Preventive Oral Care Can Prevent BPA Exposure from Dental Fillings
Posted Sep 07 2010 10:34am
Dental fillings and sealants contain some bisphenol A (BPA) which may expose children, at least in the short term, to the chemical known for its association with several adverse health effects, such as heart disease , cancer, diabetes, and obesity. Researchers do not know if dental products containing BPA pose long-term health risks, so the best way to avoid the risk is to take care of teeth to prevent decay.
Dental fillings and sealants contain some bisphenol A (BPA) which may expose children, at least in the short term, to the chemical known for its association with several adverse health effects, such as heart disease , cancer, diabetes, and obesity. Researchers do not know if dental products containing BPA pose long-term health risks, so the best way to avoid the risk is to take care of teeth to prevent decay.
