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Are amalgam fillings safe? Is there any validity to the concerns raised about the mercury in the amalgam?

April 26, 2017amalgam concerns fillings mercury RAISED safe validity

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Are amalgam fillings safe? Is there any validity to the concerns raised about the mercury in the amalgam?

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Silver colored amalgam fillings are still considered a safe and durable restorative material for use in human teeth. However, silver amalgam use has become less popular as tooth colored composite resin fillings have become as durable and wear-resistant. You can click here for more information on the American Dental Association’s ruling on the safety of amalgam fillings.