X-Ray Rules
Dentists shall use only dental X-ray systems and medical X-ray systems for dental imaging that meet requirements set forth by the Department of Health.
UPDATE
Beginning January 1, 2010, dentists need to follow new requirements for X-ray image processing:
(1) Conduct an acceptable quality assurance program that includes weekly tests of manual and automatic film processing to include:
(a) Density and contrast on test films; and
(b) Action taken when test film density or contrast falls below 15 percent of initial reference levels.
(2) Keep a written or computer log of all periodic quality assurance testing covered in subsection (1) of this section, including test films, from the proceeding twelve months for inspection by the department.