Foundations Of Radiology

Course description 

This course provides foundational knowledge for safe and effective use of x-rays. 

• The first module provides an understanding of the physical nature of x-rays, its interaction with matter and its biological effects. Students will become educated users of x-rays who can apply this knowledge to patient imaging, and to practice radiation safety procedures.
• The second module provides an understanding of the techniques and technology used to make and record radiologic images in diagnostic dento-maxillofacial radiology, including intraoral, panoramic, cephalometric and computed tomographic imaging. Principles and dento-maxillofacial applications of magnetic resonance imaging and nuclear medicine will also be discussed. Students will become familiar with principles of making dento-maxillofacial radiographs
• The third module provides knowledge of radiologic anatomy—the foundation to radiologic interpretation. Students will become competent at identifying basic dento-alveolar anatomy on intraoral, panoramic images, and limited field of view cone beam CT images.

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