Mercury (amalgam) fillings have been used in dentistry for decades, but many patients today prefer to have them replaced with metal-free materials. At The Holistic Dental Center, we follow a careful, safety-focused protocol for removing these fillings, designed to limit your exposure during the process.
Before removal, Dr. Bentler or Dr. Simmons may use the RITA meter to check the electrical activity of your fillings, which helps plan the order of removal. During the procedure, we use a protective dental dam and a high-volume suction system to help minimize exposure, then place a metal-free filling or crown in its place.
Careful, protective protocol. We use protective measures designed to limit exposure during removal.
Metal-free replacement. Once removed, the filling is replaced with a tooth-colored, mercury-free material.
Experienced approach. Our team has years of experience with this specific removal process.
Not necessarily. Many patients choose removal for personal preference or cosmetic reasons rather than because of a specific health problem. Your dentist can help you weigh your options.
We use protective measures, including a dental dam and high-volume suction, designed to help limit exposure during the removal process.
It depends on how many you have. Your dentist may recommend spreading removal over multiple visits, especially if you have several fillings.
We replace amalgam fillings with tooth-colored, metal-free composite material, or a crown if the tooth needs more support.
The area is numbed before the procedure, similar to getting a routine filling, so you shouldn't feel pain during removal.
Each filling removal is similar to getting a new filling — the area is numbed, the old filling is carefully removed using our protective protocol, and a new metal-free filling is placed. If you have several amalgam fillings, your dentist may recommend removing them over more than one visit.
Yes, we accept Delta Dental Premier and PPO. We also accept most insurances out-of-network. Our office also offers affordable financing through CareCredit to patients who are uninsured or need additional help paying for their dental care. No matter your budgetary needs, The Holistic Dental Center is here to provide expert care for overall oral and physical wellness.
