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Table II
Positive results for allergies to specific agents. Lists rate of allergies to metals, agents used in dental work, and toothpaste components.
| Metals | n = 38 (%) |
|---|---|
| Any metal | 18 (47) |
| Palladium | 6 (16) |
| Aluminum | 1 (3) |
| Gold | 5 (13) |
| Nickel | 9 (24) |
| Copper | 1 (3) |
| Rhodium | 1 (3) |
| Titanium | 1 (3) |
| Zinc | 1 (3) |
| Agents used in dental work | |
| Dental prosthetic components | 7 (18) |
| Antibiotics | 2 (5) |
| Toothpaste components | |
| Polymer structure/synthesis | 4 (11) |
| Flavoring | 10 (26) |
| Preservatives | 9 (24) |
| Detergent | 3 (8) |
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