Discover the Safe Approach to Amalgam

Removal at Larry Saylor D.M.D.

Whilst amalgam fillings have been used

for over a hundred years, many patients

have experienced negative side effects

associated with this filling material, which

has led to the development of a modern

alternative.

Amalgam fillings are made

from a composite metallic

material, with one of its key

components being mercury.

Fillings can contain as much as

50% mercury – which can be

released into the system due to

temperature changes within the

mouth or during chewing and

brushing.

Amalgam filling material is dark

silver in color, and as such does

not blend successfully with the

shade and texture of your

natural tooth enamel.

Amalgam fillings are simply packed

into the void caused by tooth loss,

and as such they do not form a

complete seal against the bacteria

responsible for tooth decay. This

means that some patients can still

experience tooth decay underneath

the filled tooth.

Amalgam fillings have been shown

to expand and contract in response

to temperature changes within the

mouth, which can cause your natural

tooth to crack.

Amalgam fillings have been found to be

hazardous for the environment, and

environmentally conscious countries

such as Sweden and Norway have

gone so far as to ban this type of filling

material.

Experience mercury-free dentistry

and safe amalgam removal at Larry

Saylor D.M.D

At our dental practice located in

Brandon, Florida our team of dental

professionals are committed to

removing mercury fillings in a way

that is safe for both our patient’s

health and that of the environment.

doctorsaylor.com

doctorsaylor.com