Gluten-Free Denture Adhesive Selection

[MaggieRedwings]

Morning All,

Know this does not apply to many of us, but the only suggestion I got for GF denture adhesive was Perma Grip and it is ridiculously expensive and cannot find in local stores. A friend of mine just sent me this infor from e-Celiacs.org. A site that is new to me. But the news is great since Fixident is so much easier to find and a heck of a lot cheaper.

Source of info: www.e-celiacs.org/2-Questions_and_Answers.htm



Q: Which denture adhesives are okay for use by celiacs? I’ve
been sick off and on for about six months, so my doctor suggested that I
stop using a denture adhesive; and, that was it. I’m okay again. But, I
could wear my dentures all the time of I could find a gluten-free adhesive.

A: There are a couple of products that are gluten-free for
which we have information from our local college of pharmacy. However, the
usual precaution needs to be in place: check ingredients before using.

Orifix (original) continues to be gluten-free; Orifix (special)
however does contain grain flours to add extra adhesive and is not
recommended for use by celiacs. Proctor and Gamble have Holdfast (regular)
which contains grains; their Holdfast (Extra Strength) does not contain
grain and their Fixident is also gluten-free.

You may wish to discuss with your doctor the potential use of
an ostomy bond. Karaya powder (a gum from a tree) works well for some
people. Before using over-the-counter ostomy products, however, you may
wish to discuss with your physician which base product for an adhesive would
be a better choice for you and the sensitivities you present.


Love, Maggie