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Mar 10, 2011
The Academy of General Dentistry Supports Anti-Zinc Denture Creams
Many have been filing Fixodent or Poligrip Lawsuit which is generally associated with the voluminous intakes of denture creams with zinc. The Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) gives effort in supporting plaintiffs of the said lawsuit. So, they come up with an article which discussed the importance of vigilant monitoring of zinc containing denture creams. Take note that AGD is a reliable source of information hence they are also the second largest dental association in the U.S. with 35,000 members. The title of the article that they published in their March/April edition which talks about excess zinc intake is "The Tooth about Zinc: What Every Denture Wearer Needs to Know" J.A. von Fraunhofer (M.Sc.,Ph.D), co-author of the published piece recommends the users to follow the product's instructions and dosages. Manuel A. Cordero, D.D.S., speaker on behalf of AGD, explains the tendency of a patient to use Fixodent or Poligrip denture cream because of ill-fitting denture. Age matters in this case, once your mouth changes the bone under denture will shrink or recede. So, if denture doesn't fit, patients will seek for more adhesive denture creams like Fixodent and Poligrip. Researchers knew that the effect of over-used zinc containing products is nerve damage. The study promoted by the researchers of the University of Texas, entitled "Denture Cream: An Unusual Source of Excess Zinc, Leading to Hypocupremia and Neurologic Disease" reveals the link between denture cream zinc and nerve damages. The active users of denture cream zinc two tubes per week. Those patients have been suffering from neurologic abnormalities, hypocupremia (low copper levels) and hyperzincemia ( high zinc levels). Too much use of denture zinc containing creams could lead you to suffer nausea, stomachache and oral irritation. Although, these are initial symptoms yet, but if left untreated, one will suffer paralysis or even death. GSK and P&G have failed to include zinc in their product label as an ingredient. Meaning, they lack proper instructions in their products. If you have suffered initial symptoms lately or have incurred damages from using Fixodent and Poligrip zinc-containing denture creams, you need a lawyer. Lawyers are experts to help you claim what you deserve. Want to know more updates? Click on the links provided for more info.
Posted at 08:50 am by poligriplaw
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Feb 8, 2011
Poligrip Problems in Canada and Japan
Problems concerning Poligrip have been popular in the United States. In fact, there are now thousands of Poligrip lawsuit filed in the US. A lot of Americans are now been diagnosed with copper deficiency, zinc poisoning, and neuropathy. There are also a lot more of them who are experiencing loss of sensation, numbness, or tingling, poor balance, abnormal blood pressure or heart rate, and confusion. Clearly, Poligrip use has been taking its toll in the United States. As the problem of Poligrip keeps on increasing in America and with the knowledge that GlaxoSmithKline as its manufacturer distributes its product worldwide, is the United States the only one who are experiencing this kind of problem? The answer is no. Canada and Japan are also having problems related to Poligrip use. Last September 2010, a class action lawsuit was filed by a Canadian law firm. The plaintiffs believed that the lawsuit was necessary because the company did not properly warn its users against the possible dangers of the product. Although, GlaxoSmithKline made measures in making warning about their product, it still was not enough. Around March 2010, a Poligrip recall happened in Japan. Japan was so quick to move despite having only three casualties of Poligrip in their country. As we can see, the problems brought by Poligrip use have not only affected people from the US. Clearly, the product really has something that can greatly damage an individual because the product showed dangers even in Japan and Canada. GSK should really be meticulous about their product because this will affect their image. If you have been affected of the side effects of Poligrip, start by getting in touch with a lawyer and discuss your case. After all, there are also other countries affected by Poligrip and not just you.
Posted at 01:19 pm by poligriplaw
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Jan 20, 2011
Despite Being A Class I Medical Device, Poligrip Can Give Serious Complications
When one loses teeth, a denture would most likely be used in ordered to replace it. This usually applies to people of old age. However, younger people can still be affected with losing their teeth and needs to use denture.
In order for a denture to stay in place, a denture cream is needed. This product will take into account that the dentures will really stick so that you do not have to worry about it moving and falling out. This will assure your comfort while using a prosthetic device inside your mouth.
One of the well known denture creams is manufactured by GlaxoSmithKline with a product name, Poligrip. This has been used by a lot of people and they have never been worried about experiencing complications from using it. Well, in the first place they do not even know that Poligrip can give serious side effects to its users.
How did something as ordinary as a denture cream can give serious side effects among its users? It actually rooted from one of the main elements used to make this product which is zinc. Most of us know that zinc is good for our health. However, numerous studies have found out that large amounts of this element can cause neuropathy.
Since people believe that it is quite unbelievable that GSK knew nothing about their product’s potential danger because they spent millions every year for their research and development, a lot of people decided to file a Poligrip lawsuit. This would also assure these people that they will be compensated for whatever damage that Poligrip has made them experience.
If you have been using Poligrip and if you have been diagnosed with nerve damage, you should consult a lawyer immediately.
Posted at 04:45 am by poligriplaw
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