Obtaining AERB registration ensures that the equipment is being used safely and that radiation exposure is minimized for patients and dental staff. The AERB has set specific safety standards for the use of ionizing radiation in medical and dental imaging, and obtaining registration ensure that these standards are being followed.

1. AERB registration for a dental RVG x-ray
machine
What is a dental RVG x-ray machine?
Dental radiography has come a long way since the first X-ray was taken by Wilhelm
Roentgen in 1895. Radiography is a crucial element in modern dentistry as it facilitates
to diagnosis and treats various dental conditions. One of the most significant
advancements in dental radiography technology is the RVG (Radio Visio Graphy) X-ray
machine.
The RVG X-ray machine is a digital radiography system that provides high-quality,
detailed images of a patient's teeth, gums, and bone structure. It replaces the traditional
film-based X-ray machines with a digital sensor that captures the X-ray images and
transfers them directly to a computer.
RVG X-ray machines are also more convenient and efficient than traditional film-based
X-ray machines. The images are available immediately, which means that dental

2. professionals can make a diagnosis and treatment plan in real-time. The digital images
can also be stored electronically, making it easier for dental professionals to access and
share them with other healthcare providers.
AERB registration for a dental RVG x-ray machine
Any dental facility that uses X-ray equipment, including dental RVG (Radio Visio Graphy)
X-ray machines, must register with AERB (Atomic Energy Regulatory Board). The AERB
is a regulatory body in India that regulates the use of ionizing radiation in various
applications, including medical and dental imaging.
Obtaining AERB registration ensures that the equipment is being used safely and that
radiation exposure is minimized for patients and dental staff. The AERB has set specific
safety standards for the use of ionizing radiation in medical and dental imaging, and
obtaining registration ensure that these standards are being followed.
AERB registration also demonstrates that the dental facility is following good radiation
safety practices, including regular equipment maintenance, safety training for staff, and
monitoring of radiation doses to patients and staff.
Procedure AERB registration for a dental RVG x-ray machine
The procedure for obtaining AERB (Atomic Energy Regulatory Board) registration for a
dental RVG (Radio Visio Graphy) X-ray machine involves the following steps:
1. Submit an application: The dental facility must submit an application for AERB
registration to the relevant AERB regional office. The application must include
details of the dental facility, the dental RVG X-ray machine, and the personnel
responsible for operating the machine.
2. Submission of documents: The dental facility must submit various documents,
including proof of ownership of the equipment, installation certificate, and

3. radiation safety certificate. The facility must also provide information on the
qualifications and training of the personnel who will operate the machine.
3. Inspection: Once the application and documents are submitted, the AERB
officials will inspect the dental facility to ensure that the equipment is installed
and maintained according to AERB guidelines. The inspection will also include
checking that the facility has the necessary radiation safety measures in place.
4. Approval and registration: Once the inspection is completed and the dental
facility is found to be compliant with AERB guidelines, the AERB officials will
approve the application and grant registration for the dental RVG X-ray machine.
The registration certificate will be issued, and the dental facility can start using
the equipment.
5. Renewal of registration: AERB registration for a dental RVG X-ray machine is
valid for a certain period, usually five years. The dental facility must ensure that
the registration is renewed before it expires to continue using the equipment.
Document required for AERB registration for a dental RVG x-ray
machine
To obtain AERB (Atomic Energy Regulatory Board) registration for a dental RVG (Radio
Visio Graphy) X-ray machine, the following documents are generally required:
1. Ownership proof of the dental RVG X-ray machine: This could be a copy of the
invoice, purchase order, or receipt of the equipment.
2. Installation certificate: The dental facility must provide a certificate from the
installation engineer stating that the dental RVG X-ray machine has been installed
and is functioning correctly.
3. Radiation safety certificate: The dental facility must provide a certificate of
radiation safety, which confirms that the facility has taken appropriate radiation
safety measures and that radiation exposure is within the permissible limits.

4. 4. Equipment specification: The dental facility must provide the specifications of
the dental RVG X-ray machine, including the make, model, and type of the
equipment.
5. Qualifications and training certificates of personnel: The dental facility must
provide certificates of qualifications and training of the personnel responsible for
operating the dental RVG X-ray machine.
6. Calibration certificate: The dental facility must provide a certificate of calibration,
which confirms that the dental RVG X-ray machine has been calibrated and is
functioning correctly.
7. User manual: The dental facility must provide a user manual of the dental RVG
X-ray machine.
8. Logbook: The dental facility must maintain a logbook for the dental RVG X-ray
machine, which records details of the machine's usage, maintenance, and repair.
9. Radiation safety audit report: The dental facility must provide a radiation safety
audit report, which confirms that the facility is compliant with radiation safety
guidelines.