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Case Reports
. 1984 Apr;57(4):441-2.
doi: 10.1016/0030-4220(84)90166-x.

Acute allergic reaction to eugenol

M E Barkin, J P Boyd, S Cohen
Case Reports

Acute allergic reaction to eugenol

M E Barkin et al. Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol. 1984 Apr.

Abstract

Eugenol has been widely used in the dental profession. It is an effective material that is incorporated into many dental products. Contact dermatitis due to this chemical is not unusual. However, true serious allergic reactions are extremely rare. This paper reports on such a case. Careful assessment of patients and of their dental and medical history is necessary to avoid disaster in the office.

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