This foundational lecture/clinical course introduces students to the history and current application of radiation in dentistry. The components, operation and variables of dental x-ray machine are examined in tandem with the principles of radiation biology, safety and protection for patients and operators. Radiography prescription requirements, chart entries and quality assurance are discussed. Digital and conventional intra-oral radiographic technologies and imaging techniques are studied. In the clinical setting, using digital and conventional technology and various imaging techniques, competencies are met through simulated manikin (SIM) practice.
Prerequisites
Meet Certified Dental Assisting program admission requirements.
Course type
This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.
- Radiation Use in Dentistry
- Dental Radiography Machines
- Radiation Safety and Protection
- Dental Radiographic Imaging Technology
- Dental Radiographic Imaging Techniques
- Anatomical Landmarks
- Processing and Scanning Dental Radiographic Images
- Mounting and Critiquing Dental Radiographic Images
- Exposure and Technique Errors
- Patient Records
- Patient Management
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
How to take this course
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Contact us
If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.