[Study to Establish a National Dose Management System for Dental Imaging Examinations]

With the rapid advancements in x-ray technology in the medical field, the use of diagnostic radiation has been increasing. Consequently, concerns about radiation exposure have been increasing since its introduction. In dentistry, radiation exposure during imaging examinations is relatively low, and a high frequency of these procedures, particularly the extensive use of dental cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT), has amplified concerns among users and the general public. This highlights the need for a dose management system tailored to dental x-ray equipment. This study aimed to establish such a system nationwide for dental imaging. Therefore, the structures of the intraoral radiography, panoramic radiography and CBCT systems were analyzed, and a comprehensive data collection plan was formulated. Using this groundwork, the national dose management system was created and tested through a pilot operation. To continue expanding and improving the system, feedback from experts in the field should be incorporated.