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Why were teeth pulled out in the holocaust?

He didn't want the teeth themselves, but the gold fillings or solid gold teeth some of the dead had. They were melted down and 'put to good use'.


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Gold is used in electronics because it is a good conductor and it doesn't oxidize as much as other materials. Dentists use gold for teeth fillings. Gold leaf is used for lettering on important books.


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Teeth filling are made of porcelain because it is highly aesthetic and preferred by many who put a high value on teeth appearance. As for gold it is used because it is extremely durable and fairly aesthetic.


What are the potential health risks associated with the toxicity of gold fillings?

The potential health risks associated with the toxicity of gold fillings include allergic reactions, metal toxicity, and potential damage to surrounding tissues.


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Is gold used in your fillings?

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Does gold have any dangerous properties?

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Did Nazis extract the gold fillings from Jews without pain killers?

Yes, the Nazis did extract the gold fillings fromthe teeth of Jews without using pain killers. Bt it did not matter about the pain killers becasue they did it after they had murdered the Jews.