Dental amalgam. Medical search

An alloy used in restorative dentistry that contains mercury, silver, tin, copper, and possibly zinc.

A silver metallic element that exists as a liquid at room temperature. It has the atomic symbol Hg (from hydrargyrum, liquid silver), atomic number 80, and atomic weight 200.59. Mercury is used in many industrial applications and its salts have been employed therapeutically as purgatives, antisyphilitics, disinfectants, and astringents. It can be absorbed through the skin and mucous membranes which leads to MERCURY POISONING. Because of its toxicity, the clinical use of mercury and mercurials is diminishing.

Any waste product generated by a dental office, surgery, clinic, or laboratory including amalgams, saliva, and rinse water.

A restoration designed to remain in service for not less than 20 to 30 years, usually made of gold casting, cohesive gold, or amalgam. (Jablonski, Dictionary of Dentistry, 1992)

Inorganic compounds that contain mercury as an integral part of the molecule.

Management, removal, and elimination of biologic, infectious, pathologic, and dental waste. The concept includes blood, mucus, tissue removed at surgery or autopsy, soiled surgical dressings, and other materials requiring special control and handling. Disposal may take place where the waste is generated or elsewhere.

A chelating agent used as an antidote to heavy metal poisoning.

Laws and regulations pertaining to the field of dentistry, proposed for enactment or recently enacted by a legislative body.

A mixture of metallic elements or compounds with other metallic or metalloid elements in varying proportions for use in restorative or prosthetic dentistry.

Neurologic disorders associated with exposure to inorganic and organic forms of MERCURY. Acute intoxication may be associated with gastrointestinal disturbances, mental status changes, and PARAPARESIS. Chronic exposure to inorganic mercury usually occurs in industrial workers, and manifests as mental confusion, prominent behavioral changes (including psychosis), DYSKINESIAS, and NEURITIS. Alkyl mercury poisoning may occur through ingestion of contaminated seafood or grain, and its characteristic features include POLYNEUROPATHY; ATAXIA; vision loss; NYSTAGMUS, PATHOLOGIC; and DEAFNESS. (From Joynt, Clinical Neurology, 1997, Ch20, pp10-15)

The total of dental diagnostic, preventive, and restorative services provided to meet the needs of a patient (from Illustrated Dictionary of Dentistry, 1982).

A preparation of chicle, sometimes mixed with other plastic substances, sweetened and flavored. It is masticated usually for pleasure as a candy substitute but it sometimes acts as a vehicle for the administration of medication.

The room or rooms in which the dentist and dental staff provide care. Offices include all rooms in the dentist's office suite.

Personnel who provide dental service to patients in an organized facility, institution or agency.

A group of Indian Ocean Islands, east of Tanzania. Their capital is Victoria. They were first claimed by the French in 1744 but taken by the English in 1794 and made a dependency of MAURITIUS in 1810. They became a crown colony in 1903 and a republic within the Commonwealth in 1976. They were named for the French finance minister, Jean Moreau de Sechelles, but respelled by the English in 1794. (From Webster's New Geographical Dictionary, 1988, p1102 & Room, Brewer's Dictionary of Names, 1992, p496)

A trace element that is required in bone formation. It has the atomic symbol Sn, atomic number 50, and atomic weight 118.71.

Use for articles concerning dental education in general.

Localized destruction of the tooth surface initiated by decalcification of the enamel followed by enzymatic lysis of organic structures and leading to cavity formation. If left unchecked, the cavity may penetrate the enamel and dentin and reach the pulp.

Educational institutions for individuals specializing in the field of dentistry.

Individuals enrolled a school of dentistry or a formal educational program in leading to a degree in dentistry.

Organic compounds in which mercury is attached to a methyl group.

Neodymium. An element of the rare earth family of metals. It has the atomic symbol Nd, atomic number 60, and atomic weight 144.24, and is used in industrial applications.

The gradual destruction of a metal or alloy due to oxidation or action of a chemical agent. (From McGraw-Hill Dictionary of Scientific and Technical Terms, 6th ed)

A method which uses specific precipitation reactions to separate or collect substances from a solution.

Silver. An element with the atomic symbol Ag, atomic number 47, and atomic weight 107.87. It is a soft metal that is used medically in surgical instruments, dental prostheses, and alloys. Long-continued use of silver salts can lead to a form of poisoning known as ARGYRIA.

The total amount of a chemical, metal or radioactive substance present at any time after absorption in the body of man or animal.

Facilities where dental care is provided to patients.

Synthetic resins, containing an inert filler, that are widely used in dentistry.

Dental care for patients with chronic diseases. These diseases include chronic cardiovascular, endocrinologic, hematologic, immunologic, neoplastic, and renal diseases. The concept does not include dental care for the mentally or physically disabled which is DENTAL CARE FOR DISABLED.

The giving of attention to the special dental needs of children, including the prevention of tooth diseases and instruction in dental hygiene and dental health. The dental care may include the services provided by dental specialists.

Marine fish and shellfish used as food or suitable for food. (Webster, 3d ed) SHELLFISH and FISH PRODUCTS are more specific types of SEAFOOD.

A richly vascularized and innervated connective tissue of mesodermal origin, contained in the central cavity of a tooth and delimited by the dentin, and having formative, nutritive, sensory, and protective functions. (Jablonski, Dictionary of Dentistry, 1992)

Persons trained in an accredited school or dental college and licensed by the state in which they reside to provide dental prophylaxis under the direction of a licensed dentist.

The teaching staff and members of the administrative staff having academic rank in a dental school.

Dental care for the emotionally, mentally, or physically disabled patient. It does not include dental care for the chronically ill ( = DENTAL CARE FOR CHRONICALLY ILL).

Abnormal fear or dread of visiting the dentist for preventive care or therapy and unwarranted anxiety over dental procedures.

The presence in food of harmful, unpalatable, or otherwise objectionable foreign substances, e.g. chemicals, microorganisms or diluents, before, during, or after processing or storage.

Insurance providing coverage for dental care.

Personnel whose work is prescribed and supervised by the dentist.

Services designed to promote, maintain, or restore dental health.

For-profit enterprise with relatively few to moderate number of employees and low to moderate volume of sales.

1861-1865 conflict between the Union (Northern states) and the 11 Southern states that seceded and were organized as the Confederate States of America.

Unstable isotopes of mercury that decay or disintegrate emitting radiation. Hg atoms with atomic weights 185-195, 197, 203, 205, and 206 are radioactive mercury isotopes.

The profession concerned with the teeth, oral cavity, and associated structures, and the diagnosis and treatment of their diseases including prevention and the restoration of defective and missing tissue.

The organization and operation of the business aspects of a dental practice.

Business management of medical, dental and veterinary practices that may include capital financing, utilization management, and arrangement of capitation agreements with other parties.

The organization and operation of the business aspects of a physician's practice.

Professional society representing the field of dentistry.

An agency in the Executive Branch of the Federal Government. It was created as an independent regulatory agency responsible for the implementation of federal laws designed to protect the environment. Its mission is to protect human health and the ENVIRONMENT.

Dental workplace exposure and effect on fertility. (1/195)

OBJECTIVES: This study assessed occupational exposure in dental surgeries on the basis of the reported use of dental materials and techniques and applied waiting-time-to-pregnancy methodology to study fertility in relation to the occupational exposure. METHODS: Data were collected retrospectively using a self-administered postal questionnaire addressing the occupational and reproductive history of the participants. The study groups consisted of 558 female dental surgeons and 450 high school teachers that had given birth in Norway to at least 1 living child. The present study comprised data from a total of 1408 pregnancies. The effects of practicing dentistry and of the given workplace exposure on fertility were analyzed with the discrete proportional hazard regression method. RESULTS: Most of the female dental surgeons were using amalgam for fillings during the period they tried to conceive, and 1/3 placed more than 50 fillings a week. Tooth-colored fillings were in limited use. Prior to 75% of the pregnancies, the dental surgeons reported handling chloroform-based root canal sealers. Forty percent of the dental surgeons were daily exposed to disinfectants containing ethanol and benzene. No difference was found in fertility between the dental surgeons and the high school teachers. Exposure to mercury, chloroform, and benzene was not associated with decreased fertility, except for a possible effect of mercury in the last pregnancy of multiparous dental surgeons. CONCLUSIONS: Occupational exposures had no clear adverse effects on fertility among the female dental surgeons studied. (+info)

Cadmium, mercury, and lead in kidney cortex of the general Swedish population: a study of biopsies from living kidney donors. (2/195)

Cadmium, mercury, and lead concentrations were determined in deep-frozen kidney cortex biopsies taken from 36 living, healthy Swedish kidney donors (18 males and 18 females), who were 30-71 (mean 53) years of age. Information about occupation, smoking, the presence of dental amalgam, and fish consumption could be obtained for 27 of the donors. The samples (median dry weight 0.74 mg) were analyzed using inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry, and the results were transformed to wet-weight concentrations. The median kidney Cd was 17 micrograms/g (95% confidence interval, 14-23 micrograms/g), which was similar in males and females. In 10 active smokers, the median kidney Cd was 24 micrograms/g, and in 12 who never smoked, it was 17 micrograms/g. The median kidney Hg was 0.29 micrograms/g, with higher levels in females (median 0.54 micrograms/g) than in males (median 0.16 micrograms/g). Subjects with amalgam fillings had higher kidney Hg (median 0.47 micrograms/g, n = 20) than those without dental amalgam (median 0.15 micrograms;g/g, n = 6), but kidney Hg was below the detection limit in some samples. Nearly half of the samples had kidney Pb below the detection limit. The median kidney Pb was estimated as 0. 14 micrograms/g. This is the first study of heavy metals in kidney cortex of living, healthy subjects, and the results are relatively similar to those of a few previous autopsy studies, indicating that results from autopsy cases are not seriously biased in relation to kidney metal concentrations in the general population. Cd concentrations in those who never smoked were relatively high, indicating considerable Cd intake from the diet in Sweden. The effect of dental amalgam on kidney Hg was as expected, although the reason for the difference in Hg levels between males and females is unclear. (+info)

Resistance to mercury and antimicrobial agents in Streptococcus mutans isolates from human subjects in relation to exposure to dental amalgam fillings. (3/195)

Resistance to cefuroxime, penicillin, tetracycline, and mercury is reported for 839 Streptococcus mutans isolates from 209 human study subjects. The MICs of these drugs did not differ for isolates from one dental amalgam group and two nonamalgam subsets: a group with no known exposure to amalgam and a group whose members had their amalgam fillings removed. (+info)

Strength and microstructure of gallium alloys. (4/195)

This study investigated the physical and mechanical properties and the microstructure of four different gallium alloys. For all gallium alloys, the compressive strengths measured at one hour (86-223 MPa) and 24 hours (265-286 MPa) after specimen preparation were found to be well within the range exhibited by many high-copper amalgams. The creep values and dimensional change of the gallium alloys were comparable to those of leading amalgams, except for the dimensional change value of one alloy. The set gallium alloys consisted of a multi-phase structure including beta-Sn, CuGa2, In4Ag9, Ag72Ga28, and Ga5Pd (except for one product that did not contain Pd) that was more complicated than the structure of dental amalgams. Although the gallium alloys had physical and mechanical properties comparable to those of high-copper amalgams, the microstructure, coupled with the instability of the element gallium itself, could make these materials more prone to corrosive attack compared to amalgams. (+info)

Management of extensive carious lesions in permanent molars of a child with nonmetallic bonded restorations--a case report. (5/195)

The badly decayed molar teeth of a 12-year-old were restored using resin composite and ceramic restorations. The maxillary first left permanent molar, which had an extensive carious lesion that had destroyed most of the coronal hard tissues of the tooth, was restored to shape and function with a heat-treated resin composite onlay restoration. The restoration was followed up for two years. The mandibular right first molar had a failing large amalgam restoration with extensive recurrent caries. After a three-month period of pulp-capping, the tooth was restored with a bonded ceramic onlay restoration. A nine-month follow-up of this restoration is provided. The maxillary right first molar, which also had a failing large amalgam/resin composite restoration, was restored with a direct resin composite restoration. Under traditional treatment regimens, these extensive cavities would have been treated using more invasive procedures such as pin-retained restorations or elective root canal therapy, post placement, core build-up and crowning. Bonded non-metallic restorations avoid the trauma, time and cost that accompany such extensive procedures and offer a more conservative approach. (+info)

Mercury evaporation from amalgams with varied mercury contents. (6/195)

This study examined the relationship between mercury content and mercury evaporation from amalgams during setting. Two different types of commercial high-copper amalgams (single composition and admixed types) were used. Cylindrical specimens of each amalgam were prepared with five different mercury contents according to ADA Specification No.1. Specimens were also prepared by hand condensation. Mercury evaporation from amalgam specimens maintained at 37 degrees C was measured using a gold film mercury analyzer from 10 min after the end of trituration until the mercury concentration in air reached an undetectable level. The mercury content more clearly influenced the mercury evaporation from the admixed type amalgam specimens when the mercury content decreased below the manufacturers' recommended trituration conditions. Triturating with less mercury than the manufacturers' recommended amount cannot lower the evaporation of mercury from freshly made amalgam. Proper condensing procedures can minimize the mercury evaporation from the amalgam surface. (+info)

Biological monitoring and exposure to mercury. (7/195)

Occupational health professionals' interest in controlling mercury (Hg) exposure, and the use of biological monitoring in this context, has been ongoing for a number of years. Evidence from urinary Hg results in a number of UK firms who have undertaken some form of biological monitoring or occupational health surveillance suggest that exposure has decreased over the last 10-15 years. This decrease precedes the establishment in the UK of an advisory biological monitoring guidance value (HGV) for urinary Hg and the production of updated medical guidance from the Health & Safety Executive on Hg exposure (MS12 1996). This latter document recommends a urinary sampling interval for urinary Hg of between 1 and 3 months, which is consistent with the reported toxicokinetics of Hg excretion, but we highlight that urinary Hg represents integrated exposure over many previous months. Mercury is a recognized nephrotoxin and MS12 1996 mentions the use of regular dipstick protein estimations. We review our experience of investigating proteinuria and enzymuria in a large-scale cross-sectional occupational study. The incidence of Hg-induced renal disease is probably very rare at current exposure levels. Therefore acceptance of a high false-positive rate of proteinuria not related to Hg exposure needs to be considered in any urinary protein testing regime of Hg workers. The establishment of an HGV for urinary Hg has raised questions about the uncertainty associated with a urinary Hg result, including factors such as diurnal variation, whether urine correction by creatinine or specific gravity is preferable and the possibility of non-occupational sources of Hg contributing significantly towards breaching the HGV. Correction of urinary Hg results by creatinine or specific gravity and the use of a fixed sampling time, such as the beginning or end of the day, substantially reduce the uncertainty in a urinary Hg measurement. But even with good laboratory precision, an individual with a true urinary Hg excretion of 20 nmol/mmol creatinine could supply urine samples of between 14 and 26 nmol/mmol creatinine. The influence of dietary sources in the UK contributing to urinary Hg values approaching or exceeding the HGV is unlikely. The use of tribal or ethnic cosmetics and remedies needs to be considered if a urinary Hg result looks inappropriately high, as some such preparations have been found to contain Hg and can be absorbed through the skin. The ability of excessive chewers or teeth grinders who have a large number of dental amalgam fillings to breach the urinary HGV in the absence of substantial occupational Hg exposure has been reported in a few Scandanavian studies. We report here a likely case of this phenomenon. Since the establishment of the HGV, our biological monitoring Hg data from a number of industry sectors using inorganic or metallic Hg have suggested that a minority of samples (13%) are still greater than the HGV. (+info)

HLA-association in patients with intolerance to mercury and other metals in dental materials. (8/195)

A group of selected 25 patients with serious intolerance to heavy metals used for dental restoration were examined for HLA antigens. A significant increase for HLA -- B37, B47 and DR4 was found. The value of the relative risk is not significant after correction for the number of antigens tested and therefore further studies of more patients are needed. (+info)

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Dental best management practices for amalgam waste handling and disposal include use of chair-side traps, use of ISO 11143-compliant amalgam separators, regular inspection and cleaning of traps, and use of appropriate commercial waste service to recycle and/or dispose of collected amalgam. (ada.org)
Compliance with the EPA final rule on amalgam separators is recommended. (ada.org)
The rule requires dental offices to install and operate an amalgam separators(s), to implement two Best Management Practices (BMPs), and to submit a One-time Compliance Report to the Control Authority. (phoenix.gov)
The WHO also points out that amalgam separators, installed in the waste water lines of many dental offices, dramatically decrease the release of mercury into the public sewer system. (wikipedia.org)
According to the Agency, "amalgam separators are a practical, affordable and readily available technology for capturing mercury and other metals before they are discharged into sewers that drain to POTWs. (lexology.com)
Specifically the rule requires dentists to cut their dental amalgam discharges to a level achievable through the use of the "best available technology," known as amalgam separators , and the use of other Best Management Practices. (lexology.com)
Amalgam separators are devices designed to remove amalgam waste particles from dental office wastewater. (lexology.com)
These BMPs include requirements for installing amalgam separators, properly managing solid waste with amalgam, and amalgam recycling. (newmoa.org)
From the Winter 2020 Journal of the Colorado Dental Association News of mandatory amalgam separators has been buzzing for years with a distant deadline. (cdaonline.org)
Indiana Dental Enterprise Associates (IDEA) has been tracking and researching amalgam separators and the proposed federal regulations for the better part of four years. (indental.org)
This decision was based on the IDEA Board's four years of thoroughly evaluating various amalgam separators on the market. (indental.org)
There has been a wide assortment of amalgam separators on the market which met the ISO standards of 99% efficiency. (indental.org)
The Case Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine has demonstrated its ongoing commitment to environmentally friendly dental practices by installing amalgam separators for the entire dental school and by participating in the Ohio Good DEED (Dedicated to Environmental Excellence in Dentistry) Program. (oda.org)
In fact, the combination of using amalgam separators and following BMPs can eliminate 95-99 percent of dental mercury releases to wastewater. (ipen.org)
Amalgam separators are widely available, relatively straightforward to install, operate without electricity or chemical addition, have low installation and maintenance costs, and facilitate easy recycling of amalgam content. (ipen.org)
EPA should follow the lead of the above-mentioned states and establish national effluent guidelines for dental discharges of mercury that require installation of amalgam separators and implementation of BMPs. (ipen.org)
The new Dental Office Point Source Category requires dental offices to install and use amalgam separators and implement two Best Management Practices (BMPs) as recommended by the American Dental Association (ADA). (victoriapubliclibrary.org)
Existing amalgam separators placed in service before July 14, 2017 may be operated for their lifetime or ten years, whichever comes first. (daytonohio.gov)
Dental dischargers that place or remove amalgam in limited emergency or unplanned, unanticipated circumstances are not required to install amalgam separators or follow the EPA Best Management Practices. (daytonohio.gov)
Most dental practices must have amalgam separators installed by the July 14 deadline. (drna.com)
The EPA issued its final rule that requires most dental offices in the United States to install amalgam separators in December 2016. (drna.com)
That's why installing amalgam separators is such a major point of emphasis for both the ADA and the EPA. (drna.com)
As their name suggests, amalgam separators remove dental amalgam waste from other liquids and materials that normally enter sewer and stormwater systems through dental practice drainage systems. (drna.com)
The separators act as a solids collector that are installed on vacuum lines in dental offices. (drna.com)

An uncertainty factor of 100 was applied to these data, to derive a reference dose (TDI) which should, in all probability, prevent the occurrence of CNS effects in non-occupationally- exposed individuals bearing amalgam fillings. (bio.net)
In the reports previously mentioned, exposure to mercury arising from amalgam was not adequately quantified, and a level of mercury vapour exposure which is, in all probability, tolerable to the vast majority of persons bearing amalgam fillings, was not defined. (bio.net)

In its proposal EPA estimated that there approximately 160,000 dentists working in over 120,000 dental offices who use or remove amalgam in the United States - "almost all of whom discharge their wastewater exclusively to POTWs. (lexology.com)
This final rule requires dental offices, that replace or remove amalgam, to operate and maintain an amalgam separator and use two Best Management Practices (BMPs) recommended by the American Dental Association (ADA). (waco-texas.com)
All of them will generate heat to varying degrees, and some can actually remove amalgam particles. (mercuryfreenow.com)
There are other ways to remove amalgam fillings, and I see no reason for putting a laser in contact with them. (mercuryfreenow.com)
The fact sheet also contains provisions for exemptions from the rule for certain dental practices that do not place or remove amalgam on a regular basis. (cityofws.org)
The Amalgam HoG is equipped with an advanced cyclonic filtration system designed to efficiently and effectively separate and remove amalgam, mercury, alloy and other unsafe contaminants from the waterline, reportedly protecting and extending the lifespan of the vacuum pump and virtually eliminating harmful waste into the environment. (dentalproductsreport.com)
Mobile dental units and practices where dentists do not place amalgam rather only remove amalgam in emergency situations are also exempt from the ruling. (drna.com)

For more than 150 years, dental amalgam has served as a safe, durable and affordable material in restorative dentistry. (ada.org)
It seems that the readers of bionet.toxicology have been receiving the tail end of a rather chaotic debate between Brian Sandle and myself, originating in sci.med.dentistry, which has a lot of discussion of fluorides and amalgam. (bio.net)
As countries around the globe phase out the use of mercury amalgam in dentistry, citing mounting evidence of significant environmental and human health risks, the United States has stayed mum. (mercola.com)
EPA indicated that the rule will apply to offices, including large institutions such as dental schools and clinics, where dentistry is practiced that discharge to a POTW. (lexology.com)
It does not apply to mobile units or offices where the practice of dentistry consists only of the following dental specialties: oral pathology, oral and maxillofacial radiology, oral and maxillofacial surgery, orthodontics, periodontics, or prosthodontics. (lexology.com)
The approach to getting to the end of amalgam is the environment,' said Charlie Brown, president of the World Alliance for Mercury-Free Dentistry, a multinational group that lobbies to ban the use of mercury in dentistry. (chicagotribune.com)
Because by classifying amalgam, the FDA would have to address the dirty little secret of dentistry ---they FDA would have to tell the American people that amalgam is mainly mercury. (mercola.com)
Your donations help Consumers for Dental Choice give dental consumers, dentists, mercury victims, and parents a strong voice for mercury-free dentistry. (toxicteeth.org)
For example, programs like Amalgam-Free Africa and Australians for Mercury-Free Dentistry are on the ground worldwide. (toxicteeth.org)
Like its name implies, BT is pushing for a ban on mercury use in dentistry due to persistent mercury vapors that threaten not only patients but also dentists, dental assistants, and dental students, all of whom are constantly exposed to mercury-polluted air. (naturalnews.com)
Philippine dentistry should move beyond amalgam and we should prepare the future generation of dentists to embrace better and safer alternatives for their patients. (naturalnews.com)
ADA 2013 ), and amalgam continues to play a major role in dentistry today (Makhija et al. (springer.com)
Amalgam fillings, also known as silver fillings, have been a staple of dentistry for many years. (radiologyinfo.org)
Amalgam is a combination of metals that has been the most popular and effective filling material used in dentistry for the last 150 years. (colgate.com)
Our Miami Dentistry blog has recently covered the toxic affects of silver amalgam fillings , suggesting that these fillings be removed and replaced. (assureasmile.com)
We debate and provide leadership on key scientific issues related to dentistry , including areas such as dental amalgam, fluoridation and tobacco use. (bda.org)
At Portrait Dental we are proud to offer amalgam-free dentistry which uses dental procedures that are 100% free of amalgam and mercury materials. (cosmeticdentiststoronto.ca)
Contact Us at Portrait Dental in Toronto to learn more about amalgam-free dentistry. (cosmeticdentiststoronto.ca)
There seems to be a major difficulty in confining subjective ailments and objective disease patterns, which leads to all kind of different beliefs and arguments among the experts whether amalgam should still be considered in dentistry. (marioninstitute.org)
Dental amalgam and mercury in dentistry. (semanticscholar.org)
Mercury in dentistry has re-emerged as a contentious issue in public health, predominantly because so many people are inadvertently exposed to mercury in order to obtain the benefits of dental amalgam fillings, and the risks remain difficult to interpret. (semanticscholar.org)
This commentary aims to examine the issues involved in public policy assessment of the continued use of dental amalgam in dentistry. (semanticscholar.org)
Our long history of developing state of the art impression materials that cater to the expectations of experts in the field of dentistry puts Kerr Dental above the rest. (kerrdental.com)
Dental discharger means a facility where the practice of dentistry is performed, including, but not limited to, institutions, permanent or temporary offices, clinics, home offices, and facilities owned and operated by Federal, state or local governments, that discharges wastewater to a POTW. (daytonohio.gov)
A recent trend for a more conservative approach to restorative dentistry has led to the alternative management of defective dental restorations. (uwc.ac.za)
Most people out of the dentistry industry know dental amalgam as silver fillings. (drna.com)
Hal Alan Huggins (1937 - November 29, 2014) was an American alternative dentistry advocate and campaigner against the use of dental amalgam fillings and other dental therapies that he believed to be unsafe. (wikipedia.org)
Huggins claimed that dental care according to his understanding of dentistry has allowed wheelchair-using patients diagnosed with multiple sclerosis to walk unassisted within weeks. (wikipedia.org)

Half of U.S. dentists have abandoned using amalgam, and in 2012 a leading dental school has gone "amalgam-free. (mercola.com)
Out of step with a world trying to replace mercury-based products with non-toxic alternatives, heedless of dentist-members who have rejected amalgam, aware that taxpayers must foot the bill for the pollution caused by pro-mercury dentists, the ADA continues to shill for mercury fillings. (mercola.com)
The ADA aided and abetted dental boards to yank licenses from dentists who truthfully told patients that amalgam is mainly mercury and who advised against its use. (mercola.com)
Most fillings today are made of a composite of material that matches the color of tooth enamel, but many dentists say that for some applications, amalgam is still the material of choice. (medpagetoday.com)
The Food and Drug Administration and the American Dental Association , which represents more than 150,000 dentists, maintain that silver fillings should remain an option, saying that they are safe and effective and that they often outperform other restorative materials. (chicagotribune.com)
Historically, dentists mixed amalgam on-site using bulk liquid mercury and metal powders, but today dental amalgam is purchased in pre-dosed amalgam capsules that come in different sizes. (newmoa.org)
Dental amalgams have been used by dentists for more than a century to fill cavities. (dentalplans.com)
Mercury vapour levels in dental practices and body mercury levels of dentists and controls," British Dental Journal , vol. 197, no. 10, pp. 625-632, 2004. (hindawi.com)
In addition to acknowledging health risks for dental patients with these mercury-containing fillings, a growing body of scientific research has recognized hazards for dentists and dental professionals, who routinely clean, polish, place, remove, and replace amalgam fillings. (prnewswire.com)
Lead author David Warwick , DDS, notes of the study: 'Based on our findings, we are recommending dentists implement engineering controls as required by OSHA in addition to the supplemental recommendations identified in our study when amalgam is drilled on by a high-speed drill. (prnewswire.com)
SMART is a series of special precautions dentists can apply to protect patients, themselves, other dental professionals, and the environment by immensely reducing the levels of mercury that can be released during the amalgam filling removal process. (prnewswire.com)
A growing number of dentists have begun to voluntarily phase out the use of mercury amalgam fillings, which contain about 50 percent mercury, 22-32 percent silver, 14 percent tin and 8 percent copper and other compounds. (naturalnews.com)
I doubt if many dentists have even considered the effect a laser could have on a mercury amalgam filling. (mercuryfreenow.com)
An educational program should include information on all restorative materials to help dentists and their patients make informed dental treatment decisions, and encourage dental care providers to report adverse reactions. (qualitydentistry.com)
The Wealthy Dentist decided to survey dentists to find out their thoughts on this subject, and if they are still using amalgam. (thewealthydentist.com)
In general, dentists advise pregnant women to avoid unnecessary dental care. (colgate.com)
Dentists have been using dental amalgam for more than 150 years, it's that silver-colored filling used for cavities, but what some people don't know is that 50-percent of that metal mixture is made of mercury. (whdh.com)
Recently, a group of dentists, scientists and patients filed suit against the FDA, claiming the government agency hasn't done enough to address any potential health hazards of amalgam. (whdh.com)
Jim Du Molin offers dental marketing news and dental practice management advice for dentists. (thewealthydentist.com)
But a U-M study that measured mercury isotopes in the hair and urine from 12 Michigan dentists found that their urine contained a mix of mercury from two sources: the consumption of fish containing organic mercury and inorganic mercury vapor from the dentists' own amalgam fillings. (umich.edu)
Industrial workers and gold miners can be at risk, as well as dentists who install mercury amalgam fillings-though dentists have increasingly switched to resin-based composite fillings and restorations in recent years. (umich.edu)
1992). A similar survey of dentists found that although 89% of respondents believed that amalgams posed no risk, 52% reported that they would replace such restorations at a patient's request (Gerbert et al. (thefreelibrary.com)
The Solmetex Amalgam Separator addresses all of the Federal regulations and provides the highest level of benefits for IDA dentists. (indental.org)
Most dentists in a recent Wealthy Dentist poll preferred the term silver filling to refer to dental amalgam restorations. (thewealthydentist.com)
The 9 dentists who participated in this Dental Product Shopper evaluation of Genesis Amalgam Capsules rated features such as effectiveness, handling, and ease of use. (dentalproductshopper.com)
We, alongside our colleagues in the Council of European Dentists and the FDI World Dental Federation, support a phase-down approach to dental amalgam use. (bda.org)
However, dentists must continue to have the full range of restorative materials at their disposal, and at present there is no direct replacement for amalgam for durability, cost-effectiveness and ease of use. (bda.org)
During a two-day public meeting to discuss the cavity treatment, dental patients, advocacy groups and some dentists urged the Food and Drug Administration's panel of outside advisers to push the agency to reverse course and initiate stronger warnings, especially for children and pregnant women. (drbuttar.com)
Dental amalgam is an appropriate option to offer patients," said Leslie Grant, past president of the National Dental Association, which represents black dentists. (drbuttar.com)
Why do dentists use dental amalgam? (knowyourteeth.com)
Dentists use dental amalgam because it is easier to work with than other alternatives. (knowyourteeth.com)
Why don't dentists use alternatives to amalgam? (knowyourteeth.com)
The ability to temporarily bond restorations, crowns, or bridges allows dentists the time they need to create more permanent restorations without sacrificing patient comfort and dental function. (kerrdental.com)
Dentists from International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology (IAOMT) have experience using the IOAMT mercury amalgam removal protocol. (intelligentdental.com)
Elemental mercury enters the environment through wastewater system discharges to rivers and lakes of dental amalgam waste flushed into dentists' chair-side drains. (ipen.org)
For, research shows that dentists and dental assistants are particularly prone to suffering from mercury poisoning symptoms. (ahealth.com)
Aim: To identify and assess the use of amalgam and its waste management by dentists in Pakistan post-Minamata Convention guidelines. (who.int)
Most of the dentists (76.3%) were unaware of the proper disposal protocols for dental amalgam and 76.5% were unaware of any guidelines regarding amalgam use and disposal. (who.int)
Conclusion: Although there is gap in knowledge among the dentists when it comes to amalgam disposal, dentists in Pakistan are reducing their use of dental amalgam in accordance with the guidelines of the Minamata Convention. (who.int)
Many studies in the U.S., as well as other countries, have revealed that constant exposure to mercury vapor leads to higher instances of the liver, kidney, and neurological illnesses in dentists and dental assistants. (dmsmiles.com)
The purpose of this study was to provide information regarding the practices, knowledge and attitudes of South African dentists with regard to the management of defective dental amalgam restorations. (uwc.ac.za)
The Environmental Protection Agency's amalgam rule requires that most dentists be in compliance on July 14. (drna.com)
For most dentists, the EPA's ruling means that by July 14, existing offices and practices must have an amalgam separator installed in order to prevent waste from entering stormwater and sewer systems. (drna.com)
It also is safe for use by dentists, as the trace amount of mercury found in dental amalgam fillings is not enough to cause harmful effects. (drna.com)

In the United States, most dental practices are prohibited from disposing amalgam waste down the drain. (wikipedia.org)
Other reasons for the decline in amalgam use include increasing use of sealants and community fluoridation, an expanding selection of fluoride-containing dental products, improved oral hygiene practices, and greater access to dental care. (medic8.com)
These regulations apply to all Massachusetts dental practices and facilities that generate or discharge wastewater from mercury amalgam-related processes. (mass.gov)
Over the past five years, many states have introduced best management practices (BMPs) 5 for dental amalgam waste so that dental offices capture and recycle this waste. (newmoa.org)
These practices can prevent mercury from dental amalgam entering wastewater, wastewater sludge, and solid waste and, therefore, help to reduce the environmental impact of dental amalgam wastes and discharges. (newmoa.org)
Dr. Rehme adds that the IAOMT hopes publicizing the new study will bring about much-needed and long-awaited changes in dental practices involving mercury. (prnewswire.com)
Entitled "What is in the Air: Mercury Vapor Levels in Dental Institutions," the new study highlights how mercury exposure levels at many dental practices and schools greatly exceed U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) maximum exposure thresholds. (naturalnews.com)
While there is no safe level of exposure to mercury, the levels to which the average dental worker or patient is exposed through the air in practices that use mercury fillings is excessive. (naturalnews.com)
But did you know that dental practices are the main source of mercury discharge into publicly owned treatment works (sewage treatment plants)? (dentalproductshopper.com)
There are also changes in patterns of dental caries, largely the result of topical and systematic fluoride, sealant use, improved oral hygiene practices and products and possibly dietary modifications. (qualitydentistry.com)
The Amalgam HoG is said to be NSF certified ISO 11143:2008 and also complies with the American Dental Association's Best Management Practices (BMPs) that protect the dentist, staff and patient. (dentalproductsreport.com)
It will serve as the premier document for dental offices throughout the country to comply with the new EPA rule on amalgam recycling as well as a range of best management practices for the dental profession. (medgadget.com)
However, very few adverse effects are reported and the risk to dental workers has decreased substantially with improvements in the systems used to mix amalgam and in amalgam hygiene practices in general. (greenfacts.org)
Compliance under that rule for most dental practices will be enforced beginning July 14, 2020. (drna.com)
Since then, he continued to publish on the topic of mercury and human health and believed that dental amalgam and other dental practices were responsible for a range of serious diseases. (wikipedia.org)

1 Dental amalgam is a mixture of metals: liquid (elemental) mercury and a powdered alloy composed of silver, tin, and copper. (ada.org)
This discussion of the dental amalgam controversy outlines the debate over whether dental amalgam (the mercury alloy in dental fillings) should be used. (wikipedia.org)
Thus, amalgam (an alloy of mercury with another metal or metals, from the French word amalgame) was invented. (wikipedia.org)
Dental amalgam is a mixture of materials containing powdered alloy, metals and mercury. (brightkite.com)
Also, when using an amalgam alloy for a filling, not as much natural tooth structure has to be removed in order to place the filling. (brightkite.com)
Dental amalgam, used in restorative work for filling teeth, is an alloy that contains silver, tin, copper, other metallic elements, and mercury, which typically makes up about 50 percent of the amalgam. (newmoa.org)
Kerr's Contour Caps Dispersed Phase Alloy are used as a restorative material to treat dental caries. (dentalproductshopper.com)
Dental amalgam is the end result of mixing approximately equal parts of elemental liquid mercury (43 to 54 percent) and a metal alloy powder (57 to 46 percent) composed of silver, tin, copper, and sometimes smaller amounts of zinc, palladium, or indium. (qualitydentistry.com)
To exert greater control over dental amalgam use, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) should regulate elemental mercury and dental alloy as a single product. (qualitydentistry.com)
Though most people think of the word amalgam as meaning any mixture of metals, its original scientific meaning was of a mercury-based metal alloy. (thewealthydentist.com)
Technically accurate, as amalgam is primarily an alloy of those two metals. (thewealthydentist.com)
Genesis is a fast and easy-to-use self-activating amalgam capsule in non-gamma-2 alloy. (dentalproductshopper.com)
No no-mixes,' and another evaluator, in practice for 32 years, reported, 'The amalgam carved well and set in a reasonable time, and the alloy seemed to pack well in the preps. (dentalproductshopper.com)
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is issuing a final rule classifying dental amalgam into class II, reclassifying dental mercury from class I to class II, and designating a special control to support the class II classifications of these two devices, as well as the current class II classification of amalgam alloy. (federalregister.gov)
The special control for the devices is a guidance document entitled, "Class II Special Controls Guidance Document: Dental Amalgam, Mercury, and Amalgam Alloy. (federalregister.gov)
Looking at amalgams we deal with a mixture/alloy of approx. (marioninstitute.org)
Dental amalgam are alloys consisting of liquid mercury and metal alloy of copper, zinc, silver, gold etc. which are used to fill cavities caused by tooth decay. (medgadget.com)
Although binary alloy and ternary alloy lead the segment of alloy metals, the quaternary alloy amalgams is the fastest growing market. (medgadget.com)
Kerr Dental is proud to offer the dental alloy, silver amalgam, in several different formulations. (kerrdental.com)

Mercury-containing amalgam wastes may find their way into the environment when new fillings are placed or old mercury-containing fillings are drilled out and waste amalgam materials that are flushed into chair-side drains enter the wastewater stream. (phoenix.gov)
However, it should be noted that this screening assessment covers exclusively the release of mercury from dental clinics wastewater. (europa.eu)
About half the mercury entering municipal wastewater treatment plants, or about 3.7 tons annually, comes from dental amalgam waste, according to a 2010 EPA estimate. (chicagotribune.com)
On July 14, 2017, the EPA promulgated a new regulation for wastewater discharged from dental facilities: Title 40 of the Code of Federal Regulations Part 441 Dental Category Compliance. (cityofws.org)
The report must be submitted to Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Utilities Industrial Wastewater Control and a copy must be maintained at the dental facility as long as the dental practice is in operation or until ownership is transferred. (cityofws.org)
In addition, as the states with existing programs have found, the amalgam separator rule can be designed to avoid any unnecessary regulatory burdens on states and publicly owned wastewater treatment plants, thereby minimizing costs. (ipen.org)
Dental unit water lines, chair-side traps, and vacuum lines that discharge amalgam process wastewater to a publicly owned treatment works (e.g., municipal sewage system) must not be cleaned with oxidizing or acidic cleaners, including but not limited to bleach, chlorine, iodine and peroxide that have a pH lower than 6 or greater than 8 (i.e. cleaners that may increase the dissolution of mercury). (daytonohio.gov)
If not separated and recycled by a qualified recycler, those large quantities of amalgam produced by dentist offices could end up reaching sewage treatment plants and other wastewater facilities. (drna.com)

These activities can be facilitated by third parties such as dental office suppliers and amalgam separator manufacturers. (phoenix.gov)
Since the Environmental Protection Agency reinstated the amalgam separator mandate in June, CDA-endorsed Solmetex has begun offering deeper discounts to CDA members. (cdaonline.org)
In addition to the ongoing CDA member benefit of a free Hg5 collection container and Hg5 recycle kit (a $338 value), Solmetex is offering a $200 rebate on its NXT Hg5 Amalgam Separator through Dec. 31, 2017. (cdaonline.org)
Install It - Install an amalgam separator to capture up to 95% of the mercury going down the drain. (uiowa.edu)
After four years of research, IDEA chooses SOLMETEX as endorsed amalgam separator provider. (indental.org)
The decision of which amalgam separator to endorse was based on the many features specified in the federal regulations. (indental.org)
And if you act early, you can get a free NXT Hg5 Collection Container with Recycle Kit with your purchase of a Solmetex NXT Hg5 Amalgam Separator . (indental.org)
Dental offices that did not have an amalgam separator installed before July 14, 2017, must have a separator that meets the requirements of the rule in service by July 14, 2020. (daytonohio.gov)
When a separator needs replacement, or the ten-year period has ended and the separator does not meet the standard of the final rule, a dental office must replace it with one that meets the requirements of the final rule. (daytonohio.gov)
The smaller particles enter a high speed centrifugal separator that is highly efficient at removing amalgam particles from our waste water. (craigentinny.co.uk)
In June 2017, though, the EPA again issued a final rule that reinstated the amalgam separator regulation. (drna.com)
Some separator units use a combination of these methods to separate amalgam waste from other waste that enters drains. (drna.com)

The inevitable result of this affair was that silver amalgam was proven to be, "an excellent filling material," and expanded dentistry's, "ability to save teeth. (wikipedia.org)
Therefore, the estimates of exposure derived from the number of filled teeth were considered as reliable as those that might be based on size and position of amalgam fillings, were such data available for the Canadian population. (bio.net)
Amalgam dental restorations which are also known as silver fillings are the number one choice for restoring teeth. (brightkite.com)
Amalgam is very pliable and can withstand the wear and tear of chewing on the posterior teeth, such as molars. (brightkite.com)
Everyone needs to know that dental mercury is risky in your teeth - and dangerous in your community's environment. (toxicteeth.org)
2011 ) estimate that over 180 million Americans carry a total of over one billion restored teeth (based on 2001-2004 population statistics), and that the majority of these restorations are dental amalgam. (springer.com)
Researchers evaluated mercury released from dental amalgam fillings after 7-T and 1.5-T MRI in extracted teeth that were placed in a solution of artificial saliva. (radiologyinfo.org)
OAK BROOK, Ill. - Exposure to ultra-high-strength MRI may release toxic mercury from amalgam fillings in teeth, according to a new study appearing online in the journal Radiology . (radiologyinfo.org)
In a completely hardened amalgam, approximately 48 hours after placing on teeth, mercury becomes attached to the chemical structure, and the surface of the filling is covered with an oxide film layer," said the study's lead author, Selmi Yilmaz, Ph.D., a dentist and faculty member at Akdeniz University in Antalya, Turkey. (radiologyinfo.org)
To learn more, Dr. Yilmaz and colleague, Mehmet Zahit Adişen, Ph.D., evaluated mercury released from dental amalgam after 7-T and 1.5-T MRI in teeth that had been extracted from patients for clinical indications. (radiologyinfo.org)
For example, there's clean scrap amalgam that's left over from a dental procedure and there's contact amalgam that has been in contact with a patients, such as extracted teeth or amalgam captured in a chairside trap. (dentalproductshopper.com)
Does bleaching teeth harm dental work? (animated-teeth.com)
If peroxide tooth-bleaching agents are strong enough to lighten your teeth, you might wonder what effect they may have on your dental restorations. (animated-teeth.com)
In reality, there are a plethora of studies that have documented how a person's existing dental restorations can be affected by the peroxide-based whiteners used to bleach teeth. (animated-teeth.com)
As evidence in support of this opinion, the simple fact that peroxide-based whiteners have been used extensively over the last 30 years by the general population, and no wide-spread clinical issues have yet been observed with composite fillings, and teeth bleaching continues to be promoted by the dental community as a whole, seems to be a confirmation of this point. (animated-teeth.com)
After reading the article, I photographed 50 consecutive teeth on which I had just removed amalgam restorations. (thewealthydentist.com)
80 percent of adults, specifically baby boomers, currently have amalgam fillings that will release from four to 40 micrograms of mercury vapor per day, depending on factors such as the number of fillings, filling size, teeth grinding and the presence of other metals in the mouth. (naturalhealth365.com)
Every day, we do things to encourage the release of mercury vapor from amalgam fillings: chewing gum, eating, drinking hot tea or coffee, having dental work done and getting your teeth cleaned. (naturalhealth365.com)
mercury in the dental amalgam in teeth likewise vaporizes slowly due to the warmth of the oral cavity. (assureasmile.com)
The number of teeth filled with amalgam was recorded, as well as each woman's objective and subjective health status. (doctorspiller.com)
A large percentage of the population of the industrialized world now had at least a few teeth repaired using dental amalgam. (doctorspiller.com)
UK law will be that dental amalgam should not be used in the treatment of deciduous teeth, in children under 15 years-old, and in pregnant or breastfeeding women, except when deemed strictly necessary by a dentist based on the specific medical needs of the patient. (bda.org)
Amalgam and mercury are effective at restoring decayed teeth - especially teeth under heavy chewing loads - however, aren't very natural looking. (cosmeticdentiststoronto.ca)
To address these concerns, our amalgam-free dental solutions allow us to restore problematic teeth in a quick and natural looking way. (cosmeticdentiststoronto.ca)
Despite the ostensible advantages providing the population with a long lasting and easy to handle, almost undemanding teeth restoration material which at the same time shows an exalted breaking resistance and compression strength on a high cost-efficiency level we still need to see the extensive documented list of health hazards connected with amalgams, that you may find in reports on the internet and literature. (marioninstitute.org)
Participants: 72,038 pregnant women with data on the number of teeth filled with dental amalgam. (uib.no)
Results: The absolute risk of perinatal death ranged from 0.20% in women with no amalgam-filled teeth to 0.67% in women with 13 or more teeth filled with amalgam. (uib.no)
After adjustment for potential confounders (mothers' age, education, body mass index, parity, smoking during pregnancy, alcohol consumption during pregnancy) included as categorical variables, there was still an increased risk for perinatal death associated with increasing number of teeth filled with amalgam (ORadj 1.041, 95% CI 1.008 to 1.076, p = 0.015). (uib.no)
By an increased exposure from 0 to 16 teeth filled with amalgam, the model predicted an almost doubled odds ratio (ORadj 1.915, 95% CI 1.12 to 3.28). (uib.no)
In groups with 1 to 12 teeth filled with amalgam the adjusted odds ratios were slightly, but not significantly, increased. (uib.no)
Conclusion: The current findings suggest that the risk of perinatal death could increase in a dose-dependent way based on the mother's number of teeth filled with dental amalgam. (uib.no)
While the available evidence suggests that dental amalgam use has generally declined over recent years, due to more alternative products being offered and used effectively for dental restorations, high-risk individuals, as noted in our recommendations, should discuss alternative products for restoring teeth with their dentist. (theblackvault.com)
Dental health is an extremely important component of general health care and the benefits of amalgam to individuals with decayed teeth far outweigh the very low level of risk associated with allergies. (greenfacts.org)
Amalgams are very strong, cheap and durable and may remain the material of choice for large restorations in back teeth. (greenfacts.org)
Background: Amalgam has been the gold standard for restorations in posterior teeth. (who.int)
Special burs- most dental drills grind teeth or fillings away. (craigentinny.co.uk)

I did see a dentist, but he doesn't believe/and isn't even familiar with the fact that amalgam fillings could be bad for you, and as a result I couldn't trust his advice to just get a normal removal of the filling because he obviously doesn't know much about that matter. (medhelp.org)
Used properly in the hands of a skilled dentist, lasers can be a very effective dental tool. (mercuryfreenow.com)
But until we have more definitive evidence, I feel it is important that you tell your dentist, whether anti- or pro-amalgam, not to direct any laser on your amalgam fillings for any reason. (mercuryfreenow.com)
For that reason, if you have any dental work at all that will be exposed to a whitening process, it's always best to consult with your dentist beforehand, so they can confirm that your potential for complications seems minimal. (animated-teeth.com)
If amalgam is safe, why does my dentist take precautions when handling it? (colgate.com)
Many dentist say most people won't have any problems with dental amalgam. (whdh.com)
When you visit a traditional dentist, you increase your risk of mercury exposure from someone else's procedure, since even a simple dental cleaning will release mercury vapor into your dentist's office. (naturalhealth365.com)
So if you are not ready to replace your amalgam fillings, you should consider finding a biological dentist in your area to reduce your mercury exposure during your dental visits. (naturalhealth365.com)
If you have any amalgam fillings and want to have them removed - be sure that your dentist follows a safe protocol as outlined by the International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology. (naturalhealth365.com)
It is as foolish to refer to amalgam fillings as 'mercury fillings' as it is to refer to composite as 'bisPhenol A bisGMA' fillings," declared a Minnesota dentist. (thewealthydentist.com)
When asked what he liked most about The Pelican Group's Genesis Amalgam Capsules, a West Virginia dentist in practice for 33 years described the material as 'smooth, malleable, and easy to carve and polish. (dentalproductshopper.com)
It is] really good amalgam,' said a California dentist who noted he would definitely purchase the product and recommend it to colleagues. (dentalproductshopper.com)
A California dentist in practice for 28 years noted, 'the amalgam seems [to be] of good quality overall and handles as well as other brands I have used. (dentalproductshopper.com)
namely, amalgam utilization,' noted a Pennsylvania dentist who called Genesis Amalgam Capsules much better than similar products and gave it an overall rating of excellent. (dentalproductshopper.com)
Sumaya Ibraheem, DDS, is a general dentist practicing in New York, and a member of the American Dental Association and New York State Dental Association. (verywellhealth.com)
If you have a cavity that needs to filled and your dentist plans to use amalgam, you may be interested in understanding the benefits and potential risks of this material. (verywellhealth.com)
However, If you really want to have the amalgam fillings removed, find a biological dentist properly trained in mercury filling removal. (intelligentdental.com)
Dr. Steffany Mohan is the Owner of Plaza Dental Group and is a leading dentist in Des Moines, Iowa . (dmsmiles.com)
Huggins contended that the revocation of his license was politically motivated in retaliation for his claims that amalgam fillings caused disease and claimed that he had not worked as a dentist since 1984. (wikipedia.org)

Although it sometimes is called "silver amalgam," amalgam actually consists of a combination of metals. (colgate.com)
Assure a Smile has compiled the latest research that illustrates how mercury from silver amalgam fillings is absorbed into the body, and why it is important to replace silver fillings with white composite fillings . (assureasmile.com)
Doctors Data Incorporated of Chicago, Illinois, measured the saliva of subjects who had silver amalgam fillings and compared it to subjects who had no amalgam fillings. (assureasmile.com)
Their research indicated that patients with silver amalgam fillings had an astonishing 10 times more mercury in their saliva than did patients who had no silver amalgam fillings (iii). (assureasmile.com)
Replacing silver amalgam fillings with white composite fillings is by far the most effective way to greatly reduce mercury exposure. (assureasmile.com)

Dental amalgam is a safe, affordable and durable restorative material. (ada.org)
Dental amalgam has been used as a dental restorative material for over 150 years. (qualitydentistry.com)
We were asked to comment by BBC news online on the story, and we pointed out that dental amalgam fillings have been in use and extensively studied for 150 years as a restorative material, their safety and durability are well established, and it remains the most appropriate material for a range of clinical situations. (bda.org)
Any move to phase out dental amalgam as a low-cost restorative material will have the greatest impact on those most disadvantaged patients, increasing inequalities. (bda.org)
States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the United States Public Health Service have authorized the use of dental amalgam as a restorative material under strict observance of waste management protocols (5). (who.int)
The SCENIHR recognises that dental amalgam is an effective restorative material and is a material of choice for specific restorations. (niom.no)
However, as with any other medical or pharmaceutical intervention, caution should be exercised when considering the placement of any dental restorative material in pregnant women. (niom.no)
Several European nations have outlawed the use of amalgam as a restorative material due to controversies regarding its safety in children, women of childbearing age and individuals with renal disease. (uwc.ac.za)

also, small amounts of Hg are known to be continuously released from dental amalgam fillings. (bmj.com)

Approximately 50% of dental amalgam is elemental mercury by weight. (phoenix.gov)
Dental amalgam is 50% liquid elemental mercury and 50% powdered metals including silver, tin, and copper. (medpagetoday.com)
While high exposure to methylmercury has been linked to permanent damage in children's brains and nervous systems and to increased risk of kidney problems in adults, there's no definitive scientific evidence that links the elemental mercury in dental amalgam to health problems, according to agencies like the World Health Organization, the European Commission and the FDA. (chicagotribune.com)
Dental amalgam, an inter-metallic compound, contains elemental mercury that is emitted in minute amounts as vapor. (qualitydentistry.com)
Mercury is a known toxin, but the elemental mercury in amalgams is significantly less toxic than in other chemical forms. (thewealthydentist.com)
Although exposure to mercury can occur through the environment, vaccines and contaminated foods, the main source of exposure is "silver" dental amalgam fillings - which contain 50 percent elemental mercury. (naturalsolutionsradio.com)
The convention addresses mercury-added products, including dental amalgam, which is made up of approximately 50% elemental mercury by weight, and proposes numerous measures to phase down the use of dental amalgam (7). (who.int)
While there is considerable commonality to the health effects commonly caused by these toxic metals and effects are cumulative and synergistic in many cases, this paper will concentrate on the health effects of elemental mercury from amalgam fillings. (amalgam.org)
The exposure of the general population to mercury is mainly due to fish consumption (organic mercury, methyl mercury) and dental amalgam (elemental mercury, inorganic mercury). (niom.no)
The present Opinion reviews only the toxicology of elemental and inorganic mercury being relevant to amalgam safety considerations. (niom.no)
The elemental mercury vapor released in the mouth by dental amalgam fillings result in higher levels of mercury in urine, blood, and plasma, and levels of inorganic mercury in the brain. (dmsmiles.com)
Elemental mercury (Hg0) from dental amalgam was the focus of this study. (uwc.ac.za)

The policy not only advocates the use of dental amalgam as "safe and effective in treating dental cavities," it goes so far as to say that limiting or curtailing its availability could have negative health consequences, particularly in low-income areas. (mercola.com)
In January 1993, the USPHS published a broad scientific report about the safety and use of dental amalgam and other materials commonly used to fill dental cavities. (medic8.com)
Dental amalgam is a dental filling material used to fill cavities caused by tooth decay. (lexology.com)
There are alternatives to amalgam for filling cavities, such as porcelain, composite resins and cast gold restorations. (dentalplans.com)
The researchers opened two-sided cavities in each tooth and applied amalgam fillings. (radiologyinfo.org)
Dental amalgam is a common material used to fill cavities. (colgate.com)
For filling cavities, dental amalgam is a safe and an effective method. (identalhub.com)
Amalgam fillings are an effective way to replace the area of a tooth that has been destroyed by dental caries (cavities) and to prevent further decay. (verywellhealth.com)
Dental amalgam is the mixture of mercury, silver, tin, copper which is used to fill cavities caused by tooth decay. (daytonohio.gov)

The World Health Organization (WHO), in its Consensus Statement on Dental Amalgam reached a similar conclusion. (medic8.com)
FDI Policy Statement/WHO Consensus Statement on Dental Amalgam. (uiowa.edu)

Supporters claim that it is safe, effective and long-lasting while critics argue that claims have been made since the 1840s that amalgam is unsafe because it may cause mercury poisoning and other toxicity. (wikipedia.org)
Despite mercury's known toxicity, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has failed to take decisive action to protect children and unborn babies from amalgam - even though FDA's own scientific advisory panel concluded that amalgam is not safe for their developing neurological systems, which are most susceptible to mercury's neurotoxic effects. (toxicteeth.org)
Because vapor emitting from amalgam restorations can be absorbed by the patient through inhalation, ingestion, or by other means, concerns have been raised about possible toxicity. (qualitydentistry.com)
If you do a Google search for " dental amalgam mercury " you will be presented with literally hundreds of thousands of results, almost all of them pointing to pages warning of the toxicity of dental amalgam. (doctorspiller.com)
6. Why do you everywhere keep the public in the dark about those two very important most basic points of amalgam toxicity (that measureable amounts of mercury are constantly emitted and that that is the main source of mercury exposure)? (whatdotheyknow.com)
Most patients who suffer from chronic health illnesses linked to mercury toxicity due to amalgam improve or significantly recover after amalgam removal. (dmsmiles.com)
TIME reported the judge's conclusion that Huggins "diagnosed 'mercury toxicity' in all his patients, including some without amalgam fillings. (wikipedia.org)

Many studies on the safety of amalgam fillings have been done. (colgate.com)
Health authorities do not agree on the safety of amalgam fillings. (thewealthydentist.com)
There has been much debate over the safety of amalgam restorations. (intelligentdental.com)
There is concern over the safety of amalgam because it contains mercury, which could be released when a filling is placed, during its functional life, or when it is removed. (intelligentdental.com)

This was despite the known fact that dental amalgam emits mercury vapor after it is implanted in your mouth, and this mercury bioaccumulates and endangers your health in many ways. (mercola.com)
Research shows that the human body absorbs mercury vapor released from dental amalgam, though most studies suggest it's not at a level that could be linked to adverse health effects, except in rare instances of allergic reactions. (chicagotribune.com)
The study further indicates that standard methods appear to be inadequate when assessing mercury exposure during drilling on dental amalgam because these methods do not account for an overlooked source: mercury vapor emitted from particles of the filling that are generated by drilling. (prnewswire.com)
After analysis of the previously published research about mercury releases during amalgam removal, crucial new data is quantified in the latest study on this topic, which is entitled ' Mercury vapor volatilization from particulate generated from dental amalgam removal with a high-speed dental drill - a significant source of exposure . (prnewswire.com)
But based on air tests conducted in five dental offices and three dental supply stores in the Philippines, levels of mercury vapor typically exceed these two limits. (naturalnews.com)
Mercury dental amalgam has a long history of ostensibly safe use despite its continuous release of mercury vapor. (springer.com)
These studies further suggest that the levels of exposure to mercury vapor from dental amalgams may be unsafe for certain subpopulations. (springer.com)
But we do know that heating an amalgam filling will increase the release of mercury vapor. (mercuryfreenow.com)
It showed that when lasers were directed at amalgam fillings, the release of mercury vapor increased. (mercuryfreenow.com)
Very small amounts of mercury in the form of vapor can be released as the amalgam filling wears. (colgate.com)
Scientists agree that dental amalgam fillings slowly release mercury vapor into the mouth. (umich.edu)
Public health studies often make the assumption that mercury in urine (which is composed mostly of inorganic mercury) can be used to estimate exposure to mercury vapor from amalgam fillings. (umich.edu)
These data suggest that in populations that eat fish but lack occupational exposure to mercury vapor, mercury concentrations in urine may overestimate exposure to mercury vapor from dental amalgams. (umich.edu)
This is an important consideration for studies seeking to determine the health risks of mercury vapor inhalation from dental amalgams," said U-M biogeochemist Joel D. Blum, a co-author of the paper and a professor in the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences. (umich.edu)
Specifically, isotopes provide a novel chemical tracer that can be used to "fingerprint" both organic mercury from fish and inorganic mercury vapor from dental amalgams. (umich.edu)
The U-M researchers relied on a type of isotopic fractionation called mass-independent fractionation to obtain the chemical fingerprints that enabled them to distinguish between exposure to methylmercury from fish and mercury vapor from dental amalgam fillings. (umich.edu)
NaturalHealth365 ) Research at the University of Calgary, Faculty of Medicine and other prominent medical schools, have demonstrated that mercury vapor continuously escapes from a dental amalgam and 80 percent of this vapor is immediately absorbed through the lungs and into the bloodstream. (naturalhealth365.com)
Mercury vapor from dental amalgam fillings is the primary source of mercury contamination in most people. (naturalhealth365.com)
An article published in the British Dental Journal (2001) stated that in 15-20 percent of dental offices, the mercury vapor concentration levels were 10 times higher than the current safety limit set by OSHA. (naturalhealth365.com)
2. Covering the face of the patient with a barrier to prevent spattered amalgam particles and mercury vapor from coming in contact with the skin and eyes. (naturalhealth365.com)
Now, we will examine precisely how mercury vapor from dental amalgams gets absorbed into the body. (assureasmile.com)
Evidence suggests that amalgam fillings release trace amounts of mercury vapor that are absorbed by the body. (thewealthydentist.com)
Other research has already confirmed that mercury vapor is continuously released by amalgam fillings, and up to 80 percent of this vapor is immediately absorbed through the lungs where it immediately enters the bloodstream. (naturalnews.com)
As it turns out, amalgam fillings themselves are electrically charged, and these currents encourage the release of mercury vapor. (naturalnews.com)
Mercury (Hg) vapor exposure from dental amalgam has been demonstrated to exceed the sum of all other exposure sources. (nih.gov)
Nylander, M. (1988): The prediction of intake of mercury vapor from amalgams. (whatdotheyknow.com)
Vimy, M.J., Lorscheider, F.L. (1990): Dental amalgam mercury daily dose estimated from intra oral vapor measurements: a predictor of mercury accumulation in human tissues. (whatdotheyknow.com)
Mackert, J.R., Jr. (1987): Factors affecting estimation of dental amalgam mercury exposure from measurements of mercury vapor levels in intra oral and expired air. (whatdotheyknow.com)
Berglund A: An in vitro and in vivo study of the release of mercury vapor from different types of amalgam alloys. (whatdotheyknow.com)
For over 20 years, the FDA has been reviewing scientific literature, monitoring reports and holding public discussions regarding the public health effects of dental amalgam and amalgam-related mercury vapor. (theblackvault.com)
The amalgam releases small amounts of mercury vapor over time. (theblackvault.com)
Dental amalgam-related mercury vapor release may be highest during placement or removal of the filling. (theblackvault.com)
The FDA is not recommending anyone remove or replace existing amalgam fillings in good condition unless it is considered medically necessary because removing intact amalgam fillings can cause a temporary increase in exposure to mercury vapor and the potential loss of healthy tooth structure, potentially resulting in more risks than benefits. (theblackvault.com)
Our reviews and discussions have generally arrived at the same conclusion: while the majority of evidence suggests exposure to mercury vapor from dental amalgam fillings doesn't lead to harmful health effects for most people, there may be some effects in people with certain health issues such as those who are hypersensitive to mercury. (theblackvault.com)

These methods should be applied during preparation for restoration, establishment of an endodontic access opening as performed for root canal treatment, sectioning of a tooth during extraction, and the removal of amalgam fillings in a clinic setting or in a laboratory setting in dental schools. (prnewswire.com)
After removal of amalgam fillings, concentrations of mercury in the body are increased for some days. (dmsmiles.com)
Removal of amalgam fillings caused a significant decrease in mercury waste in the body. (dmsmiles.com)
In a paper published in Alternative Medicine Review in 1998, Huggins claimed that changes in cerebrospinal fluid that are typical for multiple sclerosis remitted after the removal of amalgam fillings and root canals. (wikipedia.org)

The National Institute of Dental & Craniofacial Research at NIH has also provided money to study the safety of dental amalgams and to develop non-mercury alternatives. (medic8.com)
The new program will include educational workshops and hands-on support to help the transition from dental amalgam to safer alternatives, according to the IAOMT. (drbicuspid.com)
These alternatives are usually more costly than traditional amalgam fillings. (newmoa.org)
Mercury-free alternatives are now widely-available [and are] safer and as cost effective as amalgam," said Dr. Lillian Lasaten-Ebuen, president of the International Association of Oral Medicine & Toxicology Philippines (IAOMT-Philippines). (naturalnews.com)
Should anyone else consider alternatives to amalgam fillings? (colgate.com)
The best thing a person can do to avoid these potential problems is to first have all of their amalgam fillings removed and replaced with non-toxic alternatives. (naturalnews.com)
Some patients prefer dental amalgam to other alternatives because of its safety, cost-effectiveness and ability to be placed in the tooth cavity quickly. (knowyourteeth.com)
Are there alternatives to amalgam? (intelligentdental.com)
These uncertainties in the most vulnerable patients are why today we are recommending people who may be at high risk for adverse health effects of mercury exposure use non-mercury alternatives to dental amalgam , such as composite resins and glass ionomer cement fillings. (theblackvault.com)
In the light of new developments and studies on dental amalgam a request was submitted by the Commission to update the SCENIHR opinion produced in 2008 on the safety and performance of both dental amalgam and possible alternatives, such as resin-based composites, glass ionomer cements, ceramics and gold alloys. (niom.no)
This updated 2015 Opinion evaluates the scientific evidence on the potential association between amalgam and possible alternatives and adverse health effects, such as allergies and neurological disorders. (niom.no)
Information on alternatives to amalgam fillings can be found on the website. (craigentinny.co.uk)

Several literature reviews and recent studies have investigated the health effects of dental amalgam. (ada.org)
There are insufficient published data on the potential health effects of dental amalgam specifically to support or refute the diverse variety of health effects attributed to it. (bio.net)
Given the limitations of existing scientific data, a research program should be designed and implemented to fill as many gaps as possible in current knowledge about the potential long-term biological effects of dental amalgam and alternative restorative materials. (qualitydentistry.com)
However, the panel did raise concerns about the lack of knowledge concerning the effects of dental amalgam on specific groups, including pregnant women and small children. (doctorspiller.com)

From the Summer 2017 Journal of the Colorado Dental Association As shared with CDA members in the Winter 2017 Journal of the Colorado Dental Association, the federal Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a final regulation Dec. 15, 2016, regarding the handling of dental amalgam waste. (cdaonline.org)
A position that the U.S. and other Western nations would do good to adopt, the Philippines plans to completely phase out the use of dental amalgams in the health sector by 2016, according to Inquirer News , as the brain-damaging chemical has no legitimate or safe use in health and medicine. (naturalnews.com)
In its 2009 position paper, reaffirmed in 2016, the ADA states 'Studies continue to support the position that dental amalgam is a safe restorative option for both children and adults. (verywellhealth.com)
The research, which was published in 2016 in Journal of Environmental Health Science and Engineering, was the first study to evaluate the effects of WiFi signals on the release of mercury from dental fillings. (naturalsolutionsradio.com)

However, if you speculate your multiple symptoms are related to amalgam filling, replacement of amalgam with composite costs not much. (medhelp.org)
According to the Food and Drug Administration, amalgam is in the same class as gold and composite fillings and does not pose the safety concerns as once thought. (brightkite.com)
A seventeen-year long study published in 2003 found a significantly higher survival time for extensive amalgam restorations than for extensive composite restorations. (brightkite.com)
Patients who have poor oral hygiene are great candidates for amalgam fillings compared to composite fillings. (brightkite.com)
Non-mercury resin and composite materials are substitutes for mercury dental amalgam fillings. (newmoa.org)
Both studies found no difference in neurobehavioral outcomes between the amalgam group and the composite (non-amalgam) group-although in both trials the amalgam group showed a statistically significant increase in urinary mercury levels. (springer.com)
The parent study used a dichotomous exposure metric-amalgam versus composite-which failed to capture the range of exposures within the amalgam group. (springer.com)
Because of the decrease in frequency and size of dental caries, there has been a relative increase in the use of alternative dental restorative materials primarily composite resins. (qualitydentistry.com)
Most of these replacements will require amalgam or other metallic materials, because composite materials often lack sufficient strength or durability to be considered a substitute, but these materials are constantly improving. (qualitydentistry.com)
Porcelain, composite or amalgam restorations. (animated-teeth.com)
Dental Composite restorations (white fillings). (animated-teeth.com)
Composite resin is the type of dental restorative that's most frequently used to create tooth-colored fillings. (animated-teeth.com)
A number of studies have investigated the effect of peroxide-based whiteners on dental composite restorations. (animated-teeth.com)
Amalgam fillings are less expensive than composite fillings. (thewealthydentist.com)
When it comes to your dental composite filling needs, Kerr is the brand you can trust. (kerrdental.com)
Our full family of dental composite products will meet all your bonding needs. (kerrdental.com)
Whether you require a flowable composite, universal dental composite, or Single-Fill™ composite system, Kerr's products provide superior esthetics, handling and excellent results, making dental restorations undetectable. (kerrdental.com)
Our dental curing lights are designed with the latest in technology for optimized polymerization of all of the resin based composite materials used in your dental work. (kerrdental.com)
Indicated for use in both post and core dental build up procedures, the CoreRestore2 can create a solid and longer lasting composite core, with a short curing time. (kerrdental.com)
However, with the development of newer materials such as composite resin, glass ionomer cement (GIC), porcelain and gold, amalgam is used less often than in the past. (intelligentdental.com)
Amalgam is stronger than composite resin (a tooth-colored material) and requires less time in the dentist's chair. (intelligentdental.com)
Because it wears faster than amalgam, composite resin can't be used in every situation. (intelligentdental.com)
Using the information from remake request slips in a dental school's predoctoral clinic, we examined the short-term survival of Class II resin composite restorations versus Class II dental amalgam restorations. (jdentaled.org)
In the student clinic, resin composite is used in approximately 58 percent of Class II restorations placed, and dental amalgam is used in the remaining 42 percent. (jdentaled.org)
In the period examined, Class II resin composite restorations were ten times more likely to be replaced at no cost to the patient than Class II dental amalgam restorations. (jdentaled.org)
A total of eighty-four resin composite restorations and six amalgam restorations were replaced due to an identified failure. (jdentaled.org)
One research study found that resin composite survival may be nearly equal to the survival of amalgam in Class II restorations. (jdentaled.org)
1 Other research has suggested that amalgam survival is far superior to resin composite. (jdentaled.org)
Our study was conducted to determine the short-term survival of Class II resin composite restorations relative to Class II dental amalgam restorations placed by dental students. (jdentaled.org)
Using this remake documentation for the 2010 calendar year, we sought to determine if resin composite appeared to be equal to dental amalgam. (jdentaled.org)
According to the charts we reviewed, there were 2,318 Class II composite restorations and 1,691 Class II amalgam restorations placed in our student clinic during 2010. (jdentaled.org)
reported ninety-four of 346 Class II dental student-placed resin composite restorations had failed (27 percent). (jdentaled.org)
A few U.S. dental schools still do not teach Class II resin composite restorations. (jdentaled.org)

This, the EPA asserts, will significantly reduce the reporting requirements for dental dischargers that would otherwise apply by instead requiring them to demonstrate compliance with the performance standard and BMPs through a one-time compliance report to their Control Authority. (lexology.com)

You should replace amalgam fillings only when they are worn or broken. (intelligentdental.com)

Another plus for using amalgam is used where there is severe tooth damage. (brightkite.com)
Most insurance companies will not cover the costs of having tooth colored fillings placed, which then is another plus for using amalgam. (brightkite.com)
Mercury is used to make dental amalgam because when it is mixed with amalgam powder, the compound it creates is soft enough to press on the tooth. (brightkite.com)
Even though the main purpose of dental lasers is to treat gum disease, detect decay, and prepare a tooth for a filling, lasers can and do come in contact with mercury amalgam fillings. (mercuryfreenow.com)
Metal amalgam fillings have been used for many years but more and more people are choosing to have natural, tooth coloured fillings, which are generally believed to be much safer, as well as more aesthetically pleasing. (cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk)
Do peroxide-based tooth whiteners harm or damage dental work? (animated-teeth.com)
Harmful effects of peroxide tooth whiteners on dental restorations. (animated-teeth.com)
Is Tooth Drilling Necessary in Dental Treatment? (colgate.com)
My biggest concern is with the fact that amalgam imbibes moisture for the first 24 hours after placement and swells internally within the tooth, creating crazes and cracks, ultimately leading to fracture of the tooth (see article by Drs. Assif, Marshak, and Pilo in the JPD 1990 ). (thewealthydentist.com)
High dental filling can lead to pain on biting down, tooth ache and sensitivity and can further lead to TMJ problems, pain in the muscles and headache. (identalhub.com)
The controversy surrounding the safety of dental amalgam-a mixture of metals, including potentially-toxic mercury, used to fill in areas of a tooth where decay has been removed-is decades long. (verywellhealth.com)
On the whole, amalgam is safe, but there are a few things to consider before you or your child receives an amalgam tooth filling. (verywellhealth.com)
The market drivers for dental amalgam include rising cases of tooth decay caused by rise of risk factors such as high sugar diets, fast foods, sedentary lifestyles etc. (medgadget.com)
Dental restorations are placed to restore the function, anatomy and integrity of tooth structure which can be lost due to various reasons such as dental caries, trauma and etc. (intelligentdental.com)
Today, the FDA is issuing updated recommendations concerning dental amalgam and potential risks to certain high-risk individuals that may be associated with these mercury-containing fillings used to restore the missing structure and surfaces of a decayed tooth. (theblackvault.com)
Alternative tooth filling materials can cause allergic reactions in dental workers, mainly when they handle some of the resins which form the basis of many products. (greenfacts.org)
Clearly, if amalgam is our gold standard, then we are falling short with posterior tooth-colored restorations. (jdentaled.org)
Because dental amalgam is neither toothcoloured nor adhesive to remaining tooth tissues, alternative tooth-coloured filling materials have become increasingly used. (niom.no)

The consumer groups who originally sued the agency expressed anger at the ruling, saying the agency reneged on promises to require tougher warnings about mercury-based amalgam, particularly involving children and pregnant women. (medpagetoday.com)
Last September, the FDA advised that high-risk individuals, such as pregnant women, avoid getting amalgam fillings "whenever possible and appropriate. (drbicuspid.com)
In the meantime, some countries have already banned dental amalgam fillings, while others have recently prohibited their use for pregnant women and children. (prnewswire.com)
In view of its hazardous effects on human health and environment, the federal government has restricted the use of mercury dental amalgam for children below 15 and pregnant women. (ipen.org)
The European Union already banned amalgam use for children under age 15, pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers early this year. (ipen.org)
Should pregnant women be concerned about amalgam fillings? (colgate.com)
Research has not shown any health effects from amalgam fillings in pregnant women. (colgate.com)
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has updated its position on dental amalgam by stating that the mercury within the substance may pose risks to pregnant women, fetuses, and children. (contemporarypediatrics.com)
A 2006 advisory panel had concluded that there was inadequate information to judge whether children or pregnant women should altogether avoid the use of dental amalgam fillings. (contemporarypediatrics.com)
There is no evidence to suggest that pre-existing amalgam restorations pose any risk to the health of pregnant women and children both before and after birth. (greenfacts.org)

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency issued last week its pretreatment standards to reduce discharges of mercury from dental offices into publicly owned treatment works (POTWs). (lexology.com)
While this rule establishes pretreatment standards that require dental offices to reduce dental amalgam discharges, the rule does not require Control Authorities to implement the traditional suite of oversight requirements in the General Pretreatment Regulations that become applicable upon the promulgation of categorical pretreatment standards for an industrial category. (lexology.com)
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has promulgated pretreatment standards under the Clean Water Act to reduce discharges of mercury from dental offices into publicly owned treatment works (POTWs). (waco-texas.com)
We urge you to propose a rule to establish effluent guidelines for dental discharges of mercury soon and finalize it by a date certain. (ipen.org)
On September 27, 2010, the Environmental Protection Agency announced its intention to propose and finalize an effluent guideline rule to control dental mercury discharges by 2012. (ipen.org)
On July 14, 2017, the U.S. EPA promulgated the Dental Effluent Guidelines to reduce discharges of mercury from dental offices into publicly owned treatment works (POTW) (e.g., water reclamation plant and sewer system). (daytonohio.gov)

The date that existing dental facilities subject to the rule must comply with the standards in the rule is July 14, 2020. (phoenix.gov)
Existing dental offices must comply by July 14, 2020. (waco-texas.com)
While there is no all-encompassing method to notify the entire dental community, Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Utilities sent letters to all known dental offices in January 2020 in an effort to ensure that its customers were aware of the requirements well before the final compliance date. (cityofws.org)
Parties to Minamata Convention on mercury are obliged to phase out mercury in products, including dental amalgam, by 2020. (ipen.org)

Global Dental Amalgam Market Report initiates with a fundamental blueprint of the industry which includes definitions, overview, Dental Amalgam Market categorizations, applications and Supply Chain structure. (medgadget.com)
Global dental amalgam market, on the basis of region, is divided into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific and Middle East, and Africa. (medgadget.com)
According to a recent study report published by the Market Research Future, the global dental amalgam market is expected to gain eminence over the forecast period. (medgadget.com)

Although most dental offices currently use some type of basic filtration system to reduce the amount of mercury solids passing into the sewer system, dental offices are the single largest source of mercury at sewage treatment plants according to the Environmental Protection Agency. (phoenix.gov)
On June 9, 2017, the Environmental Protection Agency enacted the Dental Amalgam Rule in an effort to reduce the amount of mercury introduced to the environment by dental amalgam. (phoenix.gov)
The agency says the amount of mercury in patients with dental amalgam fillings is well below levels associated with adverse health effects. (medpagetoday.com)
Mercury Use in Dental Amalgam" summarizes the use of mercury in dental amalgam, including the total amount of mercury amalgam sold in the U.S. in 2001, 2004, and 2007. (newmoa.org)
The information may not represent the entire universe of dental amalgam sold in the U.S. The IMERC-member states continuously receive new information from mercury-added product manufacturers, and the data presented in this Fact Sheet may underestimate the total amount of mercury sold in this product category. (newmoa.org)
Table 1 presents the total amount of mercury sold in dental amalgam in 2001, 2004, and 2007. (newmoa.org)
The serum levels of mercury result from a combination of the number of amalgam fillings in the patients' mouths and the amount of mercury derived from the food, water and air consumed by the patient. (doctorspiller.com)
The amount of mercury in feces derived from amalgam was not selective for any resistance factors in aerobic gram-negative bacteria, but antimicrobial resistance was widespread even among healthy subjects with no recent exposure to antibiotics. (asm.org)
Furthermore, according to research on amalgam fillings by the CDC, that amount of mercury can lead to kidney and reproductive health problems. (dmsmiles.com)

Using an interdisciplinary approach, the current position in the dental amalgam controversy and the potential impact of amalgam mercury on human health are reviewed. (nih.gov)
J. E. Dodes, "The amalgam controversy. (hindawi.com)
The controversy over amalgam centers on how much mercury fillings released and how much the body absorbs. (colgate.com)
The controversy over the damage caused by ingested mercury from amalgam fillings had been raging since the early nineteenth century. (doctorspiller.com)
The Minamata Convention on Mercury: attempting to address the global controversy of dental amalgam use and mercury waste disposal. (semanticscholar.org)
Huggins began to promote his ideas in the 1970s and played a major role in generating controversy over the use of amalgam. (wikipedia.org)

Effects caused by allergic hypersensitivity to amalgam or mercury, including possible auto- immune reactions, can not be adequately addressed by any proposed tolerable daily intake. (bio.net)
Individuals suspecting possible allergic or auto-immune reactions should avoid the use of amalgam selecting suitable alternate materials in consultation with dental care (and possibly health care) professionals. (bio.net)
In 1994, an international conference of health officials concluded there is no scientific evidence that dental amalgam presents a significant health hazard to the general population, although a small number of patients had mild, temporary allergic reactions. (medic8.com)
They wrote: 'Amalgam restorations are safe and cost-effective…Components in dental restorative materials, including amalgam, may, in rare instances, result in local side-effects or allergic reactions. (medic8.com)
The USPHS concluded that data in these studies did not support claims that individuals with dental amalgam restorations will experience problems, including neurologic, renal or developmental effects, except for rare allergic or hypersensitivity reactions. (medic8.com)
In rare cases, people have allergic reactions to the mercury in amalgam. (colgate.com)
People allergic to amalgam can receive other filling materials. (colgate.com)
A 2004 review of the scientific literature conducted for the U.S. Public Health Service found "insufficient evidence of a link between dental mercury and health problems, except in rare instances of allergic reaction. (doctorspiller.com)
Official guidance from Government states that there is no justification for removing these fillings as a precaution, except in those patients properly diagnosed as having allergic reactions to amalgam, a rare situation. (bda.org)
Some local adverse effects are occasionally seen with dental amalgam fillings, including allergic reactions. (greenfacts.org)
Allergic reactions and other local effects are occasionally seen in individuals with amalgam fillings. (greenfacts.org)
Therefore it is safer to leave the filling in place unless the patient has an allergic reaction to dental amalgam . (greenfacts.org)
There is no general justification for unnecessarily removing clinically satisfactory amalgam restorations, except in those patients diagnosed as having allergic reactions to one of the amalgam constituents. (niom.no)

The EPA recently announced the compliance effective date of July 14, 2017 for regulation entitled "Effluent Limitations Guidelines and Standards for Dental Offices. (dentalproductshopper.com)
Dental Amalgam Market is expected to reach $ 500 million by the end of 2023, this market is projected to growing at a CAGR of ~ 5 % during 2017-2023. (medgadget.com)
Dental offices that were new at the time of the June 2017 final ruling had to comply with the standards by July 14, 2017. (drna.com)

Most Americans have dental restorations, and many of those restorations are dental amalgam, known as "silver" fillings. (springer.com)
Fillings made with amalgam also are known as silver fillings. (colgate.com)

For decades, our non-profit organization has been concerned about this issue and collected research about amalgam fillings, all of which contain approximately 50% mercury, a known neurotoxin,' explains IAOMT President Michael Rehme , DDS, NMD. (prnewswire.com)
Amalgam consists of approximately 50 percent mercury, a known toxin. (radiologyinfo.org)
Amalgam consists of approximately 50 percent mercury, a known toxin that can cause a host of harmful effects in humans. (radiologyinfo.org)

A 2011 reanalysis used an exposure metric based on amalgam size and years of exposure-and found a significant association between amalgam and the porphyrin biomarkers for mercury-related enzyme blockage (Geier et al. (springer.com)
Results were generally reassuring, and provide only limited evidence of an association between amalgam and disease. (prohealth.com)

The rule will add more federal compliance costs to already tight dental office budgets. (lexology.com)
EPA expects compliance with this final rule will annually reduce the discharge of mercury by 5.1 tons as well as 5.3 tons of other metals found in waste dental amalgam to POTWs. (lexology.com)
The compliance date for new dental offices ("new sources") is the effective date of the rule. (waco-texas.com)
Included with this letter was a Dental Effluent Fact Sheet and a One-Time Compliance Report . (cityofws.org)
In addition, the rule requires dental offices to submit a one-time compliance report to the control authority and requires the facility to record-keeping requirements. (victoriapubliclibrary.org)
Is your dental practice in compliance with the EPA's rule? (drna.com)

if amalgam fillings are the problem, would taking something like Spirulina or Chlorella help slow down these symptoms until I'm able to get the fillings removed? (medhelp.org)
When patients have amalgam fillings removed, their mercury exposure initially spikes (as a result of exposure during removal), then gradually decreases. (thewealthydentist.com)
Should I have my amalgam fillings removed? (intelligentdental.com)

Amalgam restorations have not been found to be associated with adverse health effects. (ada.org)
The 2006 draft White Paper and 2009 Addendum constitute FDA's final White Paper, which concludes "that there is insufficient evidence to support an association between exposure to mercury from dental amalgams and adverse health effects in humans, including sensitive subpopulations. (ada.org)
In 2004, the LSRO completed a review of the literature published from 1996 to December 2003 on potential adverse human health effects caused by dental amalgam. (ada.org)
The adverse effect of amalgam filling is not substantiated yet. (medhelp.org)
The risk of adverse side-effects is very low for all types of restorative materials, including amalgam and all resin-based materials. (medic8.com)
Dental amalgams have been used for over 150 years with no overt adverse effects. (thefreelibrary.com)
Nevertheless, a 1991 American Dental Association survey of 1,000 adults found that 50% thought amalgam restorations might have adverse effects (Gerbert et al. (thefreelibrary.com)
The new measures being adopted by the UK Government are for environmental protection reasons and do not reflect any evidence-based concerns about adverse human health issues for patients who have dental amalgam fillings. (bda.org)
In some scientific reports the presence of dental amalgam has been suggested to be associated with a variety of systemic adverse effects, particularly developmental neurotoxicity as well as neurological and psychological or psychiatric diseases. (niom.no)
Recent studies do not indicate that dental personnel in general, despite somewhat higher exposures than patients, suffer from adverse effects that could be attributed to mercury exposure due to dental amalgam. (niom.no)

The FDA's action is the latest development in a long and contentious battle involving the agency, the American dental establishment, and a variety of consumer and environmental groups who argue that mercury-based amalgam fillings are potentially harmful. (medpagetoday.com)
NaturalNews) The dangers associated with mercury-based dental fillings are not isolated to just the individuals who receive them, says a new study recently published by the environmental justice group BAN Toxics (BT). (naturalnews.com)
Natural News ) Do you have amalgam (mercury-based) cavity fillings in your mouth? (naturalnews.com)
And, although the American Dental Association continues to insist that mercury-based 'silver' fillings are safe, natural health experts have long warned that micro-levels of this highly-toxic substance can be released into the body, with grave health consequences. (naturalsolutionsradio.com)
Surprising to most people, dental amalgam fillings or mercury-based silver fillings contain above 50 percent mercury, which is an extremely toxic heavy metal. (dmsmiles.com)

On Dec. 15, the federal Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a final regulation regarding the handling of dental amalgam waste. (cdaonline.org)

A number of scientific journals and national health associations , 8 including the Alzheimer's Association and American Cancer Society, also have made official statements regarding the safe use of dental amalgam. (ada.org)
The first draft, submitted in 2006, reviewed literature published between 1997 and 2006 to identify contributions made to the understanding of human health risks posed by exposure to mercury in dental amalgam. (ada.org)
In addition to their claims of possible health and ethical issues, opponents of dental amalgam fillings claim amalgam fillings contribute to mercury contamination of the environment. (wikipedia.org)
The World Health Organization (WHO) reports that health care facilities, including dental offices, account for as much as 5% of total waste water mercury emissions. (wikipedia.org)
The World Health Organization recommends a global phase out of dental mercury in the WHO's 2009 report on "Future Use of Materials For Dental Restorations, on the basis of aiming for a general reduction of the use of mercury in all sectors, and on the basis of environmental impacts of mercury product production. (wikipedia.org)
It is the position of the FDI World Dental Federation as well as numerous dental associations and dental public health agencies worldwide that amalgam restorations are safe and effective. (wikipedia.org)
Preface This report has been prepared in response to concerns that exposure to mercury from dental amalgam may adversely impact on health. (bio.net)
Recent reviews (USDHHS 1993, Swedish National Board of Health, 1994) have concluded that there is no evidence to suggest that dental amalgam, specifically, is injurious to health. (bio.net)
However, the data base relating health impacts in humans or animals to amalgam specifically is small and weak. (bio.net)
This suggests that indirect evidence relating mercury vapour exposure (the predominant form of mercury released by dental amalgam) to human health effects (for which a large data base exists) is a necessary basis for an evaluation of the possible health risks of dental amalgam. (bio.net)
Instead, this report focuses on studies which report on health effects in dental care practitioners and other occupational groups exposed to relatively low levels of mercury. (bio.net)
In November the American Public Health Association (APHA) issued a preliminary policy statement affirming that dental amalgam is "safe" and its contribution to environmental mercury contamination "minimal. (mercola.com)
Some believe the ADA is using APHA's resolution as a way to derail the World Health Organization's (WHO) new policy to 'phase down' amalgam - and influence negotiators who are considering incorporating the WHO policy into a global legally binding treaty on mercury when they meet for the final time in Geneva in mid-January. (mercola.com)
Although there is international agreement that the scientific data do not confirm the presence of a significant health hazard, several countries restrict the use of dental amalgams or have recommended limitations on their use. (medic8.com)
1. According to the Scientific Committee on Emerging and Newly Identified Health Risks (Scenihr) final opinion adopted on 6 May 2008, there is no scientific evidence to support a connection between dental amalgam and conditions such as Alzheimer's, autism and developmental disorders in children. (europa.eu)
Regarding the environmental risk and indirect health effect of dental amalgam, according to the opinion of the Scientific Committee on Health and Environmental Risks (SCHER), also published on 6 May 2008, the main environmental concern of dental amalgams is methyl mercury. (europa.eu)
The indirect exposure of humans to methyl mercury from dental amalgams is well below tolerable limits, thus indicating a low risk for serious health effects based on predicted contribution of amalgam uses to body burdens of methyl mercury. (europa.eu)
The fact that the Commission did not oppose the Danish measure in 2002 does not imply any recognition of health risks for patients caused by mercury in dental amalgam. (europa.eu)
Global consensus on that issue has led some anti-mercury crusaders, who long have sought to ban the material from dental products because of health concerns, to shift their focus to a fight they think they have a better chance of winning. (chicagotribune.com)
But on amalgam , like on many health issues affecting our lives in recent years, FDA has been AWOL - focusing on blocking Americans' access to products Americans want and need and which are not harmful, instead of doing its legal duties. (mercola.com)
Dental amalgam, in widespread use for over 150 years, is one of the oldest materials used in oral health care. (qualitydentistry.com)
At present, there is scant evidence that the health of the vast majority of people with amalgam is compromised, nor that removing amalgam filings has a beneficial effect on health. (qualitydentistry.com)
It also is recognized that a total conversion from dental amalgam to alternative materials would cause a significant increase in U.S. health care costs. (qualitydentistry.com)
In an advisory note F. No. 2-1/2018- Director (Inst) issued on Thursday, September 27, the Ministry of National Health Services, Regulation and Coordination has directed all the health departments in four provinces and Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) and Gilgit-Baltistan not to prefer or restrict the dental mercury amalgam fillings for children and pregnant and breastfeeding women. (ipen.org)
SDPI is hopeful to eliminate mercury dental amalgam use not only for children and pregnant and breastfeeding women, but also public in general across the country to safeguard their health. (ipen.org)
According to the FDA, clinical studies in adults and children ages 6 and above have found no link between dental amalgam fillings and health problems. (thewealthydentist.com)
Dental Amalgam: A Health Risk? (colgate.com)
If you have chemical or environmental sensitivity and are removing amalgam fillings, work with a nutritionist or naturopath to come up with a health plan based on your specific needs, to avoid any negative reactions. (naturalhealth365.com)
Two MA Bills have been filed to protect the public from undisclosed health risks of mercury dental amalgam. (voiceamerica.com)
Laura has met with the MA Dept. of Public Health and Executive Office of Health & Human Services to discuss broader reforms to integrate dental plans into health care and make it subject to medical necessity, patient rights and data-driven outcomes. (voiceamerica.com)
Laura has a Warrant before Sharon Town Meeting asking President Obama for a Surgeon General Report on Dental Amalgam and Mercury Health Risks. (voiceamerica.com)
In 2002, Møller wrote to members of the European Parliament and to Health and Environment Commissioner David Byrne , pointing out the dangers of a continued use of mercury in dental fillings. (newmediaexplorer.org)
Mercury amalgam dental fillings can be toxic to your health. (needs.com)
The American Dental Association (ADA) and other health organizations assert amalgam is safe for most patients, although there is a small group of people for whom alternative filling materials may be safer. (verywellhealth.com)
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there is little scientific evidence that the health of the vast majority of people with dental amalgam is compromised, nor that removing amalgam fillings has a beneficial effect on health. (doctorspiller.com)
The panel generally agreed that there is no evidence that dental amalgams cause health problems in the majority of the population. (doctorspiller.com)
Because of their release of mercury, dental amalgam restorations have been highlighted as a possible source of different health disturbances and have been the root of vigorous debate. (doctorspiller.com)
Once we have inspected your mouth and gone over your needs and goals, we can craft a personalized treatment plan to boost your dental health. (cosmeticdentiststoronto.ca)
should not avoid seeking dental care, but should discuss options with their health practitioner. (contemporarypediatrics.com)
The updated warning can be found on the FDA's Center for Devices and Radiological Health section of their website (http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/consumer/amalgams.html). (contemporarypediatrics.com)
However, there is very little evidence for direct health effects related to amalgam fillings. (bmj.com)
Dozens of patients also detailed how their health deteriorated after getting amalgams. (drbuttar.com)
The environmental risks and indirect health effects of mercury in dental amalgam ", an opinion produced in 2008 by the SCHER (Scientific Committee on Health and Environmental Risks) of the European Commission. (greenfacts.org)
The SCENIHR Opinion on "The safety of dental amalgam and alternative dental restoration materials for patients and users" and the SCHER Opinion on "The environmental risks and indirect health effects of mercury in dental amalgam" were published by the two Scientific Committees of the European Commission on 8 May 2008 following a public consultation procedure. (greenfacts.org)
Warning: Cell phone use and MRIs put your health at risk The study built on earlier research evaluating the effects of cell phone and MRI exposure on dental fillings. (naturalsolutionsradio.com)
6.1 What is the scientific evidence linking dental amalgams to health problems? (greenfacts.org)
Our chart review involved only adult and adolescent patient records because children are not treated in the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio (UTHSCSA) Dental School predoctoral clinic. (jdentaled.org)
A large epidemiological study, NHANES III, by the National Institute for Health found a significant correlation between several chronic health conditions and having more than average number of dental amalgam surfaces. (amalgam.org)
Amalgam dental fillings are the largest mercury exposure for most people, and daily exposure often exceeds government health guidelines. (amalgam.org)
DAMS is currently working with thousands of people in the U.S. dealing with serious health effects caused by exposure to mercury from amalgam and urges everyone to find out more about this major problem and to get involved in resolving these health safety issues. (amalgam.org)
DAMS can provide information and help to anyone who is interested or who thinks they might have health problems related to their amalgam fillings. (amalgam.org)
Currently in the EU, there is a shift away from the use of dental amalgam in oral health care towards an increased use of alternative materials. (niom.no)
The SCENIHR Opinion "The safety of the use of bisphenol A in medical devices" (2015) concluded that release of BPA from some dental materials was associated with only negligible health risks. (niom.no)
The Dental Amalgam Mercury Solutions, a non-profit organization, has reported that people with amalgam fillings are at a much higher risk of many chronic health disorders. (dmsmiles.com)
In large quantities, though, such as the quantities that without separation a dental practice would release over time into its waste, could pose a potential health and environmental risks due to the mercury that it contains. (drna.com)
In 2002, the National Council Against Health Fraud examined these claims and concluded "there is no scientific evidence that amalgam fillings cause or contribute to the development of these diseases. (wikipedia.org)

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There is no conclusive answer except that the market of dental filling materials offers a vast variety of much more credible and unequivocally better substances in a sense of outmatching biocompatibility like high content gold alloys, ceramics and certain plastic respectively cement materials, regarding the aspect of temporarily or definite solutions. (marioninstitute.org)
Another development has been the replacement of zinc with the amalgam alloys. (medgadget.com)
As an added convenience, these dental alloys work with any amalgamator, so no new equipment is required. (kerrdental.com)

If improperly managed by dental offices, dental amalgam waste can be released into the environment. (phoenix.gov)
Recycle It - Select a responsible dental amalgam recycler who can manage your waste amalgam safely from the list of recyclers below. (uiowa.edu)
The new RAMVAC® Amalgam HoG from DentalEZ is said to be a high efficiency filtration system designed to safely and effectively remove harmful waste in an environmentally responsible manner. (dentalproductsreport.com)
Most of the claims against dental amalgam rely on the 1989 classification of scrap dental amalgam as an environmental waste contaminant. (doctorspiller.com)
All anti-amalgamist arguments against dental amalgam rely exclusively on the EPA classification of waste dental amalgam as an environmental contaminant. (doctorspiller.com)
The dental school has made it a long standing practice to carefully collect and properly dispose of its amalgam waste. (oda.org)
However, there is no doubt that high levels of mercury are toxic and dental practitioners must handle it with care so that the local and general environment is not contaminated with either mercury or waste amalgam. (intelligentdental.com)
Although dental amalgam is safe to use, it does contribute to the mercury waste in the environment. (who.int)
around 270-348 tons of mercury is used in dental procedures global y, 70-100 tons of which enters the solid waste stream worldwide (8). (who.int)
In all we filter, separate and remove remove nearly 99% of all of our amalgam waste by weight from our waste water before it leaves the building. (craigentinny.co.uk)
We will explore more about why keeping amalgam waste from those systems is important later in this blog post. (drna.com)
The ADA is on board with the regulation, having called it "a fair and reasonable approach to the management of dental amalgam waste. (drna.com)
This is why the EPA has focused on regulating dental amalgam waste. (drna.com)

The resulting report 11 states that, "The current data are insufficient to support an association between mercury release from dental amalgam and the various complaints that have been attributed to this restoration material. (ada.org)
The Safety of Dental Amalgam and Alternative Dental Restoration Materials for Patients and Users May 6, 2008. (uiowa.edu)
Because of the material's high compressive strength, use of Genesis Amalgam Capsules ensures a tough and durable restoration while also reducing the risk of fracturing. (dentalproductshopper.com)
The amalgam-free dental services that we offer bonded fillings , dental crowns , porcelain veneers , dental bridges , non-surgical gum therapy , root canal therapy , and implant restoration . (cosmeticdentiststoronto.ca)
This core build up dental system includes CoreForms, which can assist in forming core shapes to reduce time and effort associated with the restoration. (kerrdental.com)
In a 2008 study, participants were randomly divided into two groups, with one group receiving standard dental restoration work using mercury amalgam. (naturalsolutionsradio.com)
Removal should be considered based on objective evidence of symptomatic lichenoid tissue changes in apposition to or close to a dental metal restoration. (healthy.co.nz)
Even though criteria for the selection of 'faulty' restorations often appear ill-defined, subjective and/or variable restoration replacement is a major component of dental practice in developed countries (Brennan and Spencer, 2006). (uwc.ac.za)

So instead of letting parents know that their child is getting a dose of the most toxic and the most volatile of the heavy metals, the FDA stood as the silent partner of the pro-mercury American Dental Association. (mercola.com)
The exposure to toxic mercury vapors in dental institutions is unnecessary and preventable," says Attorney Richard Gutierrez, executive director of BT, about the shocking findings. (naturalnews.com)
most of them filled with dental amalgam, a mixture of metals that's 50-percent liquid mercury, a naturally occurring element that's highly toxic. (whdh.com)
ANN ARBOR-A common test used to determine mercury exposure from dental amalgam fillings may significantly overestimate the amount of the toxic metal released from fillings, according to University of Michigan researchers. (umich.edu)
There is a large body of clinical evidence and scientific study that demonstrates the toxic effects of dental mercury. (needs.com)
Although research findings regarding safe levels of the metal has had mixed results, at one time the consensus largely was that dental amalgam fillings may be toxic for everyone and should be replaced by a safer dental filling material. (verywellhealth.com)
The saliva of people with amalgams contains 3 times higher values of methylmercury, a high toxic, organic compound of mercury, than people with no amalgam fillings. (marioninstitute.org)
GAITHERSBURG, Maryland (Reuters) - Critics of dental fillings that contain mercury said they should be banned or not implanted unless patients give consent and acknowledge the toxic metal. (drbuttar.com)
Mercury, commonly used in dental amalgam fillings, is one of the most toxic substances on the planet. (naturalsolutionsradio.com)
Huggins convened a conference on the biocompatibility of dental materials at the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs, with the assistance of a foundation called the Toxic Element Research Foundation that, according to Time magazine, is used by Huggins to promote his views. (wikipedia.org)

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Strength and microstructure of gallium alloys. (4/195)

Management of extensive carious lesions in permanent molars of a child with nonmetallic bonded restorations--a case report. (5/195)

Mercury evaporation from amalgams with varied mercury contents. (6/195)

Biological monitoring and exposure to mercury. (7/195)

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Dental workplace exposure and effect on fertility. (1/195)

Cadmium, mercury, and lead in kidney cortex of the general Swedish population: a study of biopsies from living kidney donors. (2/195)

Resistance to mercury and antimicrobial agents in Streptococcus mutans isolates from human subjects in relation to exposure to dental amalgam fillings. (3/195)

Strength and microstructure of gallium alloys. (4/195)

Management of extensive carious lesions in permanent molars of a child with nonmetallic bonded restorations--a case report. (5/195)

Mercury evaporation from amalgams with varied mercury contents. (6/195)

Biological monitoring and exposure to mercury. (7/195)

HLA-association in patients with intolerance to mercury and other metals in dental materials. (8/195)

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