DEA 312 - Dental Radiography I

3.0 Credit(s)
Lecture 2
Lab/Clinical 2
Dental Radiography I introduces the history, characteristics, and measurement of radiation, and its effects on biological structures. Students receive training in the use of x-ray equipment and processing techniques in the production of diagnostic radiographs. Digital radiography is introduced, as well as paralleling technique, and the importance of radiation protection and infection control.