DENT 136 Radiography

2 credits

This course builds on the science foundation established in DENT 126. Students begin to take radiographs on clinical patients and study advanced techniques of radiography such as extra-oral techniques.

Prerequisites: DENT 115, DENT 124, or instructor permission.

Quarters Offered: Fall, Spring

Student Outcomes/Competencies:
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Describe cone placement in terms of vertical and horizontal angulation
Differentiate between bisecting and paralleling techniques
Explain the need for panoramic radiographic films
Describe the purpose for occlusal films
Describe the purpose and number of periapical films using the bisecting technique
Describe the use of intraoral photography and videography in a clinical setting