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. 2015 Feb;12(2):140–150.

Table 3.

The Young's modulus and the Poisson's ratio of the materials

Materials Young's modulus (MPa) Poisson's ratio
Enamel 84100 0.20
Dentin 18600 0.31
Pulp 2 0.45
Composite resin 6700 0.22
Periodontal ligament 70 0.45
Spongy bone 1500 0.30
Cortical bone 15000 0.30