DENTAL 420 - Radiography for Dental Assistants [Cx

Institution:

Chaffey College

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Description:

(Replaces Dental Assisting 407, 407L, 414, 414L, and portions of 412, 412L, 413, and 418) Class hours: 48-54 lecture; 144-162 laboratory. Prerequisite: Dental Assisting 400. In-depth study of dental radiography. Topics include evolution of standard and digital radiography; basic principles, characteristics and terminology; oral physics and biological effects; sterilization and infection control; film types and exposures; safety procedures in the use and maintenance of equipment; placement and processing techniques; film mounting; error identification and correction; and the use of radiographs in diagnoses and treatment planning. Evaluation and documenting of pathological intraoral findings during mouth inspections are also covered. Students master skills in pre-clinical and clinical assignments. 1240.10

Credits:

6.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Institution Website:

www.chaffey.edu

Phone Number:

(909) 652-6000

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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