Question 1

is stainless steel crowns safe?my son (3 yrs old)just recently have his 2 front teeth covered with ss.i just found out now about health issue on ssc.

Accepted Answer

Baby teeth: These crowns are safe and are commonly used when there is significant decay in baby teeth.  The best thing that you can do for your son's oral health is to concentrate on improving his diet.  Reduce sugary drinks and foods.  Brush his teeth at least twice a day.  Continue regular dental care.

Question 2

is it safer to have titanium or stainless steel plate if 16?

Accepted Answer

Age is not an issue: Stainless steel is used commonly and safely for surgical implants. Titanium is relatively newer on the market in the manufacture of surgical implants and has properties that are more like bone than stainless. It is important for any surgery to notify your surgeon of any and all allergies to medications food and in particular when the case may involve an implant, metal allergies.

Question 3

are stainless steel wire for braces safe?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely: Orthodontists have been using stainless steel wires for more than 70 years without incident.  There are many types of stainless steel wires with different metallurgical formulas and properties.  They are the "railroad tracks" that your teeth (railroad cars) slide along.

Question 4

is it safe to drink from stainless steel tumbler?

Accepted Answer

: Yes, as long as you are drinking a liquid suitable for human consumption

Question 5

sterilized babys bottles in stainless steel pot with aluminum foil because i lost the lid. is this safe, the bottom of the foil turns a funky color ? i searched online that its not and could leach but it wasnt a health accredited website?

Accepted Answer

: Sterilized ??? The practice was abandoned decades ago in the USA when simple cleaning with soap &amp; water like other dishware/utensils was found adequate. A bottle brush to handle any retained milk is the only extra effort needed. If you are concerned about the rinse I would just re=do it with soapy water at regular dish cleaning temperature.

Question 6

is it safe to store nuts (almond, pistachio, etc) in the stainless steel container / jar ??? thank you

Accepted Answer

Air-tight?: The most important thing about storing nuts is that the container be air-tight, and in a cool, dry location. This prevents the oils in the nuts from becoming rancid. Air tight stainless steel containers made of good quality stainless steel (not contaminated with other metals) can serve this purpose well. Low quality metal containers can leach toxins into the nuts.

Question 7

is it safe to use stainless steel shaker to shake&drink whey protein or milk? and how long the stainless cup can be used? 1 year or ? thank you

Accepted Answer

Life long: Stainless steel is very safe,but I do not know about the one made in China!

Buy a good brand.

Question 8

is it safe for a 6 year old to get a  root canal and stainless steel crown? what are health effects of having steel in a childs mouth for a long time?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely safe: What is not safe is an infected tooth.  Root canal and stainless steel crown is a safe and effective treatment.  Trust your Dentist's recommendation.

Question 9

is it safe to drink milk or whey protein with "stainless steel" cup or shaker for a long period? n how long stainless cup/shaker can be used?

Accepted Answer

How long?: The issue is not the container but how long the liquid sits around. About 4 hours at room temperature would be okay with the fluid was sterile to being with.
Wish you good health!

Question 10

is it possible to be allergic to stainless steel earrings?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Nickel or chromium are metals that are often "mixed" with stainless steel to give it more durability, or shine, or strength.  Thus, if one is allergic to nickel or chromium, they can have a reaction to stainless steel earrings.

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Is stainless steel crowns safe?my son (3 yrs old)just recently have his 2 front teeth covered with ss.i just found out now about health issue on ssc.

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Is it safer to have titanium or stainless steel plate if 16?

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Are stainless steel wire for braces safe?

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Is it safe to drink from stainless steel tumbler?

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Sterilized babys bottles in stainless steel pot with aluminum foil because i lost the lid. is this safe, the bottom of the foil turns a funky color ? i searched online that its not and could leach but it wasnt a health accredited website?

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Is it safe to store nuts (almond, pistachio, etc) in the stainless steel container / jar ??? thank you

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Is it safe to use stainless steel shaker to shake&drink whey protein or milk? and how long the stainless cup can be used? 1 year or ? thank you

A member asked:

Is it safe for a 6 year old to get a root canal and stainless steel crown? what are health effects of having steel in a childs mouth for a long time?

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Is it safe to drink milk or whey protein with "stainless steel" cup or shaker for a long period? n how long stainless cup/shaker can be used?

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Is it possible to be allergic to stainless steel earrings?

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