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AMALGAM CAN BE USED SAFELY
In past, there has been a biased and unfair discussion in various media outlets about the “Amalgam” restoration material used in dentistry. In response to these views, which insist that amalgam restorations are harmful to human health, we bring to the attention of the public the latest scientific reports of the World Dental Association (FDI) and the American Dental Association (ADA).
Joint results of the World Dental Association (FDI) 2011 statement and the American Dental Association (ADA) December 2010 report.
Dental amalgam is a reliable and effective (effective, useful) restorative material.
With its high mechanical resistance, Edge adaptability and long-term permanence, it is very suitable for the restoration of large oclusal tooth surfaces.
In 6 years of age and older, no causal relationship was established between dental amalgam and health side effects. In addition, 2 studies found no neurological and kidney problems associated with the use of amalgam in people aged 6 years and older.
Based on scientific research, the American food and Drug Administration (FDA) decided that mercury vapor released from dental amalgam does not cause side effects that can be associated with mercury in individuals 6 years of age and older.
The daily dose of Mercury formed in children under 6 years of age with Dental amalgam is lower than the estimated daily dose.
He decided that mercury vapor in the mother’s milk, consisting of Dental amalgam, does not pose a risk to the baby.
Scientific evidence-based studies suggest that Dental amalgam is safe for health.
Negative opinions expressed about Amalgam do not help solve society’s oral and dental health problems, but rather cause anxiety and cause question marks, as can be seen from reactions from various segments of society.
We would like to emphasize once again that “Amalgam” is a restoration material that is accepted all over the world in order to be an interpreter of the justified reactions that have reached our union and to ensure public awareness. It is safely used in the treatment of patients by our colleagues in the world and in our country. Currently, there is no alternative restoration material that can be used in place of dental amalgam.
We’ll bring it to the public’s attention.
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