RADI 551/552 Oral Radiology Clerkship I & II
Cone Beam CT is an advanced oral radiographic technique that is rapidly becoming commonplace in modern dental practice and has applications in every discipline of dentistry. No matter the path that the new dental graduate chooses, he or she will find that an in depth knowledge of CBCT will be exceedingly useful. This clerkship will provide the student with the opportunity to build on their basic knowledge of intraoral and panoramic radiography; and, to become proficient in Dental CBCT; these skills will prepare the new graduate for his or her professional life after graduation. The student will be expected to become proficient at Cone Beam CT image capture during clinic sessions and to learn the basics of CBCT interpretation with one on one learning sessions with the course director. In order to achieve these skills, students will be required to view lectures on CBCT technology and principles; to audit the ASE resident course on Advanced Oral Radiology; as well as review journal articles and textbooks on CBCT. Finally, the student will research and present a short research project of his/her choosing in consultation with the course director.
Offered
Fall/Spring.