Oral Radiology

Catalog description

Corequisite: DENTAL-405, DENTAL-415, DENTAL-415L, DENTAL-425, DENTAL-425L, DENTAL-435, and DENTAL-435L. Theory and basic principles of intraoral and extra oral radiographs; characteristics and methods of controlling radiation, hazards of radiation and biological effects and radiography anatomical landmarks and pathologies. Practical application in oral radiology preclinical, clinical and laboratory setting; radiographic exposures, process and evaluations on DXTRR and patients; infection control, health and safety rules and regulations, and the use of selected radiographic equipment and image software. This course is approved by the Dental Board of California for meeting the Radiation Safety requirements.