A member asked:

Does getting dental fillings increase the risk of developing prostate enlargement?

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No: Dental filling and cavities do not interfere with the prostate or cause prostate problems.

Answered 3/26/2016

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No: I know of no medically proved connection in which dental fillings may cause prostate enlargement. The chemicals released by silver (amalgam) or white (composites) are so low that our exposure through diet (of similar or same chemicals) is higher.

Answered 10/3/2016

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No: I have never read any articles suggesting this relationship.

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Dr. John Thaler answered

Specializes in Prosthodontics

Not likely: Never heard of any association of the two, much less a direct link. Cannot imagine how they could be related. You might check online for any info. Good Luck.

Answered 7/4/2015

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Pseudoscience: There is no evidence that shows any correlation between having dental fillings and increased risks for prostate enlargement. Ask your dentist for more information.

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Prostate Hyperplasia: Exact cause is unknown, but most likely due to hormones and growth factors, none of which are remotely related to dental fillings.

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