DENA 139 - Dental Radiography II

    Recent Professors
    Gina Kristine Shelhamer, Karen Wait, Claudia Perkins
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2026, Spring 2025
    Class Size
    6 students
    Credits
    0.5
    Prerequisite
    DENA 138L with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
    Spring 2026 Sections
    View Spring 2026 sections of DENA 139
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course is the clinical level of dental x-rays and covers the techniques and skills required for obtaining full mouth series of dental radiographs and digital images of diagnostic quality, including Panoramic and Cephalometric images. The use of various radiographic positioning devices is included. Students obtain extra-oral and intra-oral dental photographs. In addition students complete the NOMAD x-ray unit training using a pediatric dental manikin. The student has the opportunity to expose radiographs in a simulated private practice environment through San Dieg Mesa College Community Clinic. Students obtain a California State Radiation Safety Certification of Completion upon satisfactory completion of course requirements. This course is designed for students enrolled in the Dental Assisting Program.
    Usually Held
    Mon Tue Wed Thu 10:25am–12:35pm, Mon Tue Wed Thu 3:15pm–5:25pm, Mon Tue Wed Thu 8:00am–10:10am, Mon Wed 12:50pm–3:00pm