With which type of film are intensifying screens typically used?

Intensifying screens are specifically designed to enhance the image quality produced by screen film during the radiographic process. These screens emit fluorescence when exposed to X-rays, amplifying the radiation effect on the film and allowing for a lower radiation dose to be used while still achieving a diagnostic image.

Screen films require this combination with intensifying screens, as they are not as sensitive to X-ray exposure without them. In extraoral imaging, such as panoramic or cephalometric radiography, the use of screen film along with intensifying screens is common practice. This pairing helps to create high-quality images while minimizing patient exposure to radiation.

Intraoral films are typically designed to be used without intensifying screens, as they are inherently more sensitive to direct X-ray exposure. Digital film relies on electronic sensors rather than film and screens for image capture, and thus does not apply to this context. Therefore, the association between extraoral film and intensifying screens is what makes this the appropriate choice.