Dental Radiology
NON-CREDIT PROGRAM
This one (1) day, non-credit healthcare training prepares the dental assistant currently certified by the Dental Assisting Nation Board (DANB) and/or who is a graduate to a dental assisting program accredited by the American Dental Association (ADA) to apply for a Mississippi radiology permit. Individuals who are currently working or have worked in the dental field may also take this course. The students will learn basic principles of X-ray generation, image formation, biological effects of radiation, radiation protection, infection control, film processing and film mounting, intra-oral, extra-oral and panoramic radiographic technique, patient management and special problems. Upon successful completion of the program and obtaining the permit, the graduate is eligible to pursue additional opportunities in the dental field related to radiologic procedures. Cost: $200.00
For registration and class information assistance, please contact Mr. Laphalle Schexnayder at laphalle.schexnayder@mgccc.edu or