Waldent Lead Apron (BARC Approved)

INDICATIONS

To reduce exposure from X-rays to vital organs that are potentially exposed to ionizing radiation during dental/medical imaging that uses X-rays.

ADVANTAGE

• Lead aprons are proven to reduce the amount of ionizing radiation exposure to reproductive organs.
• Reduce exposure of vital organs.

Features

Comfortable:-

• Weight Adjuster, Flexible Back.
• Comfortably places more weight on hips, and less weight on shoulders.
• Available with Velcro Straps.
• Reinforced Belt, Spacious and Strong.

Effective Results:-

• 0.34mm Lead equivalency
• BARC certified.

Light Weighted:-

• Length: 100cm from the shoulder
• Weight: 2.7kg 
• Width-60cm

Easy Usage:-

• Quick and easy to use.

Soft Fabric:-

• The way it is designed and manufactured it has many advantages, such as its ability to insulate, provide comfort and it is also hypoallergenic and is a durable fabric.

Neckline Height:-

• High enough that when worn in conjunction with a thyroid collar there is no space between the thyroid collar and the apron neckline.
• A high neckline will reduce radiation doses by 45% and is strongly recommended, especially in younger age groups.”
• The neckline should be high in those cases where the thyroid is in line with, or very close to, the primary beam.

Shoulder Padding:-

• It helps alleviate discomfort in the shoulder area.
• Perfectly shapes the shoulder.
• Very good creasing properties.
• Standard dimensions.

Velcro Strap:-

• For better grip.
• Velcro has great strength and is low maintenance.
• One of its greatest advantages is the ease of use.
• Locked together with just a press of the fabric.
• It is so easy to use it can be operated by a runner mid-stride.

Length:-

• Make sure your torso is covered to just below the knee.
• The major critical organs include the gonads, breast, active bone marrow, lungs, thyroid, bone surfaces, and, to a lesser degree, various other organs in the trunk of the body which has a risk from radiation exposure, nearly.
• All the critical organs can be shielded by a lead apron that has a length to about mid-femur.

Shoulder Panel Width:-

• Concealed for comfort and durability.
• Wide enough to support the apron weight across as broad surface areas as possible without restricting movement or causing discomfort.

Arm Holes:-

• Snug fit but not restrictive to movement of the arm.