MELISA is an optimised, clinically validated blood test which measures hypersensitivity to multiple metals from a single sample. MELISA can also to help in the diagnosis of active Lyme disease.
Exposure to metals in dental fillings and implants, joint prostheses, pacemakers, environmental pollutants and jewellery can lead to health problems in susceptible individuals.
MELISA improves laboratory diagnosis by confirming active disease in patients with clinical symptoms of Lyme.
The FDA has issued a statement addressing the concerns about the bio-compatibility and function of medical devices. Our conference in November 2018 mirrored these concerns
Download our leaflets on various topics such as metal hypersensitivity in orthopaedics, dentistry, spinal surgery and titanium implants.
The Experiences of Patients with Allergy to Metal Have you been diagnosed with metal hypersensitivity? We’ve been contacted by researchers at the University of Victoria,
Learn more about the effects of metals on health through these conferences: IAOMT Biological Dental & Medical Conference Hyatt Regency Sarasota March 11-13, 2021 iaomt.org/about-iaomt-conferences
On 23 November, a 3-hour session on Hypersensitization Reactions due to Metal and Metalloid Exposure will be broadcast as part of The 2nd International Industrial
The latest newsletter looks at actions taken by the FDA following on from the Medical Devices Committee meeting in November 2019. We also look at
People with known heightened sensitivity (allergy) to mercury or other components of dental amalgam should not get amalgam fillings, according to FDA’s new directives on
Metal Hypersensitivity in Knee Replacement Surgery Webinar recording Consultant Orthopaedic surgeons, Alberto Gregori and David Donaldson discuss the prevalence of hypersensitivity, symptoms post-op and how
The MELISA Summer Newsletter focuses on autoimmune diseases, inflammation and metal hypersensitivity. We cover an uplifting story of a nickel-allergic client who is now feeling
The latest Newsletter is out, the MELISA team are focusing on maintaining a healthy immune system and advice from functional medicine doctors. MELISA Spring Newsletter
The following conference is organised to with the aim to make the healthcare profession aware of the increase in diseases related to metal hypersensitivity and
In November, FDA will discuss the topic of immunological responses to metal-containing products regulated as medical devices. The discussion will focus on metal-containing implants as
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“In daily practice, I see how dental metal fillings (eg amalgam), as well as dental or orthopedic implants, can have an adverse effects on arrhythmias (eg atrial fibrillation). For many patients, establishing a timeline between a dental or orthopaedic procedure and their symptoms developing will aid diagnosis."
Cardiologist, University Hospital Brno, Czechia
“I have many patients that are interested in this type of testing associated with implants. Thank you for the great work you have done.”
Foot & Ankle Center, Wenatchee, WA, USA
“A type IV metal allergy is often overlooked as a culprit in many of today's chronic illnesses. MELISA testing gives targeted information on what needs to be avoided. Many patients get their life back with this information instead of remaining chronically ill for the rest of their days.”
Mount Diablo Integrated Wellness Center, Walnut Creek, CA, USA
“Working in holistic dentistry I use an integrated approach and treat the patient as a whole, focusing on the dental need in the larger context of the person’s overall well-being. MELISA provides me with invaluable information for the most suitable materials to be used.”
The Ella Clinic, London, UK
Our Spring Newsletter focusses on attitudes to metal hypersensitivity. Healthcare Professionals are often not aware that specialised testing like MELISA is available for patients reporting metal sensitivity prior to surgery or dental work.
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Metal hypersensitivity is all too often overlooked as a cause for ill-healthThinking of getting a tattoo?
If you have been diagnosed or have suspected metal hypersensitivity including reacting to jewellery etc you may need to think again...
This comprehensive summary about inflammatory reactions says "Frequently patients who develop tattoo reactions are later found to have an underlying allergy or sensitization to metallic substrates in the pigment compound."
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We can’t be with you in person at the IAOMT Spring Conference, because of UK Covid restrictions. But we are waiting to meet you on zoom if you have any questions about MELISA testing.
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Have you been diagnosed with metal hypersensitivity?
We’ve been contacted by researchers at the University of Victoria, School of Nursing, Canada who are running a study called ‘The Lived Experiences of Metal Hypersensitivity.
Researchers are looking for volunteers with diagnosed metal allergy, who have undergone surgical procedures with metal implants (eg joint replacement, stents, plates and rods). This is a chance to gain insight through the stories of patients who have experienced complications from metal allergy. The study aims to gain patients’ perspectives on the importance of talking about metal hypersensitivity prior to surgery to allow fully informed decisions to be made.
What’s involved: two interviews (phone / video) of approx. 90 minutes.
If you have questions or wish to participate you can email the team in confidence at [email protected], giving a brief summary of your personal circumstances or learn more at this link www.reachbc.ca/search#/project/study/115
Release of titanium particles from implants may induce clinically relevant hypersensitivity in patients who are chronically exposed. This article describes a 56-year-old woman with peri-implantitis; inflammation around a titanium implant. She experienced bone loss, pain and swelling around the implant and the teeth next to it were also affected. These teeth were removed and three titanium implants were inserted. Six months later, the patient complained of further issues. MELISA testing confirmed titanium hypersensitivity so the the implants were removed and five zirconia implants were placed. All symptoms were resolved.
www.hindawi.com/journals/crid/2021/8879988/
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Titanium dental implant surface does not remain unaltered but may corrode and release ions or particles which trigger soft and hard tissue damage. Titanium may induce clinically relevant hypersensitivity in patients chronically exposed. A 56-year-old female patient presented peri-implantitis around....