How we minimize the risk of mercury exposure during the removal of “silver” amalgam fillings
The colloquially known as “silver” fillings contain very little silver. They are an “amalgam” or combination of different metals. Primarily, though, they are made from a known toxin: mercury. Since these fillings are 50% mercury by weight, you must team up with a dental practice that is not only “mercury-free” but is also “mercury-safe.” That is an important distinction; mercury-free practices do not place amalgam fillings, while mercury-safe practices also know how to remove fillings that contain mercury appropriately. As a mercury-free and mercury-safe dental office, Natural and Cosmetic Dentistry in Clearwater, Florida, has invested in the training, equipment, and … Continue reading
