Mercury Toxicity and Treatment Berkeley Heights, NJ

Many patients have heard the term “mercury
toxicity” associated with fillings but still have many questions
about it: what is it, am I affected by it, and what can be done to remediate
it?

Fillings are made of a substance called dental amalgam. This is a mixture of
metals, consisting primarily of mercury. Mercury amalgam has been used as a
dental filling material around the world since ancient times and in the United
States for nearly 200 years.

Mercury toxicity,
also called mercury poisoning, is caused by a high level of mercury in the
body. The presence of mercury has been shown to cause wide range of chronic and
acute health problems affecting all major systems in the body; neurological,
gastrointestinal, immune, and cardiovascular problems have been attributed to
mercury toxicity, as has damage to major organs such as the liver, kidneys, and
lungs.

Even
among the doctors and researchers who agree that the use of mercury amalgam is
problematic, there is debate about whether the preferred option is safe
amalgam removal or leaving existing amalgam in place. Among the latter,
common arguments against the procedure include:

• All the mercury has already
  leaked out.
• Additional tooth structure
  will be lost by removing existing dental work.
• The patient will be exposed
  to toxic levels of mercury vapor being released as the fillings are
  drilled out.

The comprehensive protocols established by The Center for
Systemic Dentistry ensure a thorough process for safe amalgam removal. Located
in Berkeley Heights, New Jersey, we are committed to being the state’s leading
dental practice that focuses on holistic, healing-focused dentistry. Dr. Philip
Memoli is ready to help you recover your health so you can begin to lead a life
free of mercury toxicity.

The Center for Systemic Dentistry will work with you to
determine the best course of treatment to safely remove your existing mercury
amalgam. Call us today at (908) 464-9144 or contact us via our online contact
form.