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The metal used for fillings now is called Amalgam. Amalgam is made up a combination of copper, tin, silver, Zinc and about 50% Mercury. of There is also composite resin which is a combination of fine glass and plastic.

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Mercury is commonly used as a tooth filling. Fillings may also be made out of epoxy or other things.

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Dental Amalgam is used for teeth fillings.

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Why is it problematic to change large old amalgam fillings to composite fillings?

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