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    Had an endodontic procedure very early in first pregnancy, looking for reassurance (X-rays, local anesthesia w/ epi, sodium hypo, etc.)

    @froggtmom I agree with your note about AEC, but recent research has shown that lead gown usage in any x-ray can increase dose to the patient. Because the lead covers the body, higher intensity radiation scatter can still enter the body - or enter from areas not covered by lead. However it is...
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    Had an endodontic procedure very early in first pregnancy, looking for reassurance (X-rays, local anesthesia w/ epi, sodium hypo, etc.)

    @mapleleafsnjesus I can't speak to the dental equipment or drugs given, but I am an x-ray tech, so can talk about the x-rays. I will start with the 'scary' information first, and then the realistic information. Radiation exposure is what we call a stochastic teratogenic risk to a fetus. It is...
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