X-Ray Visions: What's New in the Black & White View
Host: Sandra Stramoski, RDH, MSDH
Descriptions: This presentation will discuss the latest updates and recommendations for the dental radiographer in acquiring and interpertating dental images. New and revisited safety recommendations, considerations for risk vs. benefit in dental imaging and communication strategies with patients will be discussed. Rational use of artificial and augmented intelligence software as well as back-to-basic techniques and tips will round out this practical program.
Objectives:
- Evaluate and discuss updates on radiation safety for the patient and clinician in the use of ionizing radiation in dentistry
- Consider ethical and appropriate recommendations for the prescription of dental images for adults and children
- Identify errors and consider technique modifications for acquiring diagnostic images
- Explore and discuss the latest trends and technologies in acquiring and interpreting dental images
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Sandra Stramoski, RDH, MSDH
Sandra Stramoski, RDH, MSDH is a faculty member at the University of Bridgeport, Fones School of Dental Hygiene, where she has taught Radiology, Pharmacology, Dental Hygiene Clinic and Research Methods. She was educated at the University of Bridgeport, where she received her degrees in dental hygiene and education. Professor Stramoski was a clinical dental hygienist for many years, practicing in several states across the country, and has been an educator for 18 years. She has published in the Journal of Dental Hygiene and Dimensions in Dental Hygiene, where she serves on their peer-review board, and has presented nationally and internationally. She is a past President of the Connecticut Dental Hygienists' Association, and received the Mabel C. McCarthy Award in 2013, the Centennial Year of Dental Hygiene.
