A reversible hydrocolloid impression material that exhibits birefringent characteristics was developed. Tests were performed to establish the stress-optic characteristics of the hydrocolloid for use in photoelastic analysis. Physical characteristics are reported which are relevant to the clinician and dental researcher.
Get full access to this article
View all access options for this article.
References
1.
Caputo, A.A.; Carniglia, S.C.; Collard, E.W.; and Standlee, J.P.: The Mechanics of Dental Retentive Pins and Impression Materials, Final Report for the Office of Naval Research, Contract N00014-68-C-0316, 1970.
2.
Collard, E.W.; Standlee, J.P.; and Caputo, A.A.: An Acceptable Photoelastic Simulation of Mercaptan Rubber Impression Materials , J South Cal Dent Assoc38 :506-511, 1970.
