From time to time, media reports raise concerns about the possible consequences of an acrylate allergy. For instance, some claim that people with such an allergy might not be able to receive medical prostheses, such as a knee replacement or a dental implant. While an acrylate allergy can indeed be unpleasant and should always be avoided, the chance of developing one remains extremely low.
Moreover, over the years, alternative materials and methods have been developed for people who have developed an acrylate allergy and still need a prosthesis. This has been confirmed by a group of independent experts we consulted regarding acrylate allergies and their possible implications. These experts — including an orthopaedic surgeon, a dermatologist, a dentist/implantologist, a toxicologist, a bone cement manufacturer, and a safety assessor — all state that even in cases of acrylate allergy, there are alternative options available to place a hip or knee prosthesis or a dental prosthetic (such as a bridge or crown).
Additionally, these experts question whether an acrylate allergy would actually interfere with the placement of a hip or knee prosthesis. According to them, media reports lack scientific evidence, and in practice, they do not encounter cases where such an allergy leads to rejection of a prosthesis.
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