DENH 115 Dental Radiology
This Course is an introduction to methods and principles of radiation safety and techniques applied to dental settings. Topics include the historical background of dental radiography, biological effects of radiation exposure and radiation safety, patient and personal protective measures, intra-oral and extra-oral techniques, processing procedures, infection control, legal and ethical responsibilities, quality assurance, digital radiography, and techniques and management of the child and special needs patient.
Prerequisite
Must be majoring in Dental Hygiene
DENH 115Dental Radiology
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I. General Information
II. Course Specification
Credit Hours Narrative
2 Credits
Semester Contact Hours Lecture
30
Semester Contact Hours Lab
0
Semester Contact Hours Clinical
0
Prerequisite Narrative
Must be majoring in Dental Hygiene
Corequisite Narrative
DENH 115L
III. Catalog Course Description
This Course is an introduction to methods and principles of radiation safety and techniques applied to dental settings. Topics include the historical background of dental radiography, biological effects of radiation exposure and radiation safety, patient and personal protective measures, intra-oral and extra-oral techniques, processing procedures, infection control, legal and ethical responsibilities, quality assurance, digital radiography, and techniques and management of the child and special needs patient.
IV. Student Learning Outcomes
V. Topical Outline (Course Content)
VI. Delivery Methodologies