STANDARD COMPETENCIES:

 

 I.      Recognize the important names, dates and facts relating to the history of dental x-ray.

 II.     Understand the principles of x-ray production.

 III.    Identify the components of the dental x-ray machine.

 IV.     Comprehend the methods of measuring electromagnetic radiation.

 V.      Identify the terms used in radiology.

 VI.     Demonstrate skill in taking intra-oral films, using various techniques

 VII.    Identify the components of x-ray films and developing solutions and their functions.

 VIII.   Demonstrate proficiency in developing and mounting radiographs.

 IX.     Recognize normal and abnormal anatomical landmarks of the maxilla and the mandible.

 X       Interpret normal variations and basic pathologic conditions.

 XI.     Critique radiographs and explain how to correct any errors in technique.

 XII.    Identify the potential hazards of radiation and methods of minimizing these hazards.

 XIII.   Demonstrate familiarization with the panoramic x-ray machine, exposure technique and interpretation of anatomic structures.

 TOPICAL OUTLINE:

 

 I.      LECTURE TOPICS

 II.     Radiation History

 III.    Radiation Physics

 IV.     Radiation Characteristics

 V.      Radiation Biology

 VI.     Image Characteristics

 VII.    Quality Assurance/Patient Relations

 VIII.   Patient Education

 IX.     Normal Radiographic Anatomy

 X       Technique Errors

 XI.     Interpretation of Panoramic Radiographs

 XII.    Legal Issues/Special Needs Patients

 XIII.   Interpretation of Caries/Periodontal Disease

 XIV.    Digital Radiography

 XV.     LAB TOPICS

 XVI.    Lab asepsis

 XVII.   Radiation Protection

 XVIII.  Dental X-ray Equipment

 XIX.    Dental X-ray Film

 XX      Film Processing

 XXI.    Bitewing Technique

 XXII.   Film Mounting

 XXIII.  Paralleling Technique

 XXIV.   Panoramic Technique

 XXV.    Occlusal and localization techniques