Advances in Dental Research, Vol 6, Issue 1, 17-21
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Toxicology versus allergy in restorative dentistry
EC Munksgaard
Department of Dental Materials, Royal Dental College, Copenhagen, Denmark.
The frequency of side-effects among dental patients is very low and is seen mostly as mild allergic reactions. Among the dental staff, contact allergic eczema is occasionally seen, induced by certain metals and various organic materials.