Radiation Safety (X-Ray)

Dental X-Ray Certification Course (X087) Approved by the Dental Board of California

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California Dental Educators is proud to offer a Dental Board of California-approved Dental Radiation Safety Course (X087) (Dental X-Rays). This course fulfills all the requirements for obtaining your Dental Radiation Safety Certificate and is ideal for dental assistants, sterilization technicians, and front office staff who want to expand their clinical skills.

Course Overview

This course includes:

• Home Study Lecture Portion (8-Hours)
  Covers anatomical landmarks, radiology basics, infection control, and radiology equipment. You will complete a written exam on the first day of class.

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• Lab/Preclinical Training on X-Ray Mannequins at Our Rocklin Facility
  Learn and practice:

  • Infection control procedures

  • Bitewing and periapical exposures

  • Bisecting and paralleling techniques

  • Digital imaging using wall mount and handheld NOMAD 

Class dates and times

Thursday, 5:30pm-9:30pm

Friday, 5:30pm-9:30pm

Saturday, 9:00am-6:00pm

Sunday, 9:00am-6:00pm

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You will complete:

• 2 sets of 4 bitewings

• 3 sets of 18 full-mouth series (FMS) on a manikin

• 4 Clinical Patient X-Ray Experience
     *You will bring your own 4 patients one at a time, to your scheduled clinical session. You will perform full-     mouth radiographic procedures using the skills practiced in preclinical lab. 

• One patient on Saturday late afternoon and three patients on Sunday. The exact time when you will be bringing your patient will be included in the course material, sent after registration.

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​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Prerequisites

You must have all of the following sent to californiadentaleducators@gmail.com  (required before receiving course material)

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1. 8-Hour Infection Control Certificate

2. Current BLS Certification Must be from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross (No online-only courses)

3. 4 Qualified Patients
   Each patient must:

   • Be 18 years or older

   • Not be pregnant

   • Not currently in orthodontic treatment

   • Not have dentures

   • Have not have had FMS, panoramic, or cephalometric x-rays within the past year

   • Have a signed dental x-ray authorization letter and health history from their dentist (these forms will be in the course material)

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PPE Requirements

Per guidelines, students must wear full PPE during lab and clinical sessions. You will need:

• 8 Level 2 (or higher) disposable face masks

• 1 box of exam gloves (medical-grade, fitted)

• Disposable isolation gowns or cuffed lab jackets

• Safety goggles or glasses with side shields

• Optional: Face shield

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PPE Kits Available
Order a pre-packed PPE kit to be ready for your preclinical session under forms in the toolbar.

Before and After You Register

• Read the FAQ page. Access this in the toolbar at the top of the page.

• Choose the course date you want and register for class.

• You’ll receive the course materials via email to begin your home study portion.

• If you have any questions, we’re just a phone call or email away—we’re here to help!

• Upon successful completion, we’ll email your certificate for immediate proof and also send the original certificate by mail.

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Certificate & Compliance

Upon successful completion, you will receive a Radiation Safety Certificate—a legal requirement for taking x-rays in any dental office. This certificate must be displayed at the facility where x-rays are taken.

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Why Choose Us?

Our experienced instructors bring over a combined 45 years of teaching dental expertise. You’ll benefit from hands-on instruction, a current curriculum aligned with Dental Board standards, and a strong commitment to your success.

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We are committed to your success and here to support you every step of the way.

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