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Safe Removal of Amalgam Fillings
The mercury free dentists of the world have been acutely aware of the potential for excess exposure to mercury when removing amalgam fillings, and have devised a number of strategies for reducing the amount of mercury exposure to both patients and dental staff during amalgam removal.
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Protecting yourself from Dental Office Contaminants
This pdf slide presentation was originally shown before the AGD convention in June, 2008. It is a basic introduction to the many toxic hazards to be found in the dental office environment, and methods to protect the dentist, staff and patients. For literature refernces supporting the information presented, please see the accompanying References article.
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The Scientific Case Against Mercury Amalgam
A review of the scientific evidence demonstrating significant exposure to mercury and resulting physiological harm from dental amalgam.
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IAOMT Position on Fluoridation
In IAOMT's ongoing examination of the toxicological data on fluoride, the Academy has made several preliminary determinations over the last 18 years, each concluding that fluoride added to the public water supply, or prescribed as controlled-dose supplements, delivers no discernible health benefit, and causes a higher incidence of adverse health effects.
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Critiques of the Children's Amalgam Trials
In 2006, the Journal of the American Medical Association published two articles that have been widely regarded as proving that amalgam dental fillings are safe for children:
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