History of Arsenic in Dentistry

Judit Forrai; Andrew Spielman

doi:10.17107/kh.2025.30.33

January 1, 2025Kaleidoscope HistoryOpen Access

History of Arsenic in Dentistry

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Arsenic was commonly used to treat inflamed dental pulp, primarily in emergency situations, and its effectiveness was notable.
The toxic side effects of arsenic have led to its discontinuation as a dental material, raising concerns about patient safety.
The historical context of arsenic in dentistry underscores the shift towards safer alternatives in dental practices.
Understanding arsenic's past use informs current dental practices and the importance of evaluating treatment materials for safety.

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This analysis highlights arsenic's use in dental procedures, particularly for root canals, suggesting health risks due to toxicity.

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Arsenic has been a widely used dental material mostly for emergencies, to necrotise the inflamed pulp before root canal. Due to its toxic side effects is no longer in use.

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