Why Choose Mercury Free Dentistry?

Also known as amalgam fillings, mercury free dentistry are a mixture of mercury, copper, silver, tin and other metals. Mercury forms 40-50% of the mixture and that’s why it is called mercury filling. Though mercury filling is one of the oldest methods recently it has been a topic of debate among the dentists because of the adverse effects of the mercury.

Effects of mercury on health

Scientists and researchers across the world have pointed out the potential risks of using mercury tooth fillings. Mercury is extremely harmful to the human body and can lead to breathing problems, night blindness, Parkinson’s disease, neurological diseases and more. Mercury used in tooth fillings releases in the form of vapors and gets dissolved in the bloodstream when you are chewing the food, drinking, talking or doing any other activity, thus causing serious hazards to health.

Other harmful effects of mercury fillings include inflammation, damage to the healthy elements of teeth, rashes and permanent damage to teeth. Mercury is not only dangerous to the human body but also affects the environment. The left out amalgam scrap from the procedure of mercury fillings don’t not environment-friendly.

With so many dangerous effects of mercury fillings, it is advised to go for mercury free dentistry. As the name suggests, mercury-free fillings doesn’t use mercury fillings for root canals or for filling the cavities in teeth. Mercury-free fillings use biocompatible materials for dental procedures. Some other benefits of mercury-free fillings are-

• They are less invasive than amalgam fillings. The amalgam fillings damage the teeth tissues and structure. On the other hand, mercury-free fillings work to preserve the structure of the tooth and strengthening its roots.

• Mercury-free fillings are safer than amalgam fillings. They are not only safe for human bodies but for the environment as well.

•  Mercury-free fillings are easy to repair in comparison to amalgam fillings.

•  They last longer than amalgam fillings.

• They are easier to repair.

These state-of-the-art fillings allow you to keep your teeth and body healthy than amalgam fillings. Many patients these days are opting to replace their amalgam fillings with resin fillings. To learn more about mercury-free dentistry, schedule an appointment with our expert dental specialists. Call: (203) 227-3421.