The hidden dangers of mercury dental fillings: Why modern alternatives are safer

FACED with a tooth decay situation as a patient, you visit the dental clinic and the dentist presents two main options for fillings to save the day.

The first is a resin-based composite filling that blends naturally with the tooth’s appearance.

The second, and more traditional choice, is the silver-coloured mercury-based dental amalgam, long favoured for its durability and affordability, particularly in cost-conscious regions like Africa.

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