OLP resolved
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I made an incredibly detailed post yesterday about my experience with Oral Lichen Planus, unfortunately it seems like the mods either didn't approve it, or the post didn't go through.
My OLP was confirmed via biopsy in 2017.
After this diagnosis, I resolved to find ways to rid me of OLP. I tried almost everything, including turmeric, coconut oil, and a whole bunch of other stuff.
Finally, I came across scientific articles which implicated amalgam fillings in the formation of OLP in some people. So I took my chances and had all 4-5 of my fillings replaced with composite resin. Keep in mind, I saw 1 dentist and 2 oral surgeons, and neither of these people told me about this link between Oral lichen planus and amalgam fillings. Absolutely useless.
My OLP lesions (which were quite bad and erosive) started to resolve in 2 weeks. Within 2 months, my mouth was completely healed and there was no sign of it anymore. The OLP was cured and I haven't had it ever since.
I was actually on this discussion board after my diagnosis, but never updated my condition. I just wanted to share my experience, in case it helps someone else.
BTW, I'm male 30. So quite different from the typical demographic for this disease. If you're similar to me, really try replacing amalgam fillings with composite resin ones. And make sure they are very careful to not expose you to too much mercury during the process.
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patricia43845 anonomoose
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Thank you. I strongly believe this was the onset of LP with me also. Trying to get them replaced has been horrible though. Thank you I will look a little further. Now I know it is possible.
anne13482 patricia43845
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If you're in UK, Patricia, they won't replace metal fillings on the NHS, sorry.
That's because the NHS don't offically recognise amalgum fillings as being
the cause of OLP. If you go to an NHS dentist they do white composit filling replacements for about £40. Good luck anyway.
greg73500 anne13482
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Anne, there is a reason why specific dental products may not be recognized as a root-cause of OLP : if amalgam or root canals caused OLP, everyone who has them would eventually get the disease.
So some kind of microorganism and/or weakness in the immune system is a more probable root-cause of the disease. But it is also likely that certain people with particular sensitivities to metals or other chemicals used in dental procedures will experience inflammation that could aggravate any pre-existing condition in the mouth.
A watch bracelet made of nickel can sometimes cause contact dermatitis (rashes) on the wrist, that are likely due to a pre-existing allergic condition. Wearing non-gold earrings can sometimes be linked to infections in the earlobes. So there you have it : Avoiding as many foreign objects as possible on or inside the body can help prevent inflammatory processes. But unlike a watch or earrings, it isn't always possible to avoid certain dental procedures, without experiencing other issues with our health.
Greg.
anne13482 greg73500
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I totally agree with what you are saying, Greg. 100%. I also think, in addition to that, the human body's ability & genetically programmed defences are so different and can be programmed to 'ignore' or 'accept' foreign materials. All to varying degrees.
Hence some at one end of the scale and for majority inbetween will never experience an allergy - whilst those at the other end of the genetical spetrum are sensitive to many things.
So you are correct in that theory - but there is room also to speculate that, for some, the genes will eventually rebel.
richard92537 anonomoose
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Ok you took the risk and it worked
I can scarcely go to the dentist for a checkup--but I do-- but having fillings removed---mmmm will have to be unconcious I think!!!
Am still hoping for more info on the big issue---TASTE----please?