White Fillings or Amalgam Fillings?

Amalgam is an alloy of mercury with various metals used for dental fillings.

It commonly consists of 

• mercury 50%
  
• silver 22-32%
• tin 14%
• copper 8% 
• plus other trace metals

In the 1800's, amalgam became the dental restorative material of choice due to its low cost, ease of application, strength, and durability. Recently however, its popularity has diminished somewhat.  Concern for:- 

• aesthetics
• environmental pollution
• health

And the availability of improved, reliable, composite materials have all contributed.

In particular, concerns about the toxicity of mercury have made its use increasingly controversial.

Amalgam fillings have to be removed safely to ensure you are not poisoned, when you decide to have your amalgam fillings removed call Appledore on 01344 481 544       

Amalgam filling

Removed and replaced with an
Appledore composite filling

  

Appledore Do Not Use Amalgam As It Is Toxic                        

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