x-ray eye protection

The eyes are exposed to harmful radiation during dental X-rays more than most realize. Scientific evidence confirms, “THE LENS OF THE EYE IS AMONG THE MOST RADIOSENSITIVE TISSUES IN THE BODY.” This is why dental X-rays, even at low dosage, can have a harmful impact, including early onset of cataracts.

Introducing OCU-GUARD leaded eye shields,
safe and effective protection your patients will appreciate.

With its patented design, OCU-GUARD provides a comfortable, easy and economical means of shielding your patient’s eyes from harmful radiation. It does so without interfering in any manner with the work of the dentist, hygienist, dental assistant, or X-ray technician.

Eye shielding also helps alleviate the fear and apprehension that many radiophobic patients have about the potential dangers of radiation.

“OCU-GUARD eye shields are a simple, effective tool to reduce radiation to the eyes. It provides our patients with increased protection and comfort. Dental patients could have benefited from this years ago, but it did not exist until now.”
Phil Kamins, DDS
Compliance

The ALARA principle entails an obligation for the dentist to MINIMIZE the radiation dose to patients to As Low As Reasonably Achievable.

The efficacy and low cost of OCU-GUARD shields now make it possible to protect patients’ eyes against radiation exposure. This keeps your practice in compliance with ALARA guidance, as well as reassures patients that their safety and well-being is a priority.

“Even though dental radiographs are low, once the decision is made to take X-rays, it is the responsibility of the dentist to adhere to the ALARA principle.”

US Dept of Health and Human Services
Patient Safety

Why it’s so important to make OCU-GUARD eye shields part of your radiation safety protocol.

OCU-GUARD sets a first in ocular protective gear with patented flexible eye shielding that is effective, easy to use, reusable, low in cost and does not interfere with diagnostic imaging.

  • Inadvertent eye exposure occurs routinely due to:
    – Patient Positioning – Calibration – Field Of View – Exposure Settings
    – Sensor Placement – Alignment – Beam Centering – Elongation

The eyes are exposed to harmful radiation during dental X-rays more than most realize.

Despite this, protective gear for patients ‘ eyes has been non-existent until now.

Eye damage

Unlike most cells in the body, lens cells do not regenerate, making them particularly susceptible to radiation exposure. Early onset of cataracts is the most cited effect of radiation to the eyes.

“Unnecessary radiation exposure to the eyes, especially to children, must be regarded as highly undesirable.”

Protection for the most vulnerable patients

This X-ray is actually nothing to smile about, since her eyes were needlessly exposed. Children are far more susceptible to the harmful impact of dental X-rays than adults.

“As a Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology and practicing eye surgeon, it is known that dental X-rays, even in low dosages, can increase the risk of earlier cataract development, especially in younger people. To help safeguard against this, OCU-GUARD eye shields should be an integral part of every dentist’s safety protocol.”

Roy Rubinfeld, MD, MA

  • Each reusable shield is guaranteed to last a minimum of 500 exams.
    OCU-GUARD shields clean easily with antiseptic wipes, making them a reusable, sustainable solution that minimizes the cost-per-use to your practice, while maximizing your patients’ safety and comfort.