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Poison in the Mouth — The Dangers of Dental Amalgam

February 10, 2010 by admin  
Filed under Dentistry, Hot Topics, Mercury Toxicity, News, Videos

This video clip provides a great basis for the science behind the concern over mercury amalgam fillings. Proponents of mercury in dentistry will often argue that there is no research that shows that mercury amalgam is dangerous. That same argument was made about asbestos 20 years ago — that it’s safe until proven hazardous.

This video — clipped from the BBC’s Poison in the Mouth — provides the science behind the hazard.

Dental amalgams were first introduced in 1833 but many dentists refused to implant them due to the mercury. In 1843, the American Society of Dental Surgeons declared the use of dental amalgam a malpractice(!) and forced its members to abstain from using amalgams.

Proponents of amalgam continued to claim that dental amalgam was safe because it was supposedly inert in the filling. As dental amalgam was less expensive and easier to work with than standard gold fillings, it was not long before dental amalgam was routinely used by most dentists.

In 1926, Dr. Alfred Stock showed that mercury vapor escapes from amalgam fillings and that this could cause significant health damage. The American Dental Association (ADA) vigorously defended dental amalgam as being safe and its widespread use was continued.

In 1986, the ADA finally admitted that mercury vapor escapes from the amalgam fillings. But the ADA remained adamant that amalgams were safe, and in 1986 it changed its code of ethics, making it unethical for dentists to inform patients of the health risks of amalgams or to recommend removal of amalgams

In 2008 the FDA admitted that dental amalgam can cause health problems.

Norway, Denmark and Sweden have ended use of mercury fillings and many dental schools no longer teach mercury placement. Germany, Canada, and California require mercury toxicity warnings to be given to pregnant women.

There are healthier alternatives to dental amalgam such as composite resin (white) fillings, porcelain, and glass ionomers. Gold is not a good alternative as it produces electrical currents within your mouth.

Improve your health by having your amalgam fillings removed!

The mounting body of scientific evidence against dental amalgam is finally creating extensive public concern. It is only a matter of time before dental amalgam fillings are banned.

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This Video is Courtesy of HealthRanger7
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Protected: Dangers in Dentistry — The Dangers of Mercury Amalgam Fillings

January 29, 2010 by jared  
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Proper Removal Technique for Old Mercury Silver Dental Fillings

November 9, 2009 by Dr. Marvin  
Filed under FAQ, Hot Topics, Mercury Toxicity, Videos

As awareness of the dangers of mercury amalgam dental fillings increases, so does the number of dentists who perform mercury removal procedures. Unfortunately, this comes with risks.

Many dentists, in their haste to help people, don’t learn the proper and safe method for removing mercury silver fillings. Why does it matter? Because by not following the proper safety protocols, you could actually be in more danger when having mercury removed than you are in just leaving the fillings in your mouth.

When mercury fillings are removed, the mercury is disturbed by the drill, releasing dangerous vapors and mercury particulates in your mouth.

So how do you protect yourself? How do you know if your dentist is following the proper safety protocol when removing your old mercury amalgam fillings? Below is a quick video that should help you better understand the proper protocol (as specified by the International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology’s (IAOMT)) so you can ask your dentist about it and recognize the steps he or she should be taking during your procedure.

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The safe way to remove mercury amalgam silver dental fillings

September 4, 2009 by admin  
Filed under Hot Topics, Mercury Toxicity, Videos

Removing mercury amalgam dental fillings is dangerous. Find out the safest way to have them removed and learn how to protect yourself.

For more videos, please visit http://AmericasHolisticDentist.com

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How to Cure Sensitive Teeth

September 1, 2009 by admin  
Filed under Product Reviews, Tooth Sensitivity, Videos

Are your teeth sensitive to hot and cold? Do you have sensitive spots along your gum line? Does it hurt every time you bite into a spoonful of ice cream? It doesn’t have to!

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Millions of people suffer from tooth sensitivity when they don’t have to. There are several over the counter options available to help reduce tooth sensitivity. Unfortunately, most rely on fluoride to reduce the symptoms (while topical fluoride is fine for your teeth, it’s not good for your body).

Fortunately, there’s an alternative that works VERY well and helps to re-mineralize your teeth. Find out about it by watching the video, above.

Thanks!
Dr. Marvin

PS: After you’ve watched the video, you can pick up this product in our holistic dental web store (click here).

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