Amalgam Replacement: Do It Once Do It Right!

Amalgam Filling Replacement – Holistic Dentist Brisbane

At Evolve Dental Healing we provide safe replacement of amalgam mercury fillings following the latest protocols and guidelines to minimise exposure to mercury and to support your health and wellbeing.

We believe that when you get your amalgams removed that you should “do it once and do it right” and that is why we are so detailed in our approach to your dental health.

Why We Advise Replacement of Amalgam Fillings

You may be concerned about your health, the condition of your teeth or even simply wanting to improve the appearance of your smile. But for whatever reason you are choosing to replace your amalgams, it is very important that it is done with care and your utmost safety in mind.

Stirring up old amalgam fillings with a dental drill releases dangerous mercury vapour into the air, which is breathed in during treatment by you – the patient and the dental team unless specialised safety equipment is used.

It is critical that we understand your health and any issues that may potentially affect your ability to process and detoxify mercury from your system.

For this reason as your holistic dentist, we are very interested not only in your dental health but your overall health too. This is why we insist on you filling out a detailed health history and providing you with a comprehensive pre-amalgam removal consultation and dental examination before any amalgam removals are performed.

Safe Amalgam Removal Process

Your holistic dentist will carry out a thorough dental examination that allows us to chart the existing fillings and to assess the presence of any dental and oral diseases. At the same time we carry out a basic health assessment and if it is felt necessary will ask that a health practitioner assess you to ensure you are ready to commence amalgam removal treatment.

Often a comprehensive health assessment questionnaire is sufficient but you may wish to have a hair mineral analysis to look at the body composition of different metals and minerals, blood tests and saliva pH testing.

These tests give us an overall profile of the health of your body and your mouth so we know how to best approach your amalgam removal, deal with your dental conditions and support you via diet and detox supplementation plans.

Detox For Amalgam Replacement

Supplementation uses a tried and tested range of vitamins and minerals that have been shown to be effective in heavy metal detoxification when taken in conjunction with amalgam removal.

Numerous research studies and scientific literature shows that blood chemistries can change when amalgam fillings are removed. To perform this procedure safely and effectively, specific vitamins and minerals can be used to protect the tissues and take advantage of these changes for further detoxification.

Which Amalgams Do You Replace First?

Deciding on the sequence of amalgam removal can vary between individuals. In most cases, amalgam is removed in quadrants – each back section of the mouth at the time depending on the number and volume of amalgam mercury fillings present.

The main aim is to remove all amalgams safely and as soon as possible to eliminate the source of mercury exposure whilst allowing you to maintain the best health.

Replacing Amalgams The SMART Way

Amalgam removal involves the use of a dental rubber dam, air supply and air filtration.

At our specifically designed Brisbane Holistic dental office, all amalgam removals are performed using rubber dam isolation to prevent the inhalation of mercury vapour through the mouth and the ingestion of debris created during the removal process.

We also supply you with a nose mask and administer medical air/oxygen to prevent the inhalation of toxic vapours through the nose. In addition special devices to prevent a build-up of toxic gases in the dental office constantly filter the air in the surgery.

In general, we recommend a follow up dental and health check and will schedule you a 6 monthly check up for a dental and health examination. In most cases, we recommend that supplementation is continued for at least half to all of that period.

To ensure you get the best of care we provide you with a comprehensive amalgam removal booklet, diet protocols and a supplementation plan as well as discussing your individual case in detail with you at your thorough consultation appointment before any treatment is started. Appointment scheduling and costing are laid out fully in advance so you have all the information you require in making an informed decision about your dental care, your health and your smile.

Remember: You only get one chance to remove your amalgams in the correct way. To maximise the effectiveness of removing your mercury amalgam fillings we advise that you follow the guidelines that have been trialled with success to make sure you avoid potential risks and get the optimum result.

Holistic Dentist Brisbane – Safe Amalgam Replacement

If you would like to know more about having your amalgams removed then call today to schedule your comprehensive amalgam removal consultation with Dr Rachel Hall holistic dentist. 07 3720 1811.