The zinc in denture adhesives can cause neuropathies.

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I had heard a while back that denture adhesive cremes could cause neuropathies. While watching "Royal Paynes", there was a case of neuropathy cause by denture adhesive (he was using way too much). An over abundance of Zinc can block the copper needed by the body. Hence this research. Hope it helps someone.

Now this is an info article by an attorney, but it has some good info. Blessings, Joy

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No one should endure the ravages of nerve damage or an enfeebling nerve disorder known as neuropathy…especially if they were preventable. Our law firm is committed to assisting you with retribution for damages caused by zinc poisoning associated with the well- known denture cream Fixodent.

Normally, one tube of denture cream should last about three to ten weeks, according to researchers at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas who ascertained that excessive amounts used could cause nerve damage and neuropathy. Their study appeared in the medical journal Neurology after following four denture-wearing patients who developed nerve damage after using more than the recommended application of adhesive on a daily basis. Actually, the subjects admitted to using at least two tubes per week. Three users lost their teeth at a young age so they had been applying large amounts of denture cream daily for many years.

Based on the patients’ product use, the researchers calculated that each was exposed to at least 330 mg of daily zinc, an excessive amount for both men and women.

The norm is 8 mg for women and 10 mg for men. As a probable result, all four patients exhibited symptoms of nerve damage from the high levels of zinc in the blood and abnormally low copper levels.

Unknown to most denture users, denture cream contains zinc. Zinc paired with copper (in the body) regulates a lot of the body’s neurological activity but used in excess can lead to zinc poisoning and copper depletion. The end result could be life-threatening nerve damage including neuropathy, a painful, permanent nerve disorder.

Classic warning signs of zinc poisoning could include tingling in the extremities, balance problems, loss of ability to move hands, arms, feet or legs, and decrease in walking stride. However, these maladies are also attributed to other disorders such as multiple sclerosis.

Neuropathy, the most severe health concern linked to Fixodent, displays the above symptoms plus often the following: abnormal blood pressure and heart rate, reduced ability to perspire, sexual dysfunction, and constipation or bladder issues.

Neuropathy is caused by damaged nerves…often a result of poor nutrition or diabetes. Sometimes it can be a reaction to toxins or particular drugs, such as chemotherapy. Toxic levels of zinc from Fixodent certainly qualify.

Unfortunately, most of the 35 million Americans who perform their morning denture ritual never imagine a well-known product could be harming them. If their teeth seem a little loose, they apply more cream…day after day…and they wonder why they are experiencing unexplained symptoms. See your health care professional and get a blood test to determine if you have zinc poisoning.

Fixodent and other denture creams are in the cushy category of Class 1 medical devices…. meaning the Food and Drug Administration does not require warning labels that simply state excessive amounts could lead to zinc poisoning and neurological nightmares. It’s not right.

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Procter & Gamble Cautions on Zinc in Fixodent

Without much fanfare, Procter & Gamble has begun cautioning consumers about zinc in Fixodent denture creams on it Web site, http://www.dentureliving.com/. The new information states that some reports suggest that excessive and prolonged zinc intake may be linked to adverse health effects. Proctor & Gamble also began shipping Fixodent with updated label instructions on how to apply the product.

Excessive exposure to zinc in denture creams has been associated with neurological injuries in some users. The human body does need zinc – but only in small amounts. Studies show that consuming at least 50 milligrams of zinc a day for a few months could lead to copper deficiency, which can cause anemia, bone loss, nerve damage and other problems. Ingesting 80 or 100 milligrams or more for months or even years can lead to irreversible damage.

Last month, GlaxoKline, the maker of Super PoliGrip denture adhesives, announced it would stop the manufacture, distribution and advertising of Super PoliGrip products that contain zinc. The company said that the denture creams would be reformulated, with zinc-free varieties expected to go on the market later this spring.

So far, Procter & Gamble has not made a similar move. The new caution was only added to the Web site in recent days. At least one law firm representing plaintiffs in denture cream poisoning lawsuits said the new information doesn't go far enough. In a statement, New York-based Waichman Alonso LLP contended that that the lack of a clear warning combined with ambiguous instructions for use only serve to enhance the danger faced by consumers. The firm is continuing to call on Procter & Gamble to issue a full and immediate recall of all Fixodent products made with zinc.

"While any new caution regarding Fixodent is a step in the right direction, it does not go nearly far enough," says Andres Alonso, a partner of Waichman Alonso. "Procter & Gamble’s attempt to do this quietly will leave too many consumers unaware of the danger that Fixodent could pose to their health. As long as these products continue to be sold, they remain a serious public health threat."

26-Year-Old Woman Said to be Denture Cream Poisoning Victim

Denture cream zinc poisoning is often thought to be a disease suffered by the elderly. But that's not always the case. Anyone who has used denture adhesives like PoliGrip or Fixodent over a long period of time can be sickened by the zinc in these products.

The human body does need zinc – but only in small amounts. Studies show that consuming at least 50 milligrams of zinc a day for a few months could lead to copper deficiency, which can cause anemia, bone loss, nerve damage and other problems. Ingesting 80 or 100 milligrams or more for months or even years can lead to irreversible damage.

Compelling evidence exists that long-term exposure to the zinc in denture cream can lead to nerve damage and disability. In August 2008, the peer reviewed journal “Neurology” reported on four patients suffering from neuropathy and other neurological symptoms typical of zinc poisoning and copper depletion. The article specifically linked excess zinc in denture cream to “profound neurologic disease” in the patients reviewed.

This past fall, researchers at Vanderbilt University and the University of Michigan published a study in NeuroToxicology that detailed 11 patients who had suffered from significant injuries and neurological disorders for a period of years. The study authors discovered that all 11 patients had used a zinc-containing denture cream, such as Fixodent or Super PoliGrip, to keep their dentures in place. Blood test confirmed that each suffered from zinc poisoning and copper deficiency.

After the 11 patients stopped using denture creams, their zinc and copper levels normalized. This led the study authors to conclude that: “Inappropriate use of denture cream appears to be the sole source of excessive zinc in these patient.” Sadly, even after they stopped using denture cream, the neurological condition of the 11 patients did not improve, and was seemingly irreversible.

Anyone - young or old - who has used zinc-containing denture creams over a long period time is at risk. Recently Time magazine detailed the case of a young woman who may now be permanently handicapped because of long-term exposure to zinc in denture cream. The story of Gilley is pretty harrowing. At 26, Gilley was suffering from unexplained symptoms such as numbness in her feet and legs and labored breathing. One day, Gilley had to be rushed to the hospital after she collapsed.

According to Time, Gilley was at first diagnosed with leukemia, but blood tests for that disease were negative. Finally, a year after she first sought help for her problems, Gilley was diagnosed with denture cream zinc poisoning.

Gilley wore dentures from a young age because a genetic condition had ruined her teeth. She had used a denture cream made with zinc every day to hold her dentures in place.

According to Time, Gilley can no longer walk and relies on a wheelchair. She is among the scores of people who have filed lawsuits alleging zinc poisoning from products like Poligrip and Fixodent. Denture cream lawsuits claim that the manufacturers of these products failed to warn about their risks and failed to provide adequate warnings about the zinc in their products, or adequate instructions to prevent deviation from accepted use.

Last fall, the many denture cream lawsuits pending in federal courts were consolidated for centralized and coordinated pre-trial proceedings in the Denture Cream Products Liability Litigation in the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida, Miami Division, before the Honorable Judge Cecilia Altonaga (MDL No. 2051).

Denture Cream Lawsuits Highlight Danger of Excess Zinc

The makers of Super Poligrip and Fixodent denture creams have been named in dozens of lawsuits alleging that excessive exposure to zinc in these product caused plaintiffs to suffer severe neurological injuries. According to a recent Los Angeles Times report, products containing zinc should only be used in small amounts because of the health risks associated with exposure to too much of the mineral.

The human body does need zinc - but only in small amounts. The recommended daily intake is 11 milligrams for men and 8 milligrams for women. According to the Los Angeles Times, most people in the U.S. can meet these daily requirements through a normal diet. For example, there can be as much as 15 milligrams of zinc in a cup of some fortified cereals, and the same amount in many multivitamins.

Studies show that consuming at least 50 milligrams of zinc a day for a few months could lead to copper deficiency, which can cause anemia, bone loss, nerve damage and other problems. According to the Times, taking in 80 or 100 milligrams or more for months or even years can lead to irreversible damage.

Most denture creams, including Super Poligrip and Fixodent, contain zinc as a bonding agent. Denture cream lawsuits allege that the manufacturers of these products failed to warn about their risks and failed to provide adequate warnings about the zinc in their products, or adequate instructions to prevent deviation from accepted use. Earlier this year, the many denture cream lawsuits pending in federal courts were consolidated for centralized and coordinated pre-trial proceedings in the Denture Cream Products Liability Litigation in the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida, Miami Division, before the Honorable Judge Cecilia Altonaga (MDL No. 2051).

Recently, GlaxoKline began including an insert in packages of Super Poligrip informing users that the popular denture cream contains zinc, and warning that using excessive amounts may cause health problems. The insert also cautions users to talk with their doctor if they use zinc supplements. It warns that using excessive amounts of the adhesive over a long-period of time could result in “serious health effects”.

The insert also includes directions for using Super PoliGrip, as well as diagrams and an illustration of the “proper” amount that should be used. The directions tell users that Super PoliGrip should only be used once a day, and that a tube of Super PoliGrip should last several weeks, depending on size. Finally, it reassures users that swallowing small amounts of Super PoliGrip can occur, and is not harmful.

Denver Woman Blames Poligrip for Illness

Lawsuits against the makers of Poligrip, Fixodent and other zinc containing denture creams continue to be filed in courts across the country. Recently, the Denver Post detailed the experience of one Poligrip user who has filed such a lawsuit. Her experience with denture cream zinc poisoning is very similar to what other denture cream lawsuit plaintiffs claim to have experienced.

A small amount of zinc is necessary for a balanced diet. However, exposure to too much zinc can lead to copper depletion. Copper deficiency can lead to symptoms like weakness and numbness in arms and legs; difficulty walking and loss of balance; and even cognitive or memory impairment.

Most denture creams, including Poligrip and Fixodent, contain zinc as a bonding agent. Denture cream lawsuits allege that the manufacturers of these products failed to warn about their risks and failed to provide adequate warnings about the zinc in their products, or adequate instructions to prevent deviation from accepted use. Earlier this year, the many denture cream lawsuits pending in federal courts were consolidated for centralized and coordinated pre-trial proceedings in the Denture Cream Products Liability Litigation in the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida, Miami Division, before the Honorable Judge Cecilia Altonaga (MDL No. 2051).

According to an article in the Denver Post, Rae Ann Schmaltz was only in her 40s when she began losing function in her legs. She underwent numerous medical tests, including spinal taps, but doctors were unable to determine what was causing her neurological problems. It wasn't until 2006, when her daughter found an article detailing three similar cases on the Web site Medscape. All three of the patients detailed in the article wore dentures and used adhesives that contained high levels of zinc. Two of them regained partial use of their limbs after ceasing use of the denture adhesives, according to the Post.

After learning of the article from her daughter, Schmaltz checked the package of Poligrip she was using, but could find no health warnings, or even a list of ingredients. According to the Denver Post, Schmaltz and her daughter next placed a call to the GlaxoKline division that makes Poligrip, and asked for an ingredients list. But they were told that the list was proprietary.

Schmaltz filed her denture cream lawsuit in January 2008. Hers is one of dozens facing the makers of Poligrip and Fixodent.

Recently, GlaxoKline began including an insert in packages of Super Poligrip informing users that the popular denture cream contains zinc, and warning that using excessive amounts may cause health problems. The insert also cautions users to talk with their doctor if they use zinc supplements. It warns that using excessive amounts of the adhesive over a long-period of time could result in “serious health effects”.

The insert also includes directions for using Super PoliGrip, as well as diagrams and an illustration of the “proper” amount that should be used. The directions tell users that Super PoliGrip should only be used once a day, and that a tube of Super PoliGrip should last several weeks, depending on size. Finally, it reassure s users that swallowing small amounts of Super PoliGrip can occur, and is not harmful.

Unfortunately for Rae Ann Schmaltz, and scores of others like her, the new information in the Super PoliGrip label may have come too late.

Zinc in Fixodent, Super PoliGrip Linked to Nerve Damage By Another Study

Super PoliGrip, Fixodent and other denture creams have been associated with nerve damage and the development of neurological problems, according to a study published earlier this fall in the journal "NeuroToxicology." The study, conducted by researchers at Vanderbilt University and the University of Michigan, involved 11 patients, all of whom had a history of ill-fitting dentures, and used large amounts of products like Super PoliGrip and Fixodent, resulting in significant zinc exposure.

Super PoliGrip, Fixodent and other denture creams are made with zinc. A small amount of zinc is necessary for a balanced diet. However, being exposed to an excessive amount of zinc can result in copper depletion and serious negative adverse neurological effects.

The11 patients detailed in the "NeuroToxicology" article all had suffered from significant injuries and neurological disorders for a period of years. The study authors discovered that all 11 patients had used a zinc-containing denture cream, such as Fixodent or Super PoliGrip, to keep their dentures in place. Blood test confirmed that each suffered from zinc poisoning and copper deficiency.

After the 11 patients stopped using denture creams, their zinc and copper levels normalized. This led the study authors to conclude that: "Inappropriate use of denture cream appears to be the sole source of excessive zinc in these patient." Sadly, even after they stopped using denture cream, the neurological condition of the 11 patients did not improve, and was seemingly irreversible.

This "NeuroToxicology" study is not the first to point to a link between products like Super PoliGrip and Fixodent, and neurological disorders. In August 2008, the peer reviewed journal “Neurology” reported on four patients suffering from neuropathy and other neurological symptoms typical of zinc poisoning and copper depletion. All of the patients had been using excessive amounts of denture cream for many years. It was determined that excess use of denture cream could have been responsible for their symptoms.

Over the past year or so, hundreds of victims of zinc-containing denture creams have filed suit against the makers of Super PoliGrip and Fixodent. These lawsuits allege that the manufacturers of these products failed to warn about their risks and failed to provide adequate warnings about the zinc in their products, or adequate instructions to prevent deviation from accepted use. Earlier this year, Super PoliGrip and Fixodent lawsuits were consolidated for centralized and coordinated pre-trial proceedings in the Denture Cream Products Liability Litigation in the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida, Miami Division, before the Honorable Judge Cecilia Altonaga (MDL No. 2051).

NYT Article Highlights Denture Cream Zinc Poisoning Ordeal

Denture creams that contain zinc, including Poligrip and Fixodent, have been associated with severe neurological disorders. Recently, The New York Times published an account of one woman's ordeal with denture cream zinc poisoning. The article illustrates just how devastating this condition can be.

A small amount of zinc is necessary for a balanced diet. However, exposure to too much zinc can lead to copper depletion. When this is severe, neurological problems can result, as was seen in a 2008 study that appeared in the journal, “Neurology.” The article reported on four patients suffering from neuropathy and other neurological symptoms typical of zinc poisoning and copper depletion. It was determined that excess use of denture cream could have been responsible for their symptoms.

According to the account in The New York Times, excess use of denture cream caused a 64-year-old woman to experience problems with movement and balance. In addition, her feet were numb, and she had lost the ability to feel hot, cold or a light touch from her knees to her feet. The cause of her condition was a mystery until her doctor realized she was using large amounts of denture cream.

The patient was put through a raft of diagnostic tests, including an MRI. Cancer, a B12 deficiency, and even West Nile virus were ruled out as possible causes. But according to The New York Times, blood tests for these conditions yielded an important clue: Levels of copper and zinc in the woman's blood were seriously off. In fact, she had almost no copper, and zinc was at twice the normal level.

The patient's doctor surmised that her copper deficiency - especially considering its severity - was at the root of her neurological symptoms. He also realized the excess zinc in her blood was responsible for the deficiency. Finally, upon interviewing the woman, he learned that she regularly used large amounts of zinc-containing denture cream to keep loose fitting dentures in place. In fact, according to the Times, for years, the patient routinely used an entire tube every day or so.

Once the cause of her problem was determined, the patient switched to a cream that did not contain zinc. According to the Times, a year later the patient is feeling better, but is undergoing physical therapy because she still has difficulty walking.

This article illustrates just how difficult it can be to diagnose denture cream zinc poisoning. In this case, the patient's doctor didn't even know about the ailment until he encountered it for the first time with this victim. For this reason, anyone who uses denture cream and suffers from neurological problems should ask their doctor to order blood tests to determine if their zinc and copper levels are abnormal.

It is also important to be aware of the symptoms of denture cream zinc poisoning. They include:

* numbness or tingling in the feet, legs, hands, and/or arms; * a reduction in strength or ability to move legs or feet, or arms and hands; * unexplained pain in the extremities; * a tendency to stumble or fall down; instability and lack of balance; * change or decrease in walking stride; * abnormal blood pressure and heart rate; * reduced ability to perspire; * constipation and/or bladder dysfunction; * sexual dysfunction.

Zinc in Poligrip, Fixodent Could Cause Neurologic Health Problems

Denture creams, like Poligrip and Fixodent, have been associated with a variety of neurologic health problems. According to recent research, the zinc used in these denture creams appears to be behind many such ailments.

A small amount of zinc is necessary for a balanced diet. However, exposure to too much zinc can lead to copper depletion. When this is severe, neurological problems can result. In August 2008, the peer reviewed journal, “Neurology” reported on four patients suffering from neuropathy and other neurological symptoms typical of zinc poisoning and copper depletion. It was determined that excess use of denture cream could have been responsible for their symptoms.

The symptoms of denture cream zinc poisoning include:

• numbness or tingling in the feet, legs, hands, and/or arms; • a reduction in strength or ability to move legs or feet, or arms and hands; • unexplained pain in the extremities; • a tendency to stumble or fall down; instability and lack of balance; • change or decrease in walking stride; • abnormal blood pressure and heart rate; • reduced ability to perspire; • constipation and/or bladder dysfunction; • sexual dysfunction.

If you use denture cream, and suffer any of these problems, it is important that you undergo blood tests to determine zinc and copper levels. This especially important because denture cream zinc poisoning can mimic many other disorders, such as Multiple Sclerosis, and is often misdiagnosed.

Several lawsuits have been filed against the makers of Poligrip and Fixodent by people who claim to have been sickened by the zinc in these products, and it is expected that many more will be filed in the coming months. Earlier this summer, the Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation issued a transfer order consolidating all such federal lawsuits in the Southern District of Florida.

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..!.A Mighty Wind move Denture cream lawsuits against the makers of Poligrip and Fixodent Shanghaied movie download have been consolidated in a Multidistrict Litigation, and transferred to the Southern District of Florida. Plaintiffs in these lawsuits all allege that zinc in Poligrip and Fixodent caused them to suffer a variety of neurological problems.

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As we've been reporting for some time, evidence supporting the link between zinc-containing denture creams and neurological problems has been building. For instance, a 2008 study published in the journal Neurology found that four neuropathy patients who had used excessive amounts of denture cream had extremely high levels of zinc in their blood. Their use of denture cream was the only thing the patients had in common, besides their neuropathy. The researchers from the University of Texas who conducted the study concluded that the use of denture cream was the only “plausible explanation” for the patients’ high zinc levels and copper deficiencies.

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• unexplained pain in the extremities;

• a tendency to stumble or fall down; instability and lack of balance;

• change or decrease in walking stride;

• abnormal blood pressure and heart rate;

• reduced ability to perspire;

• constipation and/or bladder dysfunction;

• sexual dysfunction.

Journal of a Contract Killer full So far, GlaxoKline, the maker of Poligrip, has been named in 10 denture cream zinc poisoning lawsuits. Proctor & Gamble, the maker of Fixodent, has been named in two. But it is likely that many more will be filed in the coming months. Earlier this month, we reported that one law firm, & , had told the National Law Journal that it was in the process of evaluating about 3,000 such cases and is nearly ready to file about 40 others. It has partnered with two other firms, including New York-based Waichman Alonso LLP, that together also have about 75 denture cream lawsuits ready to go.

On May 28, the Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation in Louisville, Kentucky held hearings about possibly consolidating all federal lawsuits against GlaxoKline and Proctor & Gamble in a single jurisdiction. In a transfer order issued last week, the Panel ruled that centralization of the cases in an MDL was appropriate due to the common questions of fact involved in the various cases. As a result, all Poligrip and Fixodent lawsuits currently pending in federal court, as well any new cases filed, will be transferred to District Judge Cecilia M. Altonaga in the Southern District of Florida.

The Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation of the United States Courts was created in 1968. Since then, it has consolidated hundreds of thousands of lawsuits that involved high numbers of plaintiffs, including litigation over asbestos, breast implants and other matters. A multidistrict litigation (MDL) allows all cases to be coordinated under one judge for pretrial litigation to avoid duplicative discovery, inconsistent rulings and to conserve the resources of the parties, witnesses and the court. When lawsuits are consolidated as an MDL each retains its own identity. If the MDL process does not resolve the cases, they are transferred back to the court where they originated for trial.

Poligrip, Fixodent Lawsuits Claiming Zinc Poisoning Being Filed Around the Country

Poligrip and Fixodent denture creams have been named in a number of lawsuit filed in federal courts around the country that allege exposure to zinc in the products caused users to suffer from neuropathy and other neurological problems. According to the National Law Journal, the lawsuits name GlaxoKline, the maker of Poligrip, and Proctor and Gamble, the maker of Fixodent, as defendants.

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The plaintiffs in the lawsuits contend that the zinc in denture cream can cause copper deficiency, and that in turn can lead to severe neurological problems. As we've reported previously, a 2008 study published in the journal Neurology found that four neuropathy patients who had used excessive amounts of denture cream had extremely high levels of zinc in their blood. Their use of denture cream was the only thing the patients had in common, besides their neuropathy. The researchers from the University of Texas who conducted the study concluded that the use of denture cream was the only “plausible explanation” for the patients' high zinc levels and copper deficiencies.

Symptoms of zinc denture cream poisoning include:

• numbness or tingling in the feet, legs, hands, and/or arms;

• a reduction in strength or ability to move legs or feet, or arms and hands;

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• a tendency to stumble or fall down; instability and lack of balance;

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• abnormal blood pressure and heart rate;

• reduced ability to perspire;

• constipation and/or bladder dysfunction;

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According to the National Law Journal, a dozen denture cream lawsuits are now pending in federal courts in California, Colorado, Florida, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania and Tennessee, and others are on the way. One law firm, & , told the Journal that it is in the process of evaluating about 3,000 such cases and is nearly ready to file about 40. It has partnered with two other firms, including New York-based Waichman Alonso LLP, that together have about 75 denture cream lawsuits ready to go, the National Law Journal said.

On May 28, the Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation in Louisville, Kentucky held hearings about possibly consolidating all federal lawsuits against GlaxoKline and Proctor & Gamble in a single jurisdiction.

One Woman's Sad Tale of Fixodent Zinc Poisoning

The story of a Texas woman who is now suffering from neuropathy as a result of her use of Fixodent is typical of the suffering experienced by the victims of toxic, zinc-containing denture creams. According to a report on WFAA.com, Sherry Mosley was misdiagnosed for years before her doctor finally determined that zinc in Fixodent was the cause of her debilitating neurological disorder.

Denture creams like Fixodent and Poligrip contain zinc as a bonding agent. But there are no warning labels on these products regarding the danger posed by excessive exposure to zinc. People who ingest too much zinc run the risk of copper depletion. That condition can lead to neurological symptoms, including numbness and tingling in hands and feet, balance and coordination problems, and pain and weakness in the extremities. The nerve damage caused by denture cream zinc poisoning can lead to neuropathy, a debilitating disorder, when it is most severe.

The evidence that zinc in denture creams like Fixodent and Super Poligrip can lead to neurological problems is growing. One study conducted by researchers at the University of Texas found that four neuropathy patients who had used excessive amounts of denture cream had extremely high levels of zinc in their blood. Their use of denture cream was the only thing the patients had in common, besides their neuropathy.

Mosley's story is very similar to the four patients in the Texas study. A Fixodent user for 20 years, Mosley told WFAA.com she normally went through a tube of the cream every week. Her neuropathy symptoms have haunted her for years.

She was misdiagnosed many times, not an uncommon experience for victims of zinc poisoning. Because symptoms of denture cream zinc poisoning can mimic other disorders, like multiple sclerosis, a physician should order a blood test to determine if levels of zinc and copper are abnormal.

That's what Mosley's doctor did after she learned that zinc in denture cream had been linked to neuropathy and other neurological problems. Not surprisingly, her zinc levels were abnormally high.

Mosley's doctor told WFAA.com that he was at first surprised by the finding. "It's led me to look at that for other possible patients who presented [me] with unusual or vague neuropathic symptoms," the doctor said. "And I think it's probably potentially more widespread than we're aware of."

Super Poligrip, Fixodent Users Warned of Neuropathy Risk

People who use denture creams like Super Poligrip or Fixodent and are experiencing unexplained neurological problems should know that these zinc-containing products could be to blame. Excessive use of Super Poligrip, Fixodent and similar denture creams can lead to zinc poisoning, copper depletion and neurological disorders.

Often, the symptoms of zinc poisoning caused by denture creams like Super Poligrip and Fixodent mimic other disorders, such as multiple sclerosis. It is important that anyone who uses these denture creams and experiences neurological problems have a blood test to determine if they are suffering from zinc poisoning and copper depletion.

Neuropathy is by far the most serious health problem linked to Fixodent and Super Poligrip. Neuropathy is a disorder caused by damaged nerves. Neuropathy is often a consequence of diabetes or poor nutrition. It can also be a reaction to a toxin, or a side effect of certain drugs, such as chemotherapy agents. Neuropathy can leave victims permanently disabled and reliant upon a walker or wheelchair.

Symptoms of neuropathy vary, but may include:

• numbness or tingling in the feet, legs, hands, and/or arms; • a reduction in strength or ability to move legs or feet, or arms and hands; • unexplained pain in the extremities; • a tendency to stumble or fall down; instability and lack of balance; • change or decrease in walking stride; • abnormal blood pressure and heart rate; • reduced ability to perspire; • constipation and/or bladder dysfunction; • sexual dysfunction.

Most of the more than 35 million Americans who wear dentures have no idea that denture adhesives can be dangerous. Because denture creams like Fixodent and Super Poligrip are considered to be a Class I medical device, the Food & Drug Administration does not require their labels to warn that excessive use may lead to zinc poisoning and neurological problems.

The problems caused by Super Poligrip and Fixodent have resulted in lawsuits against their manufacturers. For example, two such class action lawsuits were recently filed in federal court in Tennessee. The lawsuits are seeking compensation from the makers of Super Poligrip and Fixodent for testing, medical monitoring and treatment for zinc poisoning which may develop in consumers who have used these products.

Fixodent Denture Cream Named in Zinc Poisoning Lawsuits

Fixodent denture adhesive is the subject of several lawsuits that allege zinc in the product caused some users to develop neuropathy and other neurological problems. Though zinc has always been used in Fixodent denture cream The Stendhal Syndrome the movie , it was only recently that it was listed as an ingredient on the product's label.

More than 35 million Americans use denture creams like Fixodent to keep their dentures in place. Yet the risk of denture cream zinc poisoning is virtually unknown. The Food & Drug Administration (FDA) has not required the manufacturers of these products to warn users of this danger. As a result, many people suffering from neuropathy and other neurological problems are unaware that their symptoms are the result of poisonous zinc denture creams, like Fixodent.

If an individual regularly ingests too much zinc, they might eventually experience copper depletion. People who suffer from chronic low levels of copper in their blood can develop severe neurological problems, including neuropathy. Urinary, bladder and gastrointestinal dysfunction are also common consequences of zinc poisoning.

Often, people use large amounts of Fixodent and other denture adhesives to keep ill fitting dentures in place. Over time, this can cause them to ingest enough zinc to cause copper depletion. This can lead to symptoms like numbness and tingling in hands and feet, balance and coordination problems, and pain and weakness in the extremities. The nerve damage caused by Fixodent zinc poisoning can lead to neuropathy, a debilitating disorder, when it is most severe.

Many lawsuits have been filed on behalf of the victims of denture cream zinc poisoning. One of the most recent was filed on March 13, 2009 in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Ohio. The plaintiff in the case, a 45-year-old woman, used Fixodent several times a day for many years to keep dentures in place. According to her lawsuit, she now suffers from many of the symptoms of denture cream zinc poisoning. Tests confirmed abnormally high zinc levels and low copper levels in her blood.

While the plaintiff's zinc and copper levels did return to normal after she stopped using Fixodent, her lawsuit says the neurological damage that resulted is permanent.

It is important for denture wearers to be aware that the denture cream they use could prove toxic. Those with poor fitting dentures should not rely on Fixodent or similar products to remedy the problem. It is far healthier to seek the help of a dental professional to have dentures refitted.

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Denture Cream Tied to Neurological Problems

Using large amounts of denture cream, such as Poligrip or Fixodent could � lead to serious neurological problems, � researchers at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas report. People with ill-fitting dentures are being advised to seek professional help, in order to avoid using excess denture cream.

In an article that appeared in the August issue of "Neurology", the University of Texas research team reported on four patients who used excessive amounts of denture cream on a daily basis. � The article noted that one tube of denture cream should last 3 to 10 weeks, � but patients in the report were all using at least two tubes a week. Three had also lost their teeth at a relatively young age, meaning they had been used "extremely large amounts of denture adhesive daily for years."

Denture cream contains zinc, which in excess, can deplete copper and lead to serious neurological problems. � The researchers tested the denture creams the four patients used, and found zinc concentrations between 17,000 and 34,000 micrograms per gram. � Based on the patients' denture cream use, the researchers estimated that they were exposed to at least 330 mg of zinc daily, far more than the recommended daily allowance of 8 mg for women and 11 mg for men. The National Academy of Sciences stated in 2001 that the largest daily tolerable zinc intake is 40 mg.

According to the University of Texas researchers, all of the patients had abnormally high levels of zinc in their blood, accompanied by abnormally low levels of copper. � Normal blood levels of copper range from 0.75 to 1.45 micrograms per milliliter (mL), but levels for the patients in the report ranged from less than 0.1 to 0.23 micrograms per mL. � The top normal number for zinc blood levels is 1.10 micrograms per mL, but patients had levels ranging from 1.36 to 4.28 micrograms per mL.

One patient's neurological symptoms included weakness in the hands and poor balance, while another had weakness in her arms and legs that made her wheelchair dependent, along with cognitive decline and urinary incontinence. These patients showed "mild neurologic improvement" after they quit using denture cream and began taking copper supplements.

Another patient took copper supplements but didn't stop using denture cream. His copper levels improved, but his zinc levels remained too high and he showed no improvement in his neurological symptoms. The fourth patient, who took copper supplements and stopped using denture cream, showed improvement in copper and zinc levels, but no improvement in neurological symptoms.