ORAL RADIOLOGY 4 unit

Catalog description

Theory and basic principles of intraoral and extraoral radiography; characteristics and methods of controlling X-radiation; hazards of radiation; infection control and safety procedures. Laboratory and clinical experience on selected patients; care and operation of dental X-ray unit; dental images, placement and exposure techniques. Identification and interpretation of radiographs. Course meets and is approved by the Dental Board of California for Radiation Safety. Total of 36 hours lecture and 108 hours laboratory.