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Amalgam Debate
There are numerous researchers, clinicians, professional bodies and consumers who have contrary positions regarding the use of amalgam as a restorative material.
Given the complexity of the issue we have chosen to simplify our position as follows:
Until all concerned parties can accept a definitive answer, treat mercury-containing materials as all other governing bodies outside of dentistry – as potentially harmful and toxic.
This does not mean we are concerned about existing, stable restorations. Simply that we choose not to place more of them. As with any restoration, if an amalgam filling is failing, then it should be replaced. At Peninsula Dental Centre this means choosing an alternative material.
For those interested in information on both sides of the issues, we have provided the following links:
Pro:
Con: Health Canada Position Statement National Institute for Science, Law and Public Policy, Washington D.C.
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