Do you have silver fillings in your teeth? You might want to get them removed. Despite their name, "silver" amalgam fillings are mostly mercury, a heavy metal that is extremely toxic to humans. If you have silver fillings, you're being exposed to small amounts of...
Have you ever wondered if you can get rid of an unsightly metal filling? Advancements in holistic dentistry have allowed for the safe removal of amalgam fillings. There are, in fact, many benefits to removing amalgam fillings, like protecting you against prolonged exposure to mercury....
When considering how to fill a cavity, dentists will offer various types of tooth fillings to patients. These fillings offer different advantages and drawbacks with a patient’s needs and preferences determining which they will receive. In particular, the benefits of composite fillings have caused them...
What is a Biocompatibility Test of Dental Materials? Up to 33% of the general population may have chemical sensitivities that make them susceptible to reactions from dental materials. The best way to avoid a reaction to a dental filling is to have a biocompatibility test of...
What is Amalgam? All silver-colored fillings are known as amalgam fillings. They contain about 50% mercury, along with other heavy metals like silver, tin, and copper. According to the ADA, amalgam fillings are supposedly safe, and they are still being used in many countries, including parts...