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.

Credits

2 Credits

Semester Contact Hours Lecture

30

Semester Contact Hours Lab

0

Semester Contact Hours Clinical

0

Prerequisite

Must be majoring in Dental Hygiene

Corequisite

DENH 115L

DENH 115Dental Radiology

Please note: This is not a course syllabus. A course syllabus is unique to a particular section of a course by instructor. This curriculum guide provides general information about a course.

I. General Information

Department

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

Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:

• Identify various, yet common radiographic techniques used in the dental setting.
• Apply ALARA with comprehension of radiation physics and biologic concerns of ionizing radiation.
• Develop clinical proficiency by structuring patient radiographic plans and rationale for specific technique selection.
• Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of dental radiology.
• Foster team building, communication, and the integrity necessary to contribute to clinical employment settings.
• List strategies for radiographic care of the special needs patient.

V. Topical Outline (Course Content)

VI. Delivery Methodologies