DHG 112 - Dental Radiology

Credit(s): 3
Lecture/Lab Contact Hours: 2, 2

This course prepares the student to obtain the necessary fundamentals and background to expose and process dental radiographs. Emphasis is placed on the characteristics of radiation, radiation safety and monitoring, radiation production, operation of the x-ray unit, intraoral and extraoral radiographic films, processing and mounting radiographs, and identification of anatomical landmarks. Admission to the Dental Hygiene program is required to enroll in this course.
Applicable toward graduation at Sandburg where program structure permits:
Degree or Certificate: AAS, AGS, and Certificates where applicable (1.2)

Offered: Fall
General Education: Not Applicable