5 Hidden Dangers of Mercury Fillings

Oral health, tooth decay due to poor cleaning, treatment of tooth fillings.

Mercury amalgam fillings have served as a standard dental treatment for over 150 years, but emerging research is revealing concerning health effects that many people don’t realize exist. These silver-colored restorations contain mercury—a heavy metal known for its toxic properties—combined with silver, tin, and copper. Although major dental organizations maintain that these fillings are safe, […]