This article introduces a use of SEC to analyze water soluble polymers in denture adhesives
Denture adhesives are complex formulations containing synthetic materials like carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) and Gantrez. These materials hydrate to provide firm attachment between the prosthesis and the palate, with CMC acting short-term and Gantrez providing long-term adherence through cross-linking.
The most successful products include mixtures of carboxymethyl cellulose or CMC with Gantrez.
The Gantrez material had to be assessed at pH 9.
The flow rate for the analysis is 1.0 mL/min.