DENA 138 - Dental Radiography I

    Recent Professors
    Claudia Perkins
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Fall 2025
    Class Size
    24 students
    Credits
    2.5
    Prerequisite
    DENA 50 with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of DENA 138
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This is a lecture course that provides the dental assisting student with the history, ethics, infection control and principles of dental radiographic production. Various techniques for obtaining intra-oral radiographs and digital images are presented. The radiographic identification of anatomical landmarks, dental pathology and dental treatment is explored. An introduction to dental photography as well as the discussion of the management of pediatric patients and patients with special needs in dental radiography is also presented. This course is for students who have been admitted to the Dental Assisting Program.
    Usually Held
    Wed 11:50am–1:20pm