Cement compositions containing an expandable material are disclosed. The
compositions are suitable for use in oil and gas wells. An example of
such an expandable material is a polymer encapsulated chemical that
expands upon heating. Examples of cement compositions containing polymer
encapsulated isobutane or isopentane are disclosed. The use of cement
compositions containing an expandable material can reduce the formation
of micro-annulus or other deleterious physical properties in the set
cement.