The thermomechanical properties of gutta-percha: II. The history and molecular chemistry of gutta-percha

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Abstract

The various early uses of gutta-percha are reviewed, and its molecular chemistry is discussed.

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    From a thesis submitted by the senior author in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Science at Boston University School of Graduate Dentistry.

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