Question from Matt
Hi Debra,
I have browsed your site for great information for about a year now. Thank you for all you do. As a 25 year old who started developing MCS symptoms a couple of years ago, it has been invaluable.
My question concerns dentistry. I believe I am going to need a root canal and a crown very soon, and because of the MCS, I have to look at the materials more closely than most. Especially where it’s preferment.
First, I am wondering about the safety of the “gutta percha” material that they put into the tooth, where the pulp used to be? Is it toxic at all?
Secondly, which type of crown is best? It looks like there are 4 types: Porcelain covering gold (which I guess is durable but can wear the other teeth over time), porcelain covering non-precious metal (which can apparently cause nickel allergy), all-porcelain (not as durable and more expensive than the rest), and all gold.
I don’t know which to choose to keep me the healthiest as I continue to live with MCS into my later years.
Debra’s Answer
I am not an expert on dental materials, but I’m sure we can get you an answer and experience from others with MCS.
Readers?
