28.1) |
Pregnant women can take a panoramic radiograph | 54 (13.1) |
Pregnant women can take CBCT | 24 (5.9) |
The risk of cancer among infants due to radiation exposure is very low | 46 (11.2) |
The risk of fetal malformation due to radiation exposure is very low | 47 (11.5) |