DH 180 - Dental Radiography II

Credit Hours: 1

This course is a continuation of Dental Radiography I (DH 120). The fundamentals of dental radiography are explored in greater depth. Lectures will cover regulatory requirements, radiation physics and biology, radiographic interpretation, extra-oral imaging and patient management. Supplemental techniques will be discussed and include extra-oral radiography, digital imaging, special needs patients and quality assurance methods. Minimum passing grade is “C-.”
Prerequisites: All required first-semester courses in the Dental Hygiene curriculum must be passed.
Corequisites: All required second-semester courses in the Dental Hygiene curriculum.
Concurrent Registration: DH 181
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