Dental Radiography

Catalog description

Prepares dental auxiliary students to operate x-ray units and expose bitewing, periapical, extra oral, and occlusal images. Emphasis is placed on protection against x-ray hazards. Students also process, mount, and evaluate dental images for diagnostic value. In this course students demonstrate competency on a manikin. In addition, students expose bitewing and periapical images on a peer or patient. Students gain further experience in exposing images on patients in the clinical portion of their program. This course also provides the background in radiographic theory required for students to make informed decisions and adjustments.