Dentistry Without Mercury

Front Cover ......Page 1
Printer\'s imprint, disclaimer ......Page 2
Quotations ......Page 3
Contents ......Page 4
Dedication ......Page 5
Introduction ......Page 6
Common Complaints (symptoms) ......Page 9
What is Silver Amalgam? ......Page 10
Are the mercury filling materials safe? ......Page 11
What causes the mercury to escape? ......Page 13
What causes the corrosion (rusting)? ......Page 14
Can oral galvanism cause other problems? ......Page 15
What is the American Dental Association’s position on the release of mercury ......Page 16
What are the FDA responsibilities on mixed amalgam? ......Page 21
What are the potential health problems that could be caused by mercury vapor escaping? ......Page 22
Signs and Symptoms of mercury toxicity ......Page 27
Symptom Analysis of 1569 Patients ......Page 32
How can I find out if the mercury is hurting me? ......Page 34
Dental material options when you replace amalgam ......Page 38
Is replacing amalgams dangerous? ......Page 42
How expensive are the new materials and will my insurance plan pay for them? ......Page 47
What is informed consent? ......Page 52
References ......Page 54
Appendix A: Testing for Mercury ......Page 58
Informed Consent Form ......Page 65
Medical History Form ......Page 67
Directory of Organizations ......Page 69
Foundation for Toxic Free Dentistry ......Page 70
Dental Amalgam Mercury Syndrome (DAMS) ......Page 76
FTFD Membership Application ......Page 80
Suggested Reading ......Page 82
Rear Cover ......Page 83