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Course Details

DEN 112   Dental Radiography
   
Lecture: 02 Lab: 03
Clinical:  00 Credit: 03
   
Components:  None
Prerequisites: Enrollment in Dental Assisting or Dental Hygiene Program
Corequisites:   DEN 100 or DEN 110 and DEN 111
   
This course provides a comprehensive view of the principles and procedures of radiology as they apply to dentistry. Topics include techniques in exposing, processing, and evaluating radiographs, as well as radiation safety, quality assurance, and legal issues. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate proficiency in the production of diagnostically acceptable radiographs using appropriate safety precautions.