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Silver and mercury amalgam removal in Barcelona
A silver amalgam is the grey filling that used to be standard and has now fallen out of use, mainly for appearance. Replacing one is not just removing it: it is done with isolation and suction so you do not breathe the vapour the mercury gives off while it is drilled, and the tooth is rebuilt with tooth-coloured composite in the same appointment.
Why amalgams are being replaced
Silver and mercury amalgams are a type of dental filling that has been used for many years, but has now fallen into disuse due to its lack of esthetics and the controversy surrounding its toxicity. Amalgam fillings are dark and highly visible, which makes them unattractive to many people.
At Barcelona Dental Clinic, we offer the extraction of amalgams and their replacement with composite fillings, which are more discreet and aesthetic. If you still have amalgams in your teeth, do not hesitate to visit us at our dental clinic in Barcelona to plan their safe extraction and improve your dental aesthetics.
What are silver and mercury amalgams?
Silver-mercury amalgams have long been the most common option for filling decayed teeth. Although it is still a safe and durable option, nowadays more esthetic materials such as composite are preferred for filling teeth. One of the main reasons for the controversy surrounding silver-mercury amalgams is the presence of mercury in their composition.
Some studies have suggested that the mercury present in amalgams may be toxic to the human body, while others have concluded that its toxicity is nil. Although silver and mercury amalgams can last for many years in the mouth, their dark appearance can affect the esthetics of the smile.
For this reason, at the Barcelona Dental Clinic we offer the option of removing silver and mercury amalgams and replacing them with composite fillings, which are more esthetic and do not contain mercury. If you have silver and mercury amalgams in your teeth, do not hesitate to visit us to evaluate the possibility of extracting and replacing them.
What removing each amalgam costs, and the price of the filling or crown that replaces it, is set out on the page about amalgam removal cost in Barcelona.
Safe removal, done at the clinic
It is important to note that although the removal of silver and mercury amalgams is a relatively simple procedure, it is always advisable to perform it in a medical setting, as mercury can be toxic if not handled properly. In addition, it is important to ensure that the new filler material being placed is of high quality and biocompatible.
At Barcelona Dental Clinic, we have highly qualified professionals with extensive experience in performing this type of treatment, so you can be sure that your oral health will be in good hands. If you have silver and mercury amalgams and want to remove them, do not hesitate to contact us and request an appointment. We will be happy to help you improve your dental health and oral esthetics.
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Frequently asked questions
Is removing an amalgam dangerous?
What has to be avoided is breathing the vapour the mercury gives off while it is drilled, and that is what the isolation and suction are for. Done that way, the procedure is routine.
Do all amalgams have to be replaced?
No. An amalgam that is well sealed with no decay underneath can stay where it is. It is replaced when it leaks, when it has fractured the tooth, or when you want it gone for appearance, and that is decided from the x-ray.
What is the tooth rebuilt with?
With tooth-coloured composite, in the same appointment. If the tooth has lost a lot of structure, what it needs is an inlay or a crown, and you are told before anything starts.
