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.