As a group, biological dentists tend to share the following practices: No mercury amalgam “silver” fillings No root canal treatments No metal restorations No titanium implants No fluoride Yes, homeopathy No fragrances No latex No VOCs in office paints Yes, full spectrum lighting Yes, working with like-minded MDs, NDs and chiropractors for patient nutritional supplementation, […]
mercury-free dentistry
The Only Safe Place
One Friday, I returned a call to a patient who was bringing her mom in for a dental appointment that coming Monday, as her mom had lost a mercury “silver” filling. She described how she’d picked up the filling with a latex glove, put it in a baggie and sealed it, and put both the […]
Dear Friends, Patients, Partners & Staff
This year will mark the 38th year I have been active in the practice of dentistry. Though I am whelmed with how fast that time has passed, I am overwhelmed with what has stayed the same and with what has changed. What has stayed the same? I was honored in the beginning and am honored […]
The Fight for Mercury-Free Dentistry at the International Level
Negotiations continue as nations work to create a treaty on mercury Governments from around the world met in Nairobi, Kenya to negotiate an international treaty on mercury, sponsored by the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP). The content of the mercury treaty, which will be finalized and adopted by 2013, has a broad scope of concern […]
Closing Comments on Mercury-Free Dentistry Week
Sept. 9: Bottom line at the end of Mercury-free Dentistry Week: Refuse the placement of any new mercury-silver fillings. Getting it out of your mouth is another issue. Go slow…ly here. The mercury and vapor exposure possibilities are even at a higher risk during mercury filling removal. There are techniques that have been in practiced for decades […]
10 Questions to Ask a Dentist Before Scheduling to Remove Mercury Fillings
Here is some information that many of you know, and that others are quickly learning. No matter who the dentist is, if he/she goes to your church, coaches your children at camp, has children that you know and adore, etc., you need to know some important information about his/her beliefs and practice ideas. Do not […]
NEWSLETTER: Mercury-Free Dentistry Week
Dear Patient, Client, Friend, I hope this letter finds you well. I wanted to share some exciting news with you in the field of Biological Dentistry. Two great minds and courageous spirits have declared September 4-9 as “Mercury-free Dentistry Week.” The intent is to educate the public and increase awareness of the burden of mercury […]