So, you have some old silver/amalgam fillings and you are wondering if you should get them replaced? For over a century, amalgam has been used as filling material. It was relatively cost effective and easy to use, as well as very durable. While there has not been any research to support the concerns about "mercury poisoning" from dental fillings, many patients and dentists have begun to choose an alternative treatment, composite resin. Composite fillings are far more aesthetic and have been used on front (anterior) teeth for some time.
When should the metal fillings be replaced? I don’t recommend replacing old fillings as long as they are in good shape. I recommend replacement when they begin to break down and leak, or of course if decay develops in the tooth . If you are wondering what the status of your fillings are, give us a call.
Dr Brian Johnson
1240 Upper Hembree Road
Suite C
Roswell, GA 30076
(770)993-9809
www.BrianJohnsonDMD.com
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