The Truth About Mercury Fillings: What You Should Know

April 15, 2026
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Posted By: Katie To, DDS

If you have silver fillings, there's something important you should know -

They're made of approximately 50% mercury, one of the most toxic metals on the planet.

Why It Matters Every time you chew, grind, or drink hot liquids, those fillings release small amounts of mercury vapor. Over time, that vapor is absorbed into your body and can accumulate in your organs, tissues, and brain.

What We Do Differently We don't place mercury fillings — ever. And if you have existing ones, we offer safe removal using the SMART protocol (Safe Mercury Amalgam Removal Technique), which protects you, our team, and the environment during the process.

What We Use Instead Biocompatible, non-toxic materials that are safer for your body and look completely natural.

Your health doesn't stop at your teeth. If you've been wondering about your old silver fillings, we'd love to talk through your options.