Component I

Component I consists of two papers containing multiple choice, short answer, and essay type questions. Paper 1 contains two general sections: General and Oral Pathology (2 hours) and Radiation Sciences (1 hour); Paper 2 contains two other general sections: Imaging Techniques (1 hour) and Gross and Radiographic Anatomy (2 hours).

In order to pass Component I, a candidate must achieve a passing grade in all four sections.

Topics for Review

General and Oral Pathology:

•      Pathogenesis/Pathophysiology

•      Histopathology

•      Radiation Sciences

•      Cellular and Mammalian Radiation Biology

•      Radiation Physics

•      Imaging Techniques

•      Imaging Physics

•      Clinical Applications

•      Anatomy

•      Gross Anatomy

•      Anatomy on Diagnostic Images

•      Dental Developmental Abnormalities

•      Developmental Abnormalities of the Jaws and Facial Bones

•      Cysts

•      Neoplasia (Benign and Malignant)

•      Inflammatory and Infectious Diseases

•      Fibro-Osseous Diseases

•      Bone and Hard Tissue Dysplasias

•      Metabolic and Endocrine Diseases

•      Trauma

•      Temporomandibular Joint Pathoses

•      Salivary Gland Diseases

•      Paranasal Sinus Pathoses

Component I Candidate Information Videos

This video will be played for candidates during the Information Session on the morning of Component I. It is an overview of the rules and instructions for the Examination. We encourage candidates to become familiar with these guidelines ahead of time.

This video will be played for candidates during the Information Session on the afternoon of Component I. It is an overview of the rules and instructions for the Examination. We encourage candidates to become familiar with these guidelines ahead of time.