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Do you still use a telegram machine or a gramophone player? No. How about a horse and carriage to travel around the city? No. Well, why would you choose to have amalgam fillings in your mouth for restorations you need completed?
If you still go for amalgam fillings you are using an antique technology. Amalgams were used as early as the 1820’s in Europe and the 1830’s in the USA. Amalgams were made to the following recipe: Mercury, Silver, Tin, Copper & Zinc. In the 21st century, amalgams are still widespread and are made to the following recipe: Mercury, Silver, Tin, Copper & Zinc. Over 190 years and amalgams have changed very little if at all.
Now, there are new, effective, tooth coloured materials that are available, safe and inexpensive. Many people are now choosing to remove the amalgam fillings in their teeth and are replacing them with today’s materials. Tooth coloured restorations such as these give your smile and happier, healthier look and maintain the integrity of your bright, brilliant smile.
