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Posted by LizinManhattan on March 18, 2008, at 19:39:12
Hi,
My non-holistic dentist who has been fine for cleanings just told me that one of old amalgam fillings is loose and he wants to take it out. As nice as the guy is, he is of the old-school mentality and thinks taking out an amalgam filling is no big deal. I am therefore looking for a holistic dentist in the New York City area who has experience removing amalgam fillings. I just don't know what I am supposed to look for. I found Dr. Mark Breiner in Connecticut http://www.wholebodydentistry.com/ and it seems like he knows what he is doing, but how can I be sure?
Thank you so much!
Liz
Posted by ClearSkies on March 19, 2008, at 15:54:38
In reply to Looking for dentist for amalgam filling removal, posted by LizinManhattan on March 18, 2008, at 19:39:12
> Hi,
> My non-holistic dentist who has been fine for cleanings just told me that one of old amalgam fillings is loose and he wants to take it out. As nice as the guy is, he is of the old-school mentality and thinks taking out an amalgam filling is no big deal. I am therefore looking for a holistic dentist in the New York City area who has experience removing amalgam fillings. I just don't know what I am supposed to look for. I found Dr. Mark Breiner in Connecticut http://www.wholebodydentistry.com/ and it seems like he knows what he is doing, but how can I be sure?
> Thank you so much!
> LizAn old-school dentist, indeed. Try any dentist under the age of 40 for newer, improved filling techniques. For esthetics alone, most dentists are going with resins or composite types of fillings and taking out the amalgam fillings, which have a life of about 10 to 15 years anyways before they start to crumble. If there's more decay than tooth and greater restoration is necessary you can get a gold onlay or inlay (more malleable than other metals). If you're needing total tooth replacement then you could consider implants, or bridge restorations.
Good luck!
ClearSkies (former dental office worker)
Posted by LizinManhattan on March 19, 2008, at 21:28:27
In reply to Re: Looking for dentist for amalgam filling remova » LizinManhattan, posted by ClearSkies on March 19, 2008, at 15:54:38
Thanks, ClearSkies. I agree a younger dentist might be the way to go. On the other hand, I'd like him/her to have some experience... Do you know of any holistic dentists close to New York City?
Thanks
Liz> > Hi,
> > My non-holistic dentist who has been fine for cleanings just told me that one of old amalgam fillings is loose and he wants to take it out. As nice as the guy is, he is of the old-school mentality and thinks taking out an amalgam filling is no big deal. I am therefore looking for a holistic dentist in the New York City area who has experience removing amalgam fillings. I just don't know what I am supposed to look for. I found Dr. Mark Breiner in Connecticut http://www.wholebodydentistry.com/ and it seems like he knows what he is doing, but how can I be sure?
> > Thank you so much!
> > Liz
>
> An old-school dentist, indeed. Try any dentist under the age of 40 for newer, improved filling techniques. For esthetics alone, most dentists are going with resins or composite types of fillings and taking out the amalgam fillings, which have a life of about 10 to 15 years anyways before they start to crumble. If there's more decay than tooth and greater restoration is necessary you can get a gold onlay or inlay (more malleable than other metals). If you're needing total tooth replacement then you could consider implants, or bridge restorations.
>
> Good luck!
> ClearSkies (former dental office worker)
>
>
Posted by ClearSkies on March 20, 2008, at 10:32:10
In reply to Re: Looking for dentist for amalgam filling remova » ClearSkies, posted by LizinManhattan on March 19, 2008, at 21:28:27
Sorry, I'm at the wrong end of the country - you could start with the American Dental Association (ADA). There's no reason to restrict yourself to holistic dentistry, though, as it's standard practice these days to remove older amalgam fillings and replace them with non-metallic composite ones. They last much longer and are structurally superior to the old amalgams - incredible. It's only when structurally necessary to the integrity of the tooth that metals are considered, and even then there are many options available.
Don't be afraid to ask for consultations only while you're looking around. You may have to pay for an examination, but if you have a full set of xrays with you from your old dentist that are less than a year old, even those won't be necessary, unless you have recently developed pain in your teeth.
CS
Posted by bleauberry on March 21, 2008, at 17:54:24
In reply to Looking for dentist for amalgam filling removal, posted by LizinManhattan on March 18, 2008, at 19:39:12
What you really want is a "biological dentist". They specialize in safe removal of mercury from the teeth. Try doing a google search on biological dentist new york. I found mine that way. Awesome folks who blow mainstream dentists in the weeds in every way...expertise, knowledge, skill, mannerisms, and patient care.
But even with a mainstream dentist, the important things are these:
They use a rubber dam.
They use an assistant who keeps a strong suction tube at the site of the tooth to catch most of the vapor and dust.
They put activated charcoal in your mouth and under your tongue to absorb stray mercury.
They put a net over your face to prevent stray spray from landing on your skin.
They themselves wear chemical gas masks.(their option...if they don't then you know they don't take mercury seriously...my dentist and assistant looked funny when they put their gas masks on, but it sure reminded me of how serious a threat mercury is).It would be a half day drive for you, but I recommend with all my heart and strength a place called Groton Dental in Groton Massachussettes. You want safe removal of fillings, they are pros beyond pros. Each tooth was about $300 to have mercury safely removed and replaced with white. They also offer free seminars on supplements, chelation, and special diets for special needs. Not your run of the mill dentist office.
Posted by LizinManhattan on March 26, 2008, at 19:56:48
In reply to Re: Looking for dentist for amalgam filling removal, posted by bleauberry on March 21, 2008, at 17:54:24
Thank you SO MUCH! I very well might go to Groton. It would be about 3 and a half hours each way, but that's not so bad. And thank you, too, for the check list of what to look for in case I don't decide to go with Groton.
Thanks again!
Liz> What you really want is a "biological dentist". They specialize in safe removal of mercury from the teeth. Try doing a google search on biological dentist new york. I found mine that way. Awesome folks who blow mainstream dentists in the weeds in every way...expertise, knowledge, skill, mannerisms, and patient care.
>
> But even with a mainstream dentist, the important things are these:
>
> They use a rubber dam.
> They use an assistant who keeps a strong suction tube at the site of the tooth to catch most of the vapor and dust.
> They put activated charcoal in your mouth and under your tongue to absorb stray mercury.
> They put a net over your face to prevent stray spray from landing on your skin.
> They themselves wear chemical gas masks.(their option...if they don't then you know they don't take mercury seriously...my dentist and assistant looked funny when they put their gas masks on, but it sure reminded me of how serious a threat mercury is).
>
> It would be a half day drive for you, but I recommend with all my heart and strength a place called Groton Dental in Groton Massachussettes. You want safe removal of fillings, they are pros beyond pros. Each tooth was about $300 to have mercury safely removed and replaced with white. They also offer free seminars on supplements, chelation, and special diets for special needs. Not your run of the mill dentist office.
Posted by bleauberry on March 28, 2008, at 21:43:25
In reply to Re: Looking for dentist for amalgam filling removal » bleauberry, posted by LizinManhattan on March 26, 2008, at 19:56:48
I drove 1 1/2 hours to get to Groton. If it had been twice that distance it would have been more than worth it.
If you decide to do any chelation after amalgam removal, please do not even think about it until after reading the book Amalgam Illness by Andrew Cutler. The book will arm you with all the knowledge you need to know which options are right for you. And it will steer you far away from dangerous risky things that most doctors do and things that are all over the internet. There are safe conservative ways to go, and Andy spells out the details. You can always babblemail me or start a new post on the topic of chelation when you're ready. Even without the book you could get all you need to know from the Yahoo forum Frequent-Dose-Chelation or from me.
Anyway, Groton, 3 1/2 hours? PLan on a stop for a snack or meal along the way and that is actually a quicker drive than expected. That time can fly by. You'll be in Groton before you know it. If they had been average or pretty good I would say find someone closer. But they were phenomenal. 3 1/2 hours really isn't that long anyway. Try to plan with them though to get it all done in one visit like they did with me. They had all of my amalgams replaced in under 2 hours in one visit.
Posted by LizinManhattan on April 1, 2008, at 17:04:29
In reply to Re: Looking for dentist for amalgam filling removal » LizinManhattan, posted by bleauberry on March 28, 2008, at 21:43:25
Thank you so much for the info and for the encouragment! I sent you a babblemail.
Liz> I drove 1 1/2 hours to get to Groton. If it had been twice that distance it would have been more than worth it.
>
> If you decide to do any chelation after amalgam removal, please do not even think about it until after reading the book Amalgam Illness by Andrew Cutler. The book will arm you with all the knowledge you need to know which options are right for you. And it will steer you far away from dangerous risky things that most doctors do and things that are all over the internet. There are safe conservative ways to go, and Andy spells out the details. You can always babblemail me or start a new post on the topic of chelation when you're ready. Even without the book you could get all you need to know from the Yahoo forum Frequent-Dose-Chelation or from me.
>
> Anyway, Groton, 3 1/2 hours? PLan on a stop for a snack or meal along the way and that is actually a quicker drive than expected. That time can fly by. You'll be in Groton before you know it. If they had been average or pretty good I would say find someone closer. But they were phenomenal. 3 1/2 hours really isn't that long anyway. Try to plan with them though to get it all done in one visit like they did with me. They had all of my amalgams replaced in under 2 hours in one visit.
Posted by Franz on April 23, 2008, at 10:09:32
In reply to Re: Looking for dentist for amalgam filling removal, posted by bleauberry on March 21, 2008, at 17:54:24
I have too many fillings and can´t remove them now.
Will taking selenium or other supplement help?. I believe Se could help but what else?.
Also, will taking charcoal orally before a dental work help?. or maybe even for long term?.
Thanks
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