Contemporary Dental Radiography: Review of Safety, Imaging Success, & Common Technique Errors
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Self-instruction journal and web based activity
Target Audience:
Dental Assistants, Dental Hygienist, Dentists from novice to advanced
Educational Objectives
At the conclusion of this course, the dental practitioner should be able to:
1. define radiation and relate its potentially harmful effects to safety protocols
2. write office radiation policies that reduce clinician and patient exposure
3. implement techniques that produce high-quality diagnostic images
4. identify common imaging errors and understand appropriate corrective measures
5. distinguish between 2D and 3D imaging and understand their dental applications.
Abstract
Dental radiology requires that clinicians have an in-depth understanding and respect for the laws of ionizing radiation as well as an earnest drive to protect themselves and patients from possible harmful effects. This course will present current research-based radiation safety protocols as outlined by leading national organizations in the United States. In addition to capturing radiographs safely, dental professionals also need to produce high-quality, diagnostic images. This course will cover imaging principles that produce diagnostically sound radiographs, review capturing techniques, and identify common radiographic errors and corrective actions.