Radiology
Undergraduate course
- ECTS credits
- 10
- Teaching semesters
- Spring
- Course code
- TPBARØN
- Number of semesters
- 2
- Teaching language
- Norwegian
- Resources
- Schedule
- Reading list
Course description
Objectives and Content
Learning Outcomes
After completing the course, the student will be able to:
Knowledge
- demonstrate knowledge of physical entities of oral diagnostic radiology; production of x-rays, projection geometry, and the interaction of x-rays with matter
- get familiarized with digital intraoral techniques including photo-stimulable phosphor (PSP) plates and solid-state sensors
- demonstrate knowledge of different image acquiring techniques for clinical dental radiographic examination
- demonstrate an ability of systematic interpretation of intraoral radiographs
- demonstrate good knowledge of the radiographic appearance of anatomical structures and com-mon pathological changes in the teeth and jaws
- demonstrate an understanding of the biological effects of radiation, and the principles of radiation protection
- demonstrate good knowledge on when intraoral periapical radiographs are indicated
Skills
- acquire intraoral radiographs of diagnostically acceptable quality, using the proper technique and optimized exposure parameters (kV, mA, s), and recognize the need for re-exposure
- scan PSP plates to obtain digital intraoral radiographs
- perform optimized intraoral radiographic examinations with parallel technique (periapical and bitewing), and on indication perform alternative techniques (bisecting-angle technique)
- perform extraoral radiographic examinations (panoramic)
- optimize viewing conditions, and perform systematic viewing and interpretation and construct a written report of intraoral radiographs
- recognize the appearance of anatomic structures on dental images, and can identify dental filling materials, diagnose caries, marginal and apical periodontitis, and periimplantitis
- apply radiation protection principles, including performing the justification process for intraoral radiographs
Competence
- act responsibly and care for the patients
- explain to the patient why intraoral radiographs are necessary and what can be seen on such radiographs
- apply radiation protection means to limit exposure for patients, accompanying persons and personnel
Level of Study
Semester of Instruction
Access to the Course
Teaching and learning methods
Compulsory Assignments and Attendance
Clinical seminars and auscultation is mandatory. In the range of seminars, the students have to pass the anatomy test before further clinical training on patients can commence.
All teaching is mandatory, except for lectures. The student is responsible for reporting absences, and unexcused absences are not allowed.¿In addition to the attendance requirements, the academic requirements must be met, both in terms of the quality of the work and sufficient practice¿
Before the student can be enrolled for the written examination the clinical instructor evaluates the students¿ ability to take diagnostically acceptable radiographs for a full status, and assess whether the student can evaluate image quality, identify dental filling materials, and diagnose caries, marginal and apical periodontitis, and peri-implantitis.
In this subject, mandatory activities are valid for two semesters.