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Dec 14, 2024
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DEA 323 - Radiology II Credits: 2 Lecture Hours: 1 Lab Hours: 2 Practicum Hours: 0 Work Experience: 0 Course Type: Voc/Tech This course is a continuation of DEA 314 with more emphasis on radiology ethics, safety, digital radiography equipment and techniques, and additional imaging techniques used for patient diagnostics. Prerequisite: DEA 507 , DEA 314 , DEA 256 , DEA 413 , DEA 249 Corequisite: DEA 615 , DEA 260 , DEA 265 , DEA 417 , DEA 707 Competencies
- Name commonly found radiolucent/radiopaque landmarks in the maxilla and the mandible
- Identify various parts of the maxilla on drawings and on radiographs by naming its parts
- Discover various surface landmarks on the face by naming the surface landmarks
- Identify anatomical landmarks of the mandible by naming them on drawings and on radiographs
- Identify the structure found on the maxilla and mandibular arch using an unmounted film
- Discuss advantages and disadvantages of panoramic radiography
- List the types of patients who require extraoral radiographs
- List the parts of the film cassette and the steps in its care
- Describe the loading of the film cassette
- List and identify the various parts of the Panorex machine
- List the steps in the operation of the Panorex machine
- Apply the techniques used for extra-oral imaging
- Explain various usages for the temporomandibular joint projection
- Position a patient correctly for TMJ exposure
- Translate the exposure using proper forms and identification of patient on film and clinical record
- Apply knowledge of cephalometric x-rays and various uses
- List the advantages and disadvantages of cephalometric x-rays
- Identify the steps needed for patient positioning
- List the parts of the film cassette and the steps in its care
- Demonstrate the proper loading of the film cassette
- Translate the exposure using proper form and identification of patient on the film and clinical records
- Demonstrate an understanding of the infection of the periapical tissue
- Discuss normal periapical tissue
- Generalize the cause of infection of periapical tissue
- Identify common dental anomalies
- List common anomalies and the arch in/on which you would find each
- State causes and correction of the anomalies
- Recognize by viewing a radiograph with dental caries present
- Identify caries from restorations/lesions
- Label the extent the caries has progressed into tooth structure
- Characterize radiographic aspects of periodontal disease
- Describe the tissues in the realm of healthiness
- Discuss the causes and progression of periodontal disease
- State the limits and importance of radiographs for identification of this disease
- Outline the therapy/treatment needed for a patient with periodontal disease
- Describe common trauma to the teeth
- Name the various fractures to the teeth and foreign objects associated with the injury
- Discuss the possibility of using additional radiographs to confirm injury
- Explain the responsibility of the dental assistant regarding radiographic technique usage of x-rays
- Assess patient needs based on health history
- Use good judgment, demonstrate proper film and instrumentation for the procedure
- Appraise equipment and radiation dosage accuracy for patient protection
- Apply clinical skills to expose, mount, and evaluate two (2) full mouth x-rays, one (1) panoramic x-ray with 4 bitewings, and one (1) pediatric bitewing series, using digital radiography, on live patients at 80% or better proficiency
Competencies Revised Date: AY2025
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