Amalgam/Mercury Fillings
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After Replacing Mercury Fillings
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What being a "Mercury-Free Dentist" Means
As your dental health partners, Dr. John Hamel and our team are focused on more than just your teeth and gums. We are always striving to promote and protect our patients’ overall health as well. That’s why we offer exclusively metal and mercury free dentistry. We can also safely remove your old metal dental work, which could be negatively affecting your health, in favor of aesthetic, durable, natural-looking composite and ceramic restorations.
Our Commitment to Your Health
Dr. Hamel is a member of the International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology and is keenly aware of the potential health hazards posed by using mercury in dental work. Though mercury has been routinely used in amalgam restorations like dental fillings and crowns for many years, Dr. Hamel has not participated in this practice for more than two decades because of his concern for patient health and safety. The World Health Organization’s position is that there exists no known “safe” level for mercury, which is classified as a neurotoxin.
Protecting the oral health and overall well-being of his patients is Dr. Hamel’s goal, so he provides beautiful, lifelike restorations made of bonded ceramic or composite materials. These restorations are completely mercury-free and blend seamlessly with existing tooth structure. Instead of potentially harmful and unattractive mercury-filled dental work, tooth-colored fillings and crowns help to safely maintain the bright, natural, aesthetic look of your smile.
Safe Mercury Removal
Since removing metal fillings can expose you to dangerous mercury vapor, it is very important that you visit a dentist like Dr. Hamel, who is highly skilled in mercury amalgam removal techniques and safety protocols. If you and the doctor decide it would be best to replace your dentistry that contains mercury, we will take extensive precautions to ensure your safety and comfort during the procedure. Once your new restorations are in place, you can enjoy a metal-free smile and peace of mind knowing that your health is no longer at risk from mercury amalgam fillings.
If you are concerned about the risks of your current metal fillings, or would like more information about safe replacement of amalgams with safe and aesthetic restorations, call our office today. We’ll be happy to answer your questions or schedule a personal consultation for you with Dr. Hamel.
 A committed biological dentist, Dr. John Hamel is a member of the IAOMT (International Academy of Oral Medicine & Toxicology). He regularly attends professional events and networks with other biological dentists to stay current in relevant scientific research and advances in dentistry. If you are concerned about your mercury amalgam fillings, Dr. Hamel can help!
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