@livingwellwithdrmichelle: The worst thing you can do with a mercury filling? Have it removed the wrong way. Here's what surprises people: mercury in a filling is more stable sitting in your tooth than it is during removal. The moment a filling is drilled out, that's when the most vapor is released. So the most concerning time is an unprotected removal. Going to a dentist who doesn't use safe removal protocols or the right equipment can expose you to a burst of mercury vapor during the appointment, the exact thing you were trying to avoid. This is why I'll say something you might not expect: I would rather you leave a filling in place than have it removed in an unprotected way. If you choose to remove amalgam, do it with a dentist trained in safe removal protocols. Removal is a decision to make carefully, with the right team, not in a rush. Save this and share it with someone thinking about getting their silver fillings out. #amalgamremoval #saferemoval #mercuryfillings #biologicaldentistry #holisticdentistry #mercuryfree #smartprotocol #oralhealth #dentalhealth #informedchoice #silverfillings
