Introduction to Basic Concepts in Dental Radiography

Introduction to Basic Concepts in Dental Radiography is organized by The American Dental Assistants Association (ADAA).

Accreditation:
CE Credits: 18

Course Description:
Dental x-rays (radiographs) are images that a dentist uses to evaluate one's oral health, identify problems, and risk for disease. The radiograph should be of sufficient diagnostic quality, and keep the radiation dosage as low as diagnostically acceptable (ALADA).

The course provides a comprehensive overview of how to take and process high quality radiographs, both film based and digital; promote radiation safety; mount and label exposed radiographs; identify and correct errors related to dental x-ray procedures; apply infection control techniques to dental x-ray procedures; expose and evaluate dental radiographs; and implement quality assurance procedures in dental radiology 

Original Release Date: 2013; Review Date: 2018; Expiration Date: 2021

Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.