CBCT
Cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) is widely used for three-dimensional dental and maxillofacial imaging. This course provides an introduction to the subject for dentists and DCPs with radiological training, and the time spent counts towards Level 1 CBCT training.
Member Feedback on CBCT
- Easy to understand module. Subdivided into bite size for easy reading
- This course is excellent
- Very concise and informative.
- A very good introduction to CBCT
The CBCT online learning module has clear and concise aims, objectives and anticipated outcomes, listed below. These will appear on the Dentaljuce Enhanced CPD Certificate, along with the time spent, dates, and detailed topics you studied within the module. Certificates can be printed at any time, covering any range of dates. Dentaljuce CPD complies with the UK GDC's requirements for enhanced verifiable continuing professional development.
Before starting this module, check that the learning outcomes are what you require, and that you have entered the need into your PDP. Here is an example PDP entry for this module.
| What development needs have I? | How will I address them? | Target completion date | Outcomes | Date Completed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| To improve my knowledge of Cone Beam Computed Tomography. | Take the Dentaljuce CBCT module. | • know the principles of CBCT. • know the indications / referral criteria for CBCT imaging. • understand the radiological justification for CBCT views. • recognise the more common imaging artifacts. |
| What development needs have I? | To improve my knowledge of Cone Beam Computed Tomography. |
|---|---|
| How will I address them? | Take the Dentaljuce CBCT module. |
| Target completion date | |
| Outcomes |
• know the principles of CBCT. |
| Date completed |
Module Aims and Outcomes
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The aim of the learning and teaching materials in this course is to allow learners to develop their professional knowledge and understanding of Cone Beam Computed Tomography, in line with their identified personal development requirements.
Module objective
• to teach the basic CBCT knowledge needed as a foundation for the further training required to become a CBCT Practitioner or Operator, compliant with current professional recommendations.
Anticipated learning outcomesThe learner will:
• know the principles of CBCT.
• know the indications / referral criteria for CBCT imaging.
• understand the radiological justification for CBCT views.
• recognise the more common imaging artifacts.
• through achieving these outcomes, provide an improved level of service to their patients.
GDC Development Outcomes
This CPD will support the learner in meeting the following GDC Development Outcomes:
• DO C. (Clinical domain) Maintenance and development of knowledge and skill within your field of practice
• DO D. (Professionalism domain) Maintenance of skills, behaviours and attitudes which maintain patient confidence in you and the dental profession and put patients' interests first.