Chapter 9: Dental X-Ray Film
Learning Objectives
At the end of this module chapter, you will be able to:
9.1
- Define the terms associated with dental x-ray film.
- Discuss why the radiographer should be familiar with dental x-ray film.
- Describe film composition and latent image formation.
- List the different types of x-ray film used in dentistry.
9.2
- Define intraoral film and describe intraoral film packaging.
- Identify the types and sizes of intraoral film available.
- Discuss film speed.
- Define extraoral film and describe extraoral film packaging.
- Discuss the differences between intraoral film and extraoral film and identify the types of extraoral film available.
9.3
- Describe the difference between screen and nonscreen films.
- Describe the use of intensifying screens and cassettes.
- Describe duplicating film.
- Discuss proper film storage and protection.
