Dr. Colin Yoshida Blog - Dentist Fremont CA

The use of “silver” amalgam fillings in dentistry is a public health concern that is now more controversial than ever. As a biological practice, the safety of our patients is our number one priority. In times where there is even the slightest risk to the health of our patients, we feel that it is only necessary to eliminate these risks. We want to enlighten those who are unfamiliar with the toxic materials that were once the norm in dentistry, and the disturbing correlation to ones dental and physiological health. Many people do not realize that the “silver” amalgam fillings are 50% mercury. There is no such thing as a “safe mercury filling”. According to The World Health Organization, dental fillings contribute more mercury to a person’s body than all other sources of mercury combined. Mercury is a powerful poison and even the smallest amount of mercury vapor can be considered harmless. The toxicity of mercury is known to degrade the proper functioning of the human body. This includes the corruption of the immune, urinary, cardiac, respiratory and digestive systems. In fact research reveals that “under laboratory conditions, mercury has produced brain cell deterioration identical to that seen in victims of Alzheimer’s disease”. (iaomt.org)

The first step in preventing mercury exposure is to find a biological dentist well versed on the danger of “silver” amalgam fillings and the adverse affect they have on the human body. Rest assured that you have come to the perfect dental practice where the use of quality biocompatible materials is standard.

Schedule an exam at Colin Yoshida, DDS by calling (510) 745-1800. We are conveniently located at 3885 Beacon Avenue, Suite C, Fremont, CA.
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