Question 1

how safe is the material that false teeth are made of to our bodies and to the fillings of our teeth?

Accepted Answer

Very safe: Unless there is some specific allergy to any of the materials used, it is extremely safe and nothing to be overly concerned about.

Question 2

is it safe to bleach teeth that have fillings?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Bleaching is generally undertaken for front teeth that can have white - composite fillings. Filled teeth might not whiten evenly due to the fact that the composite fillings may not whiten as much as teeth do. You might need the fillings to be redone or re layered to appropriate shade to match your bleached teeth. If not maintained , the whitened teeth can start to darken creating discrepanceyagain.

Question 3

is using floss on teeth with cavity fillings considered safe?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely: Floss all of your teeth, regardless of the restorations. Brush them, too.

Question 4

can you explain if it's safe for my 4 year old to go under general for his abscess teeth and for caps/fillings in a clinic?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Depending on the skill of the person in charge of the anesthesia and the clinic equipment, this is certainly possible. Kids this age must be put to sleep for major restorations or never have the benefit of the repairs. They will never sit still to have it done any other way.

Question 5

child 11 y.o. was referred for root canals work on 2 permanent teeth with cavities, & than the filling done. is that safe for kid? any other options?

Accepted Answer

No: It sounds like his teeth need major restoration. The dentist will help with pain and anxiety management. Be sure he practices good hygiene to avoid this again. All the best, he will be safe.

Question 6

could dental x-rays in the 80s and 90s cause any type of h&n tumor? just had routine checkups, fillings, braces, wisdom teeth,etc.how safe were they?

Accepted Answer

No: Dental x-rays are safe.

Question 7

i am scheduled for an mri in dec but i have 2 mercury fillings plus one metal nail in one of my root canalled teeth. is it safe for me to get an mri?

Accepted Answer

You should: be fine, but inform the MRI technologist of any metal in your body prior to the scan.

Question 8

can there be any other safe tooth fillings besides white composite and silver amalgam?

Accepted Answer

Cast restorations: Gold or porcelain inlays/onlays can also be used... But they are more expensive than composite or amalgam fillings.

Question 9

my friend has a loose tooth with a filling and she wants to know if it is safe to pull it out?

Accepted Answer

What tooth?: If it' same baby tooth, it's ok to help it out.  If it' same permanent tooth, your friend may have a serious problem.  Have her call her dentist for examination and advice.

Question 10

is mercury used for tooth fillings? if so what are the dangers and should one have those fillihgs removed? what are safe tooth  fillings?

Accepted Answer

Hg Controversy: The merits vs. The issues of hg fillings has waged many years & can't be resolved here. It is known that you are exposed to more hg from having fillings with it removed so if they are solid, keep them. All dentists should know the safety concerns to follow during removeal should that be needed - ask & if you are not satisfied go to someone else. Learn more at www.Ada.Org & search mercury fillings.

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How safe is the material that false teeth are made of to our bodies and to the fillings of our teeth?

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Is it safe to bleach teeth that have fillings?

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Is using floss on teeth with cavity fillings considered safe?

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Can you explain if it's safe for my 4 year old to go under general for his abscess teeth and for caps/fillings in a clinic?

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Child 11 y.o. was referred for root canals work on 2 permanent teeth with cavities, & than the filling done. is that safe for kid? any other options?

A member asked:

Could dental x-rays in the 80s and 90s cause any type of h&n tumor? just had routine checkups, fillings, braces, wisdom teeth,etc.how safe were they?

A member asked:

I am scheduled for an mri in dec but i have 2 mercury fillings plus one metal nail in one of my root canalled teeth. is it safe for me to get an mri?

A member asked:

Can there be any other safe tooth fillings besides white composite and silver amalgam?

A member asked:

My friend has a loose tooth with a filling and she wants to know if it is safe to pull it out?

A member asked:

Is mercury used for tooth fillings? if so what are the dangers and should one have those fillihgs removed? what are safe tooth fillings?

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