Question 146 (part 2) · LDEK · Prosthodontic materials

PVEMA is a derivative of methacrylates and characterized with:

1) lower temperature of exothermic reaction than PMMA;
2) lower monomer toxicity than PMMA;
3) high porosity.
Correct answer is:
  1. A. 1,2.
  2. B. 1,3.
  3. C. only 1.
  4. D. 2,3.
  5. E. all of the above-mentioned.
Hint

Compare PVEMA with PMMA in terms of pulpal safety, then recall its typical drawbacks as a provisional material.

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