Dental radiographs must be retained by the dentist for 10 years after the patient leaves the practice

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

False. Although dental radiographs must be retained for 7 years after an individual ceases to be a patient, it is recommended that they be kept indefinitely. Legal actions that can be brought against a dentist may vary according to state-specific malpractice and limitation statutes.

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