Yes
Many different types of radioactive materials can be used in the implant, including cesium, iridium, iodine, phosphorus, and palladium
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No, implant therapy does not use cesium. Implants are typically made of materials such as titanium or ceramic that are biocompatible with the body. Cesium is not commonly used in dental or medical implants.
Patients receiving implant therapy do become temporarily radioactive
Yes
Yes, intracavitary radiation therapy can use iridium-192 sources. Iridium-192 is a common radioactive isotope used in brachytherapy for treating various cancers, including gynecological and prostate cancers. The radioactive source is placed inside or near the tumor to deliver targeted radiation treatment.
It is sometimes called radiation therapy, radiation therapy, cobalt therapy, electron beam therapy, or irradiation
Iridium has no uses at home.
There is no minimum age for use of the contraceptive implant.