Question 1

do metal fillings discolor your teeth?

Accepted Answer

Yes: The metal ions in the amalgam (silver) fillings tend to leach out over time and stain the surrounding tooth structure gray. This does not occur with tooth colored composite fillings which are also bonded to your tooth.

Question 2

is it possible for teeth grinding "shave" or chip metal fillings?

Accepted Answer

Yes: The muscles of the jaw and face are incredibly powerful and it's not uncommon for someone who grinds their teeth to damage not only the fillings, but also the teeth themselves.  Talk to your dentist about a nightguard.

Question 3

why does the mercury amalgam fillings cause my teeth to be dark underneath?

Accepted Answer

Corrosion: Amalgam fillings are metal and the longer a metal stays in a wet environment the more likely it will corrode.  It's that corrosion that will cause the tooth to appear to darken.  It's also the corrosion that will eventually cause the filling to need to be replaced.

Question 4

have 10-15 year old metal fillings. how do i know if they are made w/ amalgam mercury? lots of health issues since, including twitching all over body.

Accepted Answer

Ask your dentist: Metal fillings can be grayish in color ( Amalgam containing mercury) or yellow colored ( gold base does not contain mercury). According to the ADA, Mercury in Amalgam is more stable then you think and it is safer to keep in place rather then attempting to remove it which may release the mercury from the amalgam.

Question 5

all four of my first molars are infected, two have mercury fillings. i want to get all the four teeth extracted and the metal removed. which modern dentures are best for me?

Accepted Answer

Need exam: Firstly, the silver fillings are not the cause of your infections. Secondly, are the teeth restorable? Thirdly, what is the condition of the remaining teeth? Lots of questions, all to be answered by your local dentist. Please call for an appointment.

Question 6

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 7

what to do if i have gums behind fake tooth hurt after getting a silver metal filling! help?

Accepted Answer

Gums hurt: Go back to the dentist who placed the filling to see why it's hurting you.

Question 8

my ums behind fake tooth hurt after getting a silver metal filling! help please?

Accepted Answer

See your dentist: Depending upon how long ago the filling was placed, this could be a sign of needing to be smoothed and polished.  This simple procedure could help decrease the irritation to the gums.  Return to the practitioner who placed the filling for an evaluation.

Question 9

i have an implant with a gold crown. a tooth next to it is painful when chewing and has a big mercury filling.could those dissimular metals be  cause?

Accepted Answer

No: The metals are not the source of the pain. Likely the underlying dental decay is worsening. See your dentist to get it checked out.

Question 10

does the metal in old fillings cause poison in the mouth?

Accepted Answer

: No. If the fillings are left undisturbed, there are no deleterious effects from old fillings.
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Why does the mercury amalgam fillings cause my teeth to be dark underneath?

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Have 10-15 year old metal fillings. how do i know if they are made w/ amalgam mercury? lots of health issues since, including twitching all over body.

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All four of my first molars are infected, two have mercury fillings. i want to get all the four teeth extracted and the metal removed. which modern dentures are best for me?

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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:

What to do if i have gums behind fake tooth hurt after getting a silver metal filling! help?

A member asked:

My ums behind fake tooth hurt after getting a silver metal filling! help please?

A member asked:

I have an implant with a gold crown. a tooth next to it is painful when chewing and has a big mercury filling.could those dissimular metals be cause?

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Does the metal in old fillings cause poison in the mouth?

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