A study of the breaking limit and ultimate strength of all elastomer impression materials in current use in Greece was made. Measurements were made at ten minutes, 24 hours, and 48 hours after mixing the material. Silicone and polyether materials showed greater ultimate strength than mercaptan materials in the first measurement.
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