Allergic Contact Dermatitis due to Methacrylates in a Dental Technician - a Clinical Case.

INTRODUCTION

Methacrylate-based materials are used daily in dental practice. Specialized publications report these materials as allergens with a high sensitizing potential.

AIM

To draw the attention of dental doctors and personnel to risk factors of developing occupational allergies.

MATERIALS AND METHODS

History and dermatological status of the patient were taken and he was given an epicutaneous test.

RESULTS

The allergy testing revealed a strong positive allergic reaction to methacrylates which persisted and was observed at 72 hours as well as on day 7. A diagnosis of allergic contact dermatitis was made on the basis of the patient's history, the clinical examination and the results of the epicutaneous test.

CONCLUSION

The presented clinical case shows that early identification of the specific causative agents allows clinicians to take adequate measures and achieve results without having to use a medicine, and stop the progression of the occupational disease and the development of complications.