Are silver-mercury amalgam fillings dangerous?
At present, there have been no scientific studies that prove that amalgams are a health hazard. We simply feel that there are now better materials available. At The Dayspring Center For Laser Dentistry, we do almost exclusively composite (white) fillings, even on back teeth. When done properly and carefully, they will last as long as amalgams, and have the benefit of bonding the tooth together. This strengthens the tooth, as opposed to an amalgam, which weakens the tooth.
