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What are Amalgams?
Amalgams are a type of material used in dentistry to fill cavities. They are made from a combination of metals such as silver, tin, copper, and mercury. Amalgam fillings have been used for many years due to their durability and strength.
Why is mercury used in fillings?
Dental amalgam is an acceptable material for dental fillings. It lasts a long time (15-20 years), it is very affordable, and it is easy to use. On the down side, amalgam is not cosmetic, and eventually all amalgam fillings fail and must be replaced. There are more modern materials that can be matched to the color of the tooth being filled. Some dentists have expressed concern over the possible toxic effects of mercury leaking from the amalgam. However, considering the BILLIONS of amalgam fillings that have been placed over the past century, it has not been scientifically established that amalgam poses a significant health threat. Nevertheless, you can find several websites that trumpet the horrors of alleged mercury poisoning from amalgam fillings. On a personal note, it has been my experience that dentists who encourage patients to remove all their amalgam fillings and replace them with 'non-toxic' fillings are looking to line their own pockets with gold. If a filling is clearly failing, that is one thing, but to remove a perfectly functioning amalgam (and remove more tooth structure in the process) is, in my opinion, irresponsible and unethical. Today, many dental offices are 'mercury-free'. and that is fine. As the costs of alternative materials come down, eventually amalgam fillings will simply be a quaint sidebar in the history books of dentistry.
What are the symptoms of aluminum poisoning?
It has never been demonstrated that there any such thing as 'amalgam poisoning'. In extremely rare cases, people have been shown to be allergic to one or more components of amalgam, but that is not the same as amalgam poisoning.There are numerous websites and publications that try to make the claim that amalgam is toxic and dangerous. Nevertheless, the empirical evidence indicates amalgam fillings are extremely safe and adequate as dental restorations.Consider this: Over the past 150 years, there have literally been billions of amalgam fillings placed in hundreds of millions of teeth in hundreds of millions of mouths throughout the world. If there was a significant health risk associated with amalgam fillings, it would have shown up by now at least in the millions. This simply is not the case.If amalgam fillings were the cause of even half of what many people claim, it would be simple enough to demonstrate. All that would have to be done is collect health data on a few thousand people who have amalgam fillings. Then do the same with a few thousand people who have never had amalgam fillings. Then compare the data from the two groups. After allowing for age, sex, race, geography, and nutrition, if amalgam fillings are responsible for anything from Alzheimer's to Aids to Zebra stripes, it will show up clearly in the amalgam group and not in the control group. If not, then amalgam fillings are not the culprit.Take the advice of Consumers Union who did an in-depth investigation into the claims that amalgam fillings were dangerous: If a dentist tells you all your amalgam fillings need to be replaced due to toxicity or some obscure medical condition, hold on to your wallet. The dentist is trying to line his pockets with gold. An "amalgam" is made from mercury mixed with other metals (silver, zinc, etc), and mercury poisoning is not all that rare. If something has been used over 150 years, those that use it are not going to be extremely willing to change. If your dentist suggests you replace your fillings, but all means consult other experts, but include a medical doctor. You may be one of those 'rare' persons whose exposure to even a small amount of mercury is a serious health risk.
What does a dentist use to fill a cavity?
Traditional fillings are a mercury/silver mixture. These are the fillings everyone is used to seeing. On average these fillings will last 10-15 years in an adult, but they can fall out, and need to be replaced. Resin fillings are coloured to match your tooth, and have half the life-span of traditional fillings, however more people are opting to go with this type of filling for both cosmetic and health reasons, over recent concerns about mercury content in traditional silver fillings.
What is permanent dental fillings?
Permanent dental fillings are restorative materials used to repair teeth that have been damaged by decay, cracks, or wear. These fillings are designed to last for many years and can be made from various materials, including composite resin, amalgam, gold, or ceramics. The procedure involves cleaning out the affected area of the tooth and then filling it with the chosen material to restore its structure and function. Permanent fillings help prevent further decay and maintain oral health.
Can you treat a metal allergy so you can wear your wedding band?
Nickel allergy is one of the most frequent metal allergies and in some countries 1 in 3 women are affected. But nickel is mostly present in "cheap" jewellery and wedding bands more often contain silver, gold or platinum. Allergy to these metals is less common and has probably developed due to metal exposure through dental metal fillings such as amalgam (silver fillings) or gold crowns. If metal fillings are removed and replaced by metal-free fillings, the allergy can disappear and jewellery can be tolerated again (however this may take years). Unfortunately there is no real treatment for nickel allergy apart from completely removing the allergen (ie nickel). If your wedding band contains nickel then you could consider getting it rhodium plated - however this will wear off and need to be replated.
How can two or more dental filllings go bad at one time?
Amalgam dental fillings are typically expected to last 5-10 years, although many have lasted much longer. If two or more fillings are placed in a mouth at the same time, it is reasonable to expect that those fillings will probably wear out at about the same time.
What effects do cola have on your teeth?
ive been drinking diet coke daily for the past couple of years and my teeth are white and i have never had any fillings, however my teeth are quite sensitive and feel slightly sore if i eat or drink cold things.
Is it true that if you have a filling that tooth will go bad again in 5 years no matter how good you take care of it?
No, that isn't true. Most fillings do need to be replaced eventually, but it depends on a lot of things. Just because you have a filling doesn't mean that tooth will always get decay. I personally have had fillings for over ten years and they are still good fillings and I have never had any problems with those teeth.
How many years of marriage is the silver anniversary?
25 years
What years did quarter have silver in them?
Quarters and dimes used to have silver in them, although they do not nowadays. The years that quarters had silver in them were any years before 1965.
What price was silver 15 years ago?
What price was silver 15 years ago
