What’s the problem with zinc in denture adhesives? For years we’ve been told zinc is something we ought to be consuming, that it’s part of helping build immunity. But zinc can cause copper deficiency. In very large doses, it can cause neuropathy and even muscle weakness and digestive issues.
Join us in Medical History Mysteries as we talk about the addition of zinc to denture adhesives and what you need to know to help guide your dental patients.
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