Silver fillings in teeth. any worries that are real (or were the stories just internet hype)?

Just hype: Silver fillings are a great value: they are the strongest, longest lasting and least expensive of the filling materials. Despite lots of studies, there is no evidence of silver fillings being harmful. Folks worry about the mercury, but the mercury in the filling becomes biologically inactive when it becomes combined with the other metal elements of the filling material.

2 schools of thought: I have silver fillings. The american dental association has articles available on it's website (ada.Org) about this topic, there's no scientific evidence that the fillings are harmful. I'd advise you to research for yourself at reputable websites like ada.Org, nih, ama. My only concern, is for my health long-term after removing many old silver fillings and breathing the dust they produce...

Hype!: The CDC, NIH, the ADA, and numerous university science studies all have shown silver-mercury amalgam fillings are safe. These studies have been conducted over decades and under the strict guideline of pure science. While not popular because they are not as esthetic as composite resins, silver amalgams are safe!

Amalgam is safe : No worry, silver fillings are safe. Many studies has examined these amalgam fillings and found them to be an effective, strong long-lasting treatment for dental cavities. American Dental Association supports use of the amalgam materials. It is proofed that there is no need for concern about the safety of amalgam fillings. You should replace amalgam fillings only when they are worn or broken.