DMSVTD 490 | Dental Ultrasound & Vasculature

DMSVTD 490 | Dental ultrasound & Vasculature Total: 10 Hours | E-Lecture: 3 Hours | E-Lab: 3 Hours | On Site Lab: 4 Hours This course introduces students to the fundamentals of dental and oral-maxillofacial ultrasound imaging, with an emphasis on identifying anatomical structures and vascular pathways relevant to dental health and systemic circulation. Students will explore non-radiative imaging techniques for assessing the jaw, teeth, salivary glands, and adjacent soft tissues, along with vascular landmarks that impact oral and facial health. The curriculum highlights the role of ultrasound in evaluating pain, inflammation, infection, and vascular anomalies without ionizing radiation. Through case-based learning, simulation, and hands-on scanning, students will develop the ability to recognize sonographic patterns, optimize transducer positioning for challenging anatomy, and apply diagnostic reasoning in support of patient-centered dental care. In-person lab sessions reinforce real-time image acquisition and vascular correlation, preparing students to expand their diagnostic capabilities in both dental and broader clinical settings.