Title: Demonstrate techniques for executing radiographic exposures in accordance with safety standards.
Course: Dental Careers II (14054-II) > Section: Performing Radiographic Procedures

Demonstration of techniques must be performed

- to correspond with diagnosis
- to ensure that aseptic technique is maintained during radiographic exposure
- to position image receptor as specified by the diagnosis
- to ensure both intraoral and/or extraoral techniques
- following manufacturers’ guidelines for specific equipment.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What are the two techniques for exposing radiographs?
- Which radiographic technique has the film touching the tooth?
- Why is an exposure sequence important?What is the purpose of personal monitoring?