Which of the Following Statements Is True of Polymerization Shrinkage

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true of polymerization shrinkage of composite restorative materials?

• A) Microfilled composites shrink less than microhybrid composites, because microhybrid composites have less resin.
• B) Stresses from polymerization shrinkage cannot exceed the bond strength of a composite to tooth structure.
• C) Incremental addition and polymerization of composite in layers will reduce the effective shrinkage.
• D) Bulk addition of composite will reduce the effective shrinkage.

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