Mercury exposure in the work place and human health: dental amalgam use in dentistry
Dental clinics face mercury toxicity, waste, and weak safety practices—amalgam separators, capsulated mercury, and bans for kids and pregnancy are urgent.
Safe removal of amalgam fillings in dental clinic: use of synergic nasal filters (active carbon) and phytonaturals
Chewing, brushing, and hot drinks spike mercury from amalgam—safe removal protocols plus carbon nasal filters and phytonaturals cut exposure.
Longitudinal analysis of the association between removal of dental amalgam, urine mercury and 14 self-reported health symptoms
People with amalgam had double the urine mercury; after removal, levels fell and self-reported symptoms were more likely to improve.
Mercury vapour exposure during dental student training in amalgam removal
To maximize safety, dental schools should train students to remove amalgam only while using water spray and high volume suction. Alternatively, students should use appropriate occupational hygiene personal protective equipment during amalgam removals.
ADA Professional Product Review-Executive Summary: An Evaluation of Amalgam Separators
An ADA review of nine amalgam separators found all met the 95% ISO bar—but maximum fill volume and bypass design shape real-world mercury capture.
A safe protocol for amalgam removal
A practical guide to removing mercury fillings more safely—steps that protect patients and the dental team and align with the SMART approach.