Recent SemestersFall 2026, Fall 2025Class Size24 studentsCredits2.5PrerequisiteDENA 50 with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent Transfers ToCSUDescriptionThis 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 HeldWed 11:50am–1:20pm