Radiology Certification Course with Clinical Session II
Boston, MA •Friday, February 8, 2019, 9 a.m. - Saturday, February 9, 2019, 2 p.m.
Prerequisites: This is not an introductory course. The applicant should have a working knowledge of dental X-ray machines and their use. Applicants should also be familiar with dental radiology-related concepts and terminology.
The lecture session includes:
• X-ray properties and the generation of X-rays
• Radiation protection
• Radiation biology
• Darkroom procedures
• Intra-oral radiographic techniques using film and digital sensors
• Technique/processing errors and troubleshooting using film and digital sensors
• Film-based and digital extra-oral radiography and panoramic radiography
• Direct digital radiography for dentistry
The clinical session includes:
• Written examination
• Demonstration of intra-oral techniques
• Practical exercise using digital sensors on phantoms
• Demonstration of development and review of films
Participants will also be asked to complete a homework assignment in advance of their clinical session, which will be sent out in advance of the course start date.
Mandatory Lecture:
Date: Friday, February 8, 2018
9:00 am–5:00 pm
Choice of One: Clinical Session I, II, or III
PLEASE NOTE: NH CANDIDATES SHOULD ENROLL IN SESSION III. Extended hours are designed to meet NH requirements.
Options:
Session I: February 9 (8:00 am-11:00 am)
Session II: February 9 (11:00 am-2:00 pm)
Session III: February 10 (8:00 am-2:00 pm)
One Kneeland Street
Boston, MA 02111
The lecture session includes:
• X-ray properties and the generation of X-rays
• Radiation protection
• Radiation biology
• Darkroom procedures
• Intra-oral radiographic techniques using film and digital sensors
• Technique/processing errors and troubleshooting using film and digital sensors
• Film-based and digital extra-oral radiography and panoramic radiography
• Direct digital radiography for dentistry
The clinical session includes:
• Written examination
• Demonstration of intra-oral techniques
• Practical exercise using digital sensors on phantoms
• Demonstration of development and review of films
Participants will also be asked to complete a homework assignment in advance of their clinical session, which will be sent out in advance of the course start date.
Mandatory Lecture:
Date: Friday, February 8, 2018
9:00 am–5:00 pm
Choice of One: Clinical Session I, II, or III
PLEASE NOTE: NH CANDIDATES SHOULD ENROLL IN SESSION III. Extended hours are designed to meet NH requirements.
Options:
Session I: February 9 (8:00 am-11:00 am)
Session II: February 9 (11:00 am-2:00 pm)
Session III: February 10 (8:00 am-2:00 pm)
Tuition: $250 (includes continental breakfast only)
Credit: 12 Hours (Sessions I and II)—Participation
16 Hours (Session III) — Participation
Please note: Course participants are advised that due to the technical language used in both the written and clinical exams, proficiency in English is strongly recommended. Registration is available on a first come, first served basis.
This course meets the requirements of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Board of Dentistry. Session III participants may also meet the requirements for the state of New Hampshire, but are also required to take and pass the DANB examination. Participants are advised to check with their individual state board requirements.
Courtyard by Marriott
Boston Tremont
275 Tremont Street
Boston, MA 02116
Reservations: 800.321.2211
Phone: 617.426.1400
Fax: 617.482.6730
www.CourtyardBostonTremont.com
The DoubleTree Hotel
821 Washington Street
Boston, MA 02111
Phone: 617.956.7900
Fax: 617.956.7901
www.hiltonfamilyboston.com/downtown
The W Hotel Boston
100 Stuart Street
Boston, MA 02116
Phone: 617.261.8700
Fax: 617.310.6730
www.WHotels.com/boston
RICHARD W. SHEA, D.M.D. Former Assistant Clinical Professor, Division of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, Tufts University School of Dental Medicine; Private Practice, West Roxbury, MA
BRIAN M. SHEA, D.M.D. Former Clinical Instructor, Division of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, Tufts University School of Dental Medicine; Private Practice, West Roxbury, MA
MICHAEL PUTT, D.M.D. Adjunct Instructor, Department of Comprehensive Care, Tufts University School of Dental Medicine; Private Practice, Wayland, MA
BRENDAN GOUIN, D.M.D. Adjunct Instructor, Department of Comprehensive Care, Tufts University School of Dental Medicine; Private Practice, Charlestown, RI
Tufts University School of Dental Medicine is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider. Approval Date12/15-11/19. ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education. ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit house by boards of dentistry. Concerns or complaints about a CE provider may be directed to the provider or to ADA CERP at ADA.org/goto/cerp.
In the event of inclement weather (such as a snow emergency) or other extenuating circumstances, the Division of Continuing Education may be forced to cancel a course. If a course has been cancelled, we will contact participants by the phone number and/or email address provided. You may call or email our office on the day of the course if you are uncertain of a course’s status.
Refunds
Full tuition refund or credit will be given for cancellations received at least two weeks prior to course date. Refunds or tuition credit will not be issued for participant no-shows.