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Dental Film Processing

Dental Film Processing. The Darkroom. What are the ideal features? cleanliness no light leaks door with inside lock adequate ventilation temperature and humidity adequate space safelight 4’ from films ability to regulate water temperature

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Dental Film Processing

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  1. Dental Film Processing

  2. The Darkroom • What are the ideal features? • cleanliness • no light leaks • door with inside lock • adequate ventilation • temperature and humidity • adequate space • safelight 4’ from films • ability to regulate water temperature • Sink for mixing, washing hands, chemical disposal

  3. Processing • Each of you has been given a topic relating to the processing of radiographic film • Using the available texts (and the internet should you wish), prepare notes suitable to give to your fellow students on your given topic • Be prepared to present these notes at the end of the session

  4. Processor Maintenance • Replenish daily • Check temperature regularly • Clean rollers weekly • Change solutions regularly (2-6 weeks depending on use) • Drain tanks and clean tanks regularly • When not in use, lift cover • Prevents fogging from chemical fumes • Releases moisture

  5. Dealing with chemicals… • COSHH guidelines • Gloves, apron, protect eyes • Adequate ventilation • Safe storage and controlled use • Spillage awareness • Correct waste disposal • No food or drink • Minimal darkroom time • Report safety issues

  6. Scenario You discover a leak coming from the dental processor Outline the course of action that should be taken

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