Dental Materials Flashcards
1
Q
Composite Renin
A
Bonds with tooth structures
2
Q
Amalgam
A
- doesn’t bond
- hardens
- Stronger than composite
3
Q
Viscosity
A
Ability to flow
4
Q
Elasticity
A
Ability to return to original shape on removal of applied force
5
Q
Rigidity
A
Measure of how much force is needed to cause a change in shape of material
6
Q
Hardness
A
Ability of material to withstand indentation or removal of surface layers
7
Q
Compressive Strength
A
Ability to withstand applied compressive forces
8
Q
Creep
A
Ability to cope with reptitive application of small forces without altering shape
