Abstract
This study evaluated the possibility of the application of bamboo fibers to cold-curing resin. Specimens reinforced by Oo bamboo fibers (P. aurea f. takemural) were fabricated and immersed in distilled water for 1, 7, 30, 90, and 180 days. After immersion, the specimens were tested by the 3-point bending test to measure flexural strengths and rigidity, and the amounts of leached monomer and water sorption were measured. As a result of the test and the measurement, bamboo fibers could reinforce resin, with the reinforcement effect being maintained for 180 days; however, there were increased amounts of leached monomer and water sorption. Clinically, profitable points were identified, but the improvement points were identified also.
