Four denture base polymers were studied by using a torsional pendulum apparatus. Shear modulus and mechanical loss tangent were determined after five seconds over the temperature range 20C to 105C, and hence a transition temperature (TG) was obtained. A polycarbonate had a high TG together with superior elastic properties.
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