Allergic to the Dental Office?
  Summer 2009

PhotoAs much as some patients may like to joke that they are "allergic" to dental appointments, the truth is there are people who may have actual allergies to some common materials used at a dental office.

According to the Academy of General Dentistry, materials such as latex, commonly used in dental gloves, masks and syringes, or medications such as local anesthetics, have been known to result in allergic reactions in some patients.

Natural rubber latex is derived from a substance found in rubber trees, and some people are hypersensitive to those proteins. If you know you're allergic to latex, please be sure to let us know: Remember to mark it on your medical history form, and double check with us when you arrive for your appointment to ensure we use latex-free gloves.

If you have previously experienced a reaction to certain metals if a piece of jewelry has irritated your skin in the past, for instance you will also want to let us know of this sensitivity, as some dental crowns, veneers, inlays or dentures may have nickel, chromium-containing materials or other metals in them. Knowing of your sensitivity to metals ahead of time will allow us to provide more compatible dental materials for you.

Please don't avoid our office because of any allergies to materials we may use. It's important to maintain your regular continuing-care appointments to ensure optimum oral health. Simply advise us of any allergies or sensitivities you have, and we will work with you to provide a safe environment for all your dental needs.

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Mon.: 8 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Tues.: 7 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Wed.: 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
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121 Congressional Lane
Suite 501
Rockville, MD 20852
Conveniently Located
Near the Twinbrook
Metro Station


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