Table 1.
Comparison of fracture resistance strength in Stage I.
| Methods of reinforcements | Fracture resistance (MPa) Mean ± SD (n = 10) |
|---|---|
| Control | 7.84 ± 1.33 |
| Reinforced with glass fibres | 13.54 ± 4.98 |
| Reinforced with polyethylene | 11.83 ± 3.45 |
| Reinforced with glass and polyethylene mixed fibres | 11.73 ± 3.24 |
| Reinforced with stainless steel wire | 14.09 ± 2.06 |
| Fvalue | 5.62 |
| P value | < 0.001 |