Denture Creams
Denture Creams are designed as an adhesive to
solidify dentures to a person's gums and prevent pain
and discomfort. In most cases Zinc is one of the
ingredients of denture cream that can be harmful when
used in excess. Super Poligrip and Fixodent are
just two of many denture creams that contain zinc as an
ingredient. Excess zinc in the blood can lead to
significant health problems.
Recently, researchers found users
of denture creams, such as Super Poligrip and Fixodent,
may be at risk for zinc poisoning.
Some signs of zinc poisoning are: paralysis,
weakness in the extremities, poor balance or lack of
coordination, pain in the extremities, numbness or
tingling, loss of sensation and/or difficulty urinating.
There are also several diagnoses that could result from excess levels of zinc
in the blood, such as:
- Zinc Poisoning;
- Neuropathy;
- Myelopathy (damage to the spinal cord);
- Copper deficiency (Hypocupremia);
- Anemia; and/or
- Bone marrow failure.
If you use denture cream and suffer from any of these symptoms, you may be
entitled to compensation. For a free consultation, contact Peterson &
Associates, P.C. toll free at 877-DRUG-GIANT.
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