Metal allergy is one of the least known, hidden, but existing allergic diseases of our time.
How can metal allergy be recognised?
If you have ever experienced an itchy sensation whilst wearing metal jewellery or other items, and your skin has become flaky or even developed sores in places, then you most likely have a metal allergy.
We know this feeling; we have already carried out completely metal-free treatments on dozens of our patients, with excellent results and no allergic reactions. Just like any other treatment, the orthodontics This can also be achieved using metal-free orthodontic appliances.
Our practice offers various solutions for patients who have a proven allergy to a metal used in dentistry.
What other allergies can we encounter?
Commonly known allergy types also include pollen and dust allergies. Metal allergy is heard much less often, yet many people suffer from it.
Some people are aware of the symptoms but haven't identified them as a metal allergy, so while they have an allergy, they are unaware of it. We recommend having an allergy test once a year.
Regular check-ups are also recommended because, unfortunately, we can be exposed to very strong toxic, allergenic effects on a daily basis. It's better to recognise and know how to deal with a problem than not to know and suffer the consequences of ignorance afterwards. A dermatologist can easily and simply perform metal allergy testing.
Which Metals Used in Dentistry Are Most Likely to Cause Allergic Reactions?
- a nickel
- Mercury
- chrome
- A cobalt
- the silver
- the gold
Mercury is an exceptionally harmful and toxic metal!
Amalgam fillings contain mercury! If you still have, or have ever had, amalgam fillings, ask your dentist to remove them and to carry out a detoxification treatment to eliminate the mercury!
What can you do if you have a metal allergy?
Currently, there is no cure in the medical field for metal allergies. The good news is that there are several options for completely metal-free dental treatments and smile makeovers.
During these treatments, we avoid the allergenic metal as much as possible. We have already carried out completely metal-free treatments for dozens of our patients with excellent results and without allergic symptoms.
Metal-free orthodontics: removable braces
For correctable tooth positions with removable braces, we use appliances made of plastic or silicone. All of these are custom-made under special conditions and produced with professional quality.
Of these, the most modern and aesthetically pleasing is the Invisalign braces, which is made from deep-drawn, transparent film, custom-made under specialised conditions. The ideal wearing time for this world-class device is 20–22 hours.
This way, you will still have the opportunity during your orthodontic treatment to arrange your meals, important meetings and dental hygiene routine as you were accustomed to previously.
Metal-free orthodontics: fixed braces
For adult orthodontics, we use fixed porcelain braces, which are metal-free.
For such devices, we order special arcs depending on which metals and alloys you are allergic to. In every case where metal allergy is suspected, we recommend a full dermatological examination before starting treatment. If you already have such an examination, please bring it with you on your next visit.
What to do if you have a metal allergy and want to straighten your teeth?
- Please call our surgery, please ask our female colleagues for help in booking a consultation appointment!
- Please prepare your allergy test results and bring them with you to our clinic!
- Discover metal-free porcelain braces, as well as the world’s most advanced invisible, metal-free, with its removable braces. And don’t be surprised if you don’t even notice them, because they blend in so beautifully and seamlessly with the colour of your teeth and the line of your teeth.
We welcome you in our practice!
Ask for our orthodontist and dental hygienists We look forward to helping you with your metal-free orthodontic treatment! The experienced, well-trained, caring and always cheerful members of our team are delighted to be at your service, offering you the full extent of their expertise, up-to-date knowledge, care and undivided attention.
