The use of RTV silicones in maxillofacial prosthetics.

@article{Kanter1970TheUO,
  title={The use of RTV silicones in maxillofacial prosthetics.},
  author={Jason Kanter},
  journal={The Journal of prosthetic dentistry},
  year={1970},
  volume={24 6},
  pages={
          646-53
        }
}
  • J. Kanter
  • Published 1 December 1970
  • Medicine
  • The Journal of prosthetic dentistry
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