MODULE 6 Flashcards
Recording medium (image receptor)
generally used in dental radiography
Radiographic film
invisible image
Latent image
Manifest image
visible image
General Procedure:
a. Immersion of exposed films in developer solution
b. Rinsing in running water
c. Immersion in fixing solution
d. Film washing
e. Drying and mounting for viewing
Main composition of processing
solution:
- Developing solution developer
- Fixing solution
compose of elon and
hydroquinone
Developing solution developer
sodium sulfite
preservative
maintain ph of
solution (ph 11). Sodium
bicarbonate, sodium hydroxide,
sodium metaborate and
tetraborate.
activator
potassium bromide. Anti-fog agent.
restrainer
sodium or ammonium thiosulfate
clearing agent
acetic acid
acidifier
sodium sulfite
preservative
aluminum potassium sulfate and
chromium potassium sulphate
hardener
Light proof (light-tight door or a
doorless maze)
well ventilated to supply fresh air
for the comfort of the individual
working in the area
DARKROOM
The ideal darkroom should contain the following equipment:
- the safelight,
- processing tank,
- thermometer,
- timer,
- drying racks,
- sink and adequate water supply.