Hi, I’m Dr. Apsey in Warren Michigan. We’re located on 13 mile between Hoover and Van Dyke. You can also see me on my website at drapseydds.com. I’m here today to talk about why I’ve chosen to be a Mercury free office.
In silver fillings, that a lot of people have in their mouths there’s about 50% mercury. Now the Mercury is tied up in the metal and it is fairly stable. But over time as we chew on these fillings from the day they go in until the day they are removed they continuously release a small amount of mercury vapor. It’s a small amount but its everyday and its cumulative. If mercury vapor is a known toxin there’s no reason to have even a small amount in your body. That was one of the reasons why I chose not to use mercury containing fillings in my dental office. Instead I use ceramics, porcelain, composites- materials that both look better and I feel have no safety or health risk issues.
My patients love and are generally happy to have it in their mouth. So come into my office if you would like to do so and I would be happy to talk with you about your options. Thank you!
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Dr. Gregory Apsey and Smile Brightly Dentistry is located in Warren, Michigan. For more information or to schedule a dental appointment you can call the Warren, Michigan Dental Office at 586) 573-7700.