Has anyone ever experienced a systemic allergy to composite fillings? Since I had all my mercury fillings removed (by a qualified specialist) and only when I started refilling the teeth with composite resins did I begin to experience itching (a feeling coming from the inside out). I had temporary fillings before the permanent ones and those were fine. When I first had the composite fillings applied I experienced some sensitivity in certain teeth which my dentist redid and used a protective la
2014-11-03 11:04:54
I believe I have an allergy to composite resins but it is near impossible to find a dentist or doctor to help you. For a while I was traveling to Tyler Texas (from South Louisiana) to see a dentist there. He was the most sympathetic and helpful but even he had not seen too many cases like mine. I have lived with irritation to my gums for about 8 years. It's not gum disease. But because of expenses and distance I just go on with my life and try not to let it interfere. I do think I will eventually have to deal with it. It's just that it becomes almost like a full time job researching and trying to find help. We are the "small" percentage that they just let fall through the cracks and then when they can't find anything they call you crazy.
2014-11-03 11:05:32