Gutta-Percha
Synonyms
Gutta Percha
Gutta-percha
Guttapercha
Thermofil
Ultrafil
Coagulated exudate isolated from several species of the tropical tree Palaquium (Sapotaceae). It is the trans-isomer of natural rubber and is used as a filling and impression material in dentistry and orthopedics and as an insulator in electronics. It has also been used as a rubber substitute.