Denture Cream Causes Zinc Poisoning
According to reports, an estimated 35 million people in the United States wear dentures.
Of these millions, most of them also have to use denture cream.
However, what most people do not know is there are risks involved with using denture cream and the chemicals this substance contains.
Individuals who have dentures can get denture adhesive cream over-the-counter.
Before putting the dentures in the mouth, the cream is applied to it in order to keep them in place.
Large amounts of denture cream are used to keep in place for some wearing dentures, particularly those with poor fitting dentures. This may cause them to ingest the denture cream, which could cause health problems that are severe.
Zinc Toxicity Caused by Denture Cream
Most denture creams contain zinc and even though a small amount of zinc is healthy in a balanced diet, too much zinc can be toxic and can lead to zinc poisoning if ingested in large amounts. The ingestion of too much zinc could cause the reduction of another important metal in the body. Because of this, a serious neurological issue could occur.
Zinc Poisoning Symptoms Caused by Denture Cream
If someone experiences zinc toxicity caused by denture creams such as Poligrip and Fixodent, they could experience a variety of symptoms.
Some signs that people may experience due to denture cream are:
Numbness
Weakness
Unable to balance
No coordination
Tingling in the hands and feet
There have also been many reports of people experiencing paralysis and loss of sensation and muscle weakness in their arms and legs.
You may want to file Pharmaceutical Drug Claims if you or someone you know have experienced any of these symptoms and use denture cream please contact us today to speak with an experienced attorney about the options available to you.
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