DENT 55A - Dental Roentgenography I

    Recent Professors
    Chunlan Chen
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Fall 2025, Fall 2024, Fall 2023, Fall 2022
    Class Size
    10–12 students
    Credits
    2
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    Basic principles of radiography, history, protection, and safety guide- lines. Physics and biological effects of radiation, for the patient's and operator's protection and comfort. Types of receptors, exposure and autoprocessing techniques on manikins. Composition and preparation of solutions. The relationship of dental anatomy and facial structures to the exposure and mounting of relationship of dental anatomy and facial structures to the exposure and mounting of films. Lab Fee is required. CSU
    Usually Held
    Fri 12:40pm–1:30pm, Wed 2:10pm–5:00pm, Fri 1:40pm–4:30pm, Fri 12:10pm–1:00pm