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Which property is NOT an ideal property of denture base materials?
Which property is NOT an ideal property of denture base materials?
- High thermal conductivity (correct)
- Adequate mechanical properties
- Esthetically satisfactory
- Easy to process with minimum expense and equipment
What is the main purpose of making denture base materials radio opaque?
What is the main purpose of making denture base materials radio opaque?
- To enable detection by x-ray if accidentally inhaled or ingested (correct)
- To enhance esthetic appeal
- To improve mechanical properties
- To make the material easy to repair
Why is it important for denture base materials to have dimensional stability during processing and in service?
Why is it important for denture base materials to have dimensional stability during processing and in service?
- To prevent distortion and fitting issues (correct)
- To reduce the cost of processing
- To improve esthetic appeal
- To enhance mechanical properties
Which property of denture base materials ensures resistance to microbial growth?
Which property of denture base materials ensures resistance to microbial growth?
What purpose does the esthetic satisfactory property of denture base materials serve?
What purpose does the esthetic satisfactory property of denture base materials serve?