Question 1

i am experiencing  foil feeling on tooth after amalgam removal ?

Accepted Answer

Amalgam taste: Was a new amalgam filling used to replace the old one? Some patients experience what you describe when new amalgams are placed due to a temporary galvanic response. I guess one might have the same sensation when an old amalgam is cut into and removed. It should subside in a short time.

Question 2

does amalgam removal can be exposed you to mercury? how safe it is to remove?

Accepted Answer

Remove only if need: It is usually suggested to not remove existing restorations unless decay is evident or a fracture occurs. The amalgam restoration is removed with a bur and the assistant uses a high speed evacuation in addition to the saliva ejector to curtail swallowing any remnants.

Question 3

what are the steps for a proper amalgam filling removal?

Accepted Answer

Amalgam removal: You want to use lots of water when you remove an amalgam. This keeps things from building up heat. You also want high speed suction to remove everything. Some people like to put on a rubber dam to keep things isolated. These are the needed things.

Question 4

what do you advise if i want a specialist for the removal of amalgams in london?

Accepted Answer

Amalgam removal: My question is why do you want that in the first place? To my knowledge there has never been 1 valid scientific study to prove there is a link with amalgam fillings ; any medical problem. To my knowledge there are no truly "specialized" dentists who do this. The ones who claim the necessity of this in the us are open to disciplinary actions by governing agencies ; boards. Investigate before u act!

Question 5

some cases of lupus wre resolvd with removal & replacement of silver mercury dental amalgams" source http://www.encognitive.com/node/4183 .is it true?

Accepted Answer

Cause and effect: When anecdotal reports of chronic disease resolution are released, it is common to try to attribute it to something specific. While possible, the science needed to really attribute a cause is usually not there. This particular topic (dental mercury) evokes strongly held opinions that are mostly based on beliefs rather than evidence. Look for information in objective media to learn more about this.

Question 6

can the removal of amalgam fillings cause mercury poisoning or headaches? thats what i have since i removed mine.

Accepted Answer

I am certain that: the dentist collected all of the materials that were removed. It is probably coincidental that you now have headaches. Take an over the counter analgesic as directed. You do not have mercury poisoning. If the headaches persist for 48 hours with analgesics then call your primary health care provider for evaluation. You might have sinus infection.

Question 7

what color are amalgam fillings?

Accepted Answer

Amalgam: Amalgam a fillings are silver in color. Sometimes if they become tarnished they may look black. There are other options available that are tooth colored such as composite material or porcelain.

Question 8

amalgam being removed from tooth?

Accepted Answer

Mercury poisoning?: Some healthcare providers feel strongly that dental amalgam is a source of mercury poisoning such that there's a small cottage industry pulling out amalgam and replacing it with some other supposedly inert material. I have not stumbled upon any randomized controlled trials demonstrating that this is indeed the case.

Question 9

how come my amalgam (filling) hurts?

Accepted Answer

More info needed...: New or old filling? Deep or shallow? Large or small? As you can see, it's a pure guess without knowing these answers as well as looking at the tooth and a radiograph. Call your local dentist for an appointment.

Question 10

how dangerous is having amalgam in your teeth?

Accepted Answer

None: Amalgam has been used and studied for over 60 years and there is no scientific evidence based studies that link dental amalgam to any problem or disease conditions.

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I am experiencing foil feeling on tooth after amalgam removal ?

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What are the steps for a proper amalgam filling removal?

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What do you advise if i want a specialist for the removal of amalgams in london?

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Some cases of lupus wre resolvd with removal & replacement of silver mercury dental amalgams" source http://www.encognitive.com/node/4183 .is it true?

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Can the removal of amalgam fillings cause mercury poisoning or headaches? thats what i have since i removed mine.

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What color are amalgam fillings?

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How come my amalgam (filling) hurts?

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