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The Perfect Smile Is Not The Preserve Of Film Stars



Tooth technology has come a very long way since the 1980s when dentists flooded into the UK to abuse the NHS by undertaking unnecessary fillings and extractions. Today, everyone can have a wonderful smile through simple procedures such as tooth whitening and crowns. Many people’s problems with their teeth stem from the days when tooth decay was caused by poor dental hygiene and primitive dentistry.

Amalgam Fillings: Dangerous or Not for Your Health?



The FDA characterizes the silver plugs that are used for filling in the cavities of the teeth, as representing “moderate risk” for the health of people. However, these fillings contain extremely low levels of mercury, and they do not pose any kind of risk for your health. Therefore, many scientists and organizations agree that the FDA should categorize the amalgam fillings as “low risk” and not moderate risk.

Eco Dentistry or Green Dentistry: an Environmentally Friendly Dental Office



Eco dentistry or green dentistry how it is also called is when the dentist’s practice makes use of environmentally friendly dental technology. Eco-dentistry is basically a term which has been coined by the Eco Dentistry Association, with its headquarters in the state of California.

Staying Eco Friendly in the Field of Dentistry



Being eco-friendly is more than just a trend in any field nowadays- by respecting the environment, you respect the resources of our Planet, and it is definitely a win-win situation for all of us. Dental supply companies have shifted their attention towards manufacturing devices and components that are eco friendly.

Make Your Teeth Brighter With Porcelain Veneers



What are veneers? In general, veneer is a tooth covering with any material from its visible part. At the moment, as dental veneers are used mostly composite materials (those which are used for dental fillings) and porcelain (ceramics).

The Danger Of Silver (Amalgam) Dental Fillings



Dozens of Americans have complained that the fillings have damaged their health through mercury poisoning, from causing shortness of breath, loss of energy, memory damage and even partial paralysis.

European Dentists Plan to Ban Mercury Fillings



Sweden, Norway, Denmark and Germany have banned or restricted use of the fillings. The European commission may soon call for their phasing out. The material commonly used to fill holes in our teeth is half mercury, a toxic substance.

Methods and Techniques of Green Dentistry



Those who aren’t practicing green dentistry should be because they owe it to their planet, their employees and their patients. That is what green dentistry is all about. It will help to make the planet we live on a better place.

Danger Of Dental Amalgam Fillings To Pregnant Women And Children

Consumer advocacy groups are pushing the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to ban mercury used in dental amalgam fillings. Although a ban doesn’t look likely, the government may issue restrictions on amalgam fillings by next year.