CBCT for Dental Core Trainees (DCT070421)

AvailabilityCourse has taken place
SubjectRadiography and radiation protection
DescriptionNo description given
Additional information

Programme

09.00 – 9.15 Welcome

9.15 – 10.00 Intro and physics

10.00 -10.45 How it works

10.45 -11.30 CBCT anatomy

11.30 – set lunch time homework

11.30 – 2.30 Lunch

2.30 – 3.00 CBCT anatomy homework marking

3.00 – 3.15 How to write a radiological report

3.15 – 3.45 Common pathologies on CBCT

3.45 – 4.30 Virtual Workshop

4.30- 5.00 Marking workshop

VenueMS Teams, Virtual - N/A - Virtual  View details
Date & timeWednesday 7 April 2021, 09:00 to 17:00
LecturerFreya Smith-Jack  View details
Target audience

Mandatory: DCT

Development outcomeC
Course styleInteractive Workshop
CateringNone
Core topic Not a core topic
CPD hours6:00
CostNo charge
Aims

Development of understanding of CBCT

Objectives

Understand what CBCT is and how it differs from conventional spiral CT.

Understand how the physics of CBCT image acquisition affects the image seen.

Types of CBCT, advantages and disadvantages and what is pertinent in practice.

Understand how to build a business case for CBCT.

Know how to apply image parameters effectively.

CBCT legislation – who is responsible for the image.

Indications / contraindications for CBCT.

Know normal anatomical structures and their variations.

Understand how to interpret a general radiology report.

Be able to construct an effective radiological report.

Understand common CBCT pathologies and their radiological appearance.

Understand when to refer and to whom.

Learning outcomes

Maintenance and development of knowledge and skill within your field of practice