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.
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
On 11-12th October we’ll be presenting “Systemic effects of metal restorations and implants due to hypersensitivity: MELISA testing and case studies” at The International Academy
Our summer newsletter is out with the latest from the FDA about allergy to medical devices, concerns over titanium nanoparticles, LTT testing in failing knee
Video: Part 1. Danelle’s inspirational recovery story from multiple sclerosis as told to Dr Bruce Fox, she removed metals from her mouth that she was
Olaf Beckord will be speaking about MELISA as a tool for identifying metals as inflammatory triggers and MELISA will have an exhibition stand so please
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“MELISA is a fundamental cornerstone of my practice."
Functional Medicine Based Dentistry, Santa Rosa, CA, USA
“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
When MELISA attended the FDA Medical Devices meeting last year, we highlighted the lack of awareness - amongst medical professionals and manufacturers alike - about the risk of hypersensitivity to metal implants in a minority of patients. Those who raise concerns about their metal allergy are often told by their surgeons that it won’t be a problem. We are therefore delighted that the FDA has issued a recommendation regarding labelling of Nitinol, commonly used in medical devices; "Warning: This device contains nitinol, an alloy of nickel and titanium. Persons with allergic reactions to these metals may suffer an allergic reaction to this implant. Prior to implantation, patients should be counselled on the materials contained in the device, as well as potential for allergy/hypersensitivity to these materials."
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Creating a "battery" with lasagne and tin foil exposes you to higher levels of aluminium ions.
Lasagne is a particularly good example because it contains both acidic (tomato) and salty ingredients. An acid such as vinegar or tomato sauce and electrically charged atoms like salt form the electrolyte. Aluminium foil is one electrode, and the pan, often steel or different alloy of aluminium, is the second electrode. The aluminium foil corrodes at a faster rate in the oven amazingribs.com/more-technique-and-science/more-cooking-science/reactive-pans
An additional report also warns of aluminium ions being transferred to acidic food in particular. www.bfr.bund.de/en/press_information/2017/21/bfr_research__proof_of_the_transfer_of_aluminium_fro...
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My foil-wrapped lasagna has holes in the foil: what's going on here? Some chemicals in foods react badly with certain metals and can even create toxins. Here's what you need to know about reactive and corrosive metals, how your lasagna can create a sort of electric battery cell, and how to avoid thi...ndu Clinic is an integrated health clinic in London, focusing on holistic, non-metallic dentistry. Dr Goran Stojanovic answers frequently asked questions, among others: What is the difference between 2D and 3D dental scans? What are the best non-metallic materials to use? Is fluoride safe? What can MELISA testing be used for? What is functional orthodontics? Is dental gold safe? Is detoxification after metal-removal needed? The interview is in English with Spanish subtitles.
AMALGAMAS, METALES Y TOXICIDAD. TODAS LAS PREGUNTAS RESPONDIDAS POR EL DENTISTA BIOLÓGICO DR. GORAN
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Visita NDU Clinic es Londres y menciona este video!/Visit NDU Clinic in London and mention this video!: www.ndu.com Encuentra a NDU en Instagram en @n...FDA Issues Recommendations for High-Risk Groups Regarding Mercury-Containing Dental Amalgam
Finally, after years of pressure from campaigners, FDA has issued new directives and admitted that inhaling mercury vapour “may be harmful in certain patients”. They add that “uncertainties remain on the effects that long-term exposure to dental amalgam may have on the specific high-risk groups”.
FDA’s definition of “high-risk groups” include pregnant/nursing women and children under 6 years, bringing the US in-line with European legislation. But in addition they add:
• People with pre-existing neurological disease such as multiple sclerosis, Alzheimer’s disease or Parkinson’s disease
• People with impaired kidney function; and
• People with known heightened sensitivity (allergy) to mercury or other components of dental amalgam
This is a major victory for all those who have campaigned for two decades to raise awareness of the toxic and hypersensitive effects of dental amalgam. FDA also mention the representatives from "underserved communities, who expressed concern about the cumulative effect of mercury vapor exposure from dental amalgam, as well as from other (dietary and environmental) sources."
You can hear the inspiring speakers from the 2019 FDA meeting with speakers starting at 00:24:00
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Congratulations to you all on your persistence and professionalism - it was an honour to be with you all last year!
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FDA Issues Recommendations for Certain High-Risk Groups Regarding Mercury-Containing Dental Amalgam
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FDA recommendations on dental amalgam and potential risks to certain high-risk individuals that may be associated with mercury-containing fillingsHypersensitivity to titanium breast biopsy markers.
There are only two cases that have been published about allergy to titanium biopsy markers but this article explains. Obviously the benefit of having the clip inserted, which identifies the precise location of a tumour, outweighs the possibility of an adverse reaction.
But if you're a metal allergic person and months later you're still experiencing pain, skin rashes or unexplained discomfort, consider talking to your doctor about the possibility of having the clip removed. Additionally there are metal free biopsy markers for those with known metal hypersensitivity to titanium www.birpublications.org/doi/full/10.1259/bjr.20160149
