FDA Updates Recommendations on Safety of Amalgam Fillings

If you’ve ever wondered whether amalgam dental fillings are still safe or effective, you’re not alone. Many patients ask about silver fillings vs. composite fillings and which option is best for their smile.

FDA recently updated it’s recommendations about silver dental fillings, also called dental amalgams.  These fillings contain approximately mercury, which the FDA warns high-risk individuals to avoid getting these fillings. At Horizon Dental Care we only use composite white non-metal fillings due to their esthetic appearance and they help strengthen the tooth because they are bonded to the tooth structure.  Most importantly we use composite, non metal fillings, because we feel it is in the best interest of the health of all our patients. Read the full article here

 

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