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Allergy to composite resin

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 layer before refilling the teeth. For about 3 months now I've had to take an antihistamine tablet every other day because the itching keeps returning. I have ruled out food chemical and environmental allergies and have been told by a gynecologist that this type of allergy is not due to hormones. I've asked my dentist if there is any test I can do but he doesn't know of any and I am considering consulting an allergist but I would like to know if anyone out there has ever experienced this and what you've done. The allergy could be from another source but it seems too coincidental that the itching first appeared after placing the composite resin fillings. HELP!!

2014-11-03 11:04:54

Amy

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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

malaysia A