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organic resin matrix
thick liquids made up of two or more types of organic molecules (polymers) that form a
matrix around filler particles
inorganic filler particle
fine particle of quartz silica or glass that give strength and wear resistance to a material
composite resins
tooth-colored materials composed of an organic resin matrix, inorganic filler particles, a
coupling agent, and coloring pigments
Direct-Placement Esthetic Materials
tooth-colored materials that can be placed directly into the cavity preparation without
being constructed outside of the mouth first
Silane coupling agent
a chemical that helps to bind the filler particles to the organic matrix
Pigments
coloring agents that give composites their color
Monomers
high molecular weight molecules with double carbon bonds that link to form polymers
Self-Cured Composite