FDA probes illegal sale of handheld X-ray devices that could be emitting dangerous levels of radiation

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FDA probes illegal sale of handheld dental X-ray devices

February 10, 2012
By: Jennifer Fiala
For The VIN News Service

Handheld dental X-ray units that do not bear the U.S. Food and Drug Administration?s (FDA) seal of approval could be emitting dangerous levels of radiation, especially if they are purchased online from overseas manufacturers or distributors.

The FDA issued that warning today to veterinarians and dentists ? medical professionals most likely to purchase and use the small, portable devices intended for dental X-ray examinations. ...