Introduction to Dental Radiography

At the end of the course, students should be able to: 1. competence at taking and processing the various film views used in general dental practice; 2. identify anatomical features and interpreting common pathology relative to oral radiology; 3. describe radiographic techniques to include hazards and regulation; an 4. assessment of image quality and use alternative imaging techniques.

Outline the history of radiography. Define the following terms: radiography, radiology, x-rays, radiation. List the types of radiation and their uses. Explain the concepts of matters, electricity. The x –ray tube. Basic x – ray absorption and scattered x – rays, identify x – ray films, intra – oral film, size and speed of extra oral film, film properties, explain the effects of radiation on living tissues. Describe the various protective measures against radiation hazards.