title: Minimizing radiation exposure in dental radiology.
abstract: Rectangular field collimation gives high quality roentgenograms and reduces unnecessary exposure of radiation to the patient by 73-96 per cent.
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D006801:Humans; D011829:Radiation Dosage; D011835:Radiation Protection; D011861:Radiography, Dental; D013819:Thermoluminescent Dosimetry