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Metal Fillings You Want Replaced

If you have one or more amalgam (metal) fillings and you've been thinking about having them replaced, this is the conversation to have. Some patients want them out for personal preference, others for cosmetic reasons — either is a valid reason to ask Dr. Bentler or Dr. Simmons about a safe removal process.

Signs You Should Bring It Up

  • You have one or more visible metal fillings you'd like replaced
  • You want a careful, protective protocol for the removal process
  • You're interested in a metal-free filling or crown as the replacement
  • You're planning ahead for a mercury detox program afterward

How We Evaluate at The Holistic Dental Center

Before removal, Dr. Bentler or Dr. Simmons may use the RITA meter to check your fillings and plan the order of removal. During the procedure, we use a protective dental dam and high-volume suction to help limit exposure throughout.

What Happens Next

If you have several amalgam fillings, your dentist may recommend removing them across more than one visit. To talk through a safe removal plan, call us at (509) 325-2051.