Safe Mercury Removal - Protecting Your Health at Our Dental Office

Safe Mercury Removal Service at Pride Dental

Dental amalgam fillings contain toxic mercury that can negatively impact health. We use meticulous, non-invasive techniques for safe mercury removal. gentle drilling, constant water irrigation, and external suction minimize exposure during removal. We follow IAOMT Safe Mercury Removal Protocol to trap particles so they don’t enter your system. Any openings are immediately restored with biocompatible composites. With our safe, thorough approach, we can eliminate existing amalgam fillings to reduce your mercury exposure without additional risk. Your health is our top priority.

At our dental office, we believe your health and safety should always come first. That's why we take extra precautions when removing amalgam fillings containing mercury, a toxic heavy metal. When proper handling procedures aren't followed, mercury exposure can lead to health issues. We use strict safety protocols to limit your contact with this hazardous substance and protect the environment.

Isolating the Tooth Site

We isolate the teeth being worked on with a rubber dam. This creates a barrier to prevent mercury exposure inside the mouth during the procedure. The rubber dam keeps the operating site contained so amalgam particles don't spread throughout the oral cavity.

Careful Removal Techniques 

Our dentists are specially trained in safe mercury removal. Amalgam fillings must be taken out cautiously in large chunks or pieces to avoid generating mercury vapor. We also use copious amounts of water irrigation to reduce mercury dust. This helps minimize your exposure to the toxic metal.

Capturing Mercury Particles

We utilize a high-volume evacuator system positioned near your mouth during the procedure. This device creates strong suction to safely capture amalgam particles and mercury vapor before you can inhale them. The evacuated air passes through filters to capture all mercury waste for proper disposal.

Air Purification Systems

Our dental office uses professional-grade air purification systems with HEPA filtration to continually clean the air during amalgam removal. HEPA filters are proven to remove 99.97% of particles, including mercury vapor and dust. This protects you, our staff and other patients in the office.

Additional Safety Measures 

As an added precaution after mercury filling removal, we provide a chlorophyll or charcoal rinse for patients to swish around the mouth. This helps bind with and draw out any remaining traces of mercury left behind. We also require staff to use masks, gowns and gloves to prevent exposure.

Only Mercury-Free Materials Used

Once your amalgam fillings have been safely removed, we only use mercury-free materials for any new fillings, crowns, implants or other dental work. Your health is too important to take shortcuts.

Custom Detoxification Support

In some cases, we may recommend patients get medical testing, make dietary changes or take supplements to help eliminate accumulated mercury after removal. We can provide custom detoxification programs to fit your unique needs.

Proper Disposal 

All amalgam waste is safely collected and stored in sealed containers until being picked up by a regulated waste hauler. This ensures the toxic material does not end up contaminating the public water supply or environment. 

Don't take chances with your health. Our office follows rigorous best practices for safe mercury removal and disposal. We take every precaution to limit your exposure to this hazardous substance. Contact us today to learn more or schedule an appointment.