Centre for Distinctive Dentistry Blog - Dr. Ned Nippoldt

Whenever I see a new denture patient in my office who states they need to use "alot of denture adhesive" to hold their denture in place, my alert button goes off and my concern for the patient's overall health increases. Recent studies have indicated that there may be an association between use of denture adhesives containing zinc and neurological problems.

Studies indicate that with excessive use of denture adhesives containing zinc, the zinc can build up in the body and eventually block the body's ability to absorb copper. In some individuals, this can lead to neurological damage leading to loss of balance, loss of sensation in the feet and hands and even paralysis.

While some companies have elected to remove their zinc-containing products from the shelves, others feel the amount of zinc in their products is a non factor. Nevertheless, modern dentistry now has answers to the problem of ill-fitting dentures and denture wearers shouldn't have to use "alot of denture adhesive" to hold their dentures in place.

If you or someone you know is troubled by ill-fitting dentures or needs to use denture adhesive, please let them know about this potential health issue. I would be happy to present solutions to their ill-fitting denture problems. If you are in the Minneapolis, St. Paul, Woodbury, MN or Hudson, WI, areas, please contact Dr. Nippoldt at the Centre for Distinctive Dentistry and we will help you get on your way to a healthier denture situation.

Labels: denture adhesives, dentures, Implant-Supported Dentures