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FACULTY OF DENTISTRY - DENTISTRY
Course Information
Faculty: FACULTY OF DENTISTRY
Program: DENTISTRY
Level of Study: Under Graduate
Type of Education: 1. Öğretim
Course Title: ORAL, DENTAL AND MAXILLOFACIAL RADIOLOGY I
Course Code: DHF222
Offered Semester: 4
Theoretical: 2
Practical: 0
Laboratory: 0
Credits: 0.0
ECTS Credits: 2.0
Catalog Number: 1978
Course Type: Required
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Course Lecturer(s): Dr. Öğr. Üyesi SELEN BOZKAYA BİLGİN
Course Objective: In this course, the student should learn the basic principles of radiology and radiological anatomy, learn and apply intraoral and extraoral radiographic methods, know the principles of advanced imaging methods and their applications in dentistry, determine and analyze which technique should be used in which situations. It is aimed to interpret the images correctly, to learn advanced imaging techniques such as CT, MR, USG, to determine the indications, to direct them to the relevant specialist when necessary, to manage the dangers of ionizing radiation and to take precautions.
Course Description: Definition, history and basic concepts of radiology, indications, determination and examination of the appropriate imaging technique, advanced imaging techniques and interpretation of images, as well as radiation physics, radiobiology, radiation protection and radiation safety, radiographic techniques, film examination, anatomical structures, jaws, radiology about image quality information.
Course Materials: Günhan O. Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology, Quintessence Publications, 2015 Harrorlı A. Oral, Dental and Maxillofacial Radiology. Nobel Medicine Bookstores, Istanbul 2014 Özcan İ. Fundamentals of Radiology in Dentistry. Istanbul Medical Health and Publishing, Istanbul 2017 Özcan İ. Oral Diagnosis with Systemic Approaches, Nobel Medicine Bookstores, Istanbul 2006 White SC, Pharaoh MJ, editors Principles of Oral Radiology and Interpretation. 7th edition Louis: Mosby Elsevier, 2014
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ECTS

Activity 
Number 
Time (hours) 
Total (Workload) 
Midterm16232
Midterm11010
Midterm11010
Midterm818
Total Work Load  60
Total Work Load/ 30 (s)  2.00
ECTS Credit of the Course  2.0

Course Learning Outcomes

Number 
Learning Outcome 
1Recognizes radiography systems used in dentistry.
2 Learns intraoral and extraoral examination.
3Learns radiation physics and radiographic anatomy.
4 Knows the biological effects of radiation and radiation protection methods.
5Knows intraoral and extraoral radiography techniques.
6She has knowledge about cone beam computed tomography, advanced imaging methods and digital radiographs.

Weekly Topics

Week 
Topic 
Preliminary 
Methodology 
1 Radiology in History  
2 Radiation Physics, X-Rays, Absorption of X-Rays and Dental X-Ray Devices  
3 Radiographic Anatomy, Radiolucent Lesions, Radiopaque Lesions  
4radiobiology  
5 Biological Effects of Radiation and Radiation Protection  
6 Image Formation and Image Recording in Radiology, Structure of Dental X-Ray Films  
7Intraoral Imaging Techniques  
8 MIDTERM  
9 Extraoral Radiography Techniques  
10 Principles of Cone-Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) and Clinical Applications  
11 Advanced Imaging Methods and Digital Imaging Techniques  
12 Diagnostic Radiology in Dentistry (The structure of jaw bones, teeth and supporting tissues)  
13 Dental Radiological Algorithm ( Anamnesis, Bone Lesions, Deciding on Radiographic Examination  
14 Identification of Bone Lesions ( Diagnostic Algorithm )  
15Interpretation of Diagnostic Images in Dentistry, Reporting, Terms used in Radiological Examination and the concept of malpractice  

Evaluation Method

Activity Name 
Number 
Contribution Margin 
Midterm140
Midterm150
Midterm15
Midterm15

Course Lecturer(s)

Title 
Name 
Surname 
Web address 
Mail 
Task 
Dr. Öğr. ÜyesiELİFSARI elif.sari@kocaelisaglik.edu.trCourse Instructor
Dr. Öğr. ÜyesiYEŞİMDEMİRDURAK yesim.demirdurak@kocaelisaglik.edu.trCourse Instructor

Contribution of the Course to Program Outcomes

Order 
Program Learning Outcomes 
Contribution 
1 
2 
3 
4 
5 
1Program Output 1     X
2He/she can use the knowledge gained in the field of dentistry practically on diseases, preventive treatments and medicated treatments of mouth, jaw, teeth and all oral tissues. X    
3Using the advanced knowledge and skills acquired in the field of dentistry, they can interpret and evaluate the data related to the treatment process, identify and analyze problems, and develop solutions based on research and evidence.   X  
4Can independently conduct a qualitative or quantitative research on Dentistry.      
5Can take responsibility individually and as a team member to solve complex and unpredictable problems encountered in diagnosis, diagnosis and treatment practices related to dentistry.      
6As a dentist, it can contribute to the development and training of technicians working under its responsibility.      
7Evaluate the theoretical knowledge and applied skills acquired in the field of dentistry with a critical approach.      
8Can identify learning needs and participate in trainings related to the field, adopts a lifelong learning approach.      
9Can inform relevant persons and institutions on issues related to the field of dentistry; can convey his thoughts and suggestions for solutions to problems verbally and in writing.      
10Can share quantitative and qualitative data where necessary      
11By using English at least at the European Language Portfolio B1 General Level, they can follow the information in their field, communicate with their colleagues and attend congresses.      
12Acts in accordance with ethical values ​​in evaluation, diagnosis, treatment and practices in relations with pediatric and adult patients.      
13She has sufficient awareness of the universality of social rights, social justice, quality culture and protection of cultural values, environmental protection, occupational health and safety.