Evans Dental Care chooses a safer alternative to amalgam for several reasons. Amalgam is composed of about half mercury, a potent neurotoxin. Studies have linked mercury exposure from amalgam fillings to serious health conditions affecting the urinary, digestive, and respiratory systems. An expectant mother with amalgam fillings can pose danger to the fetus. Studies also show female dentists and dental assistants have a higher incidence of babies born with birth defects than the general population. Mercury exposure is one of the reasons dentists have a higher incidence of suicide and tremors as well as higher heart rates.

At our Williamsburg practice, we take these statistics and findings very seriously. We do not offer amalgam at our practice, providing mercury free dentistry. We utilize the safest dental materials during all of our procedures. Our mercury safe and BioCompatible dentist, Dr. Peter Evans, has received training from the International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology. He follows its strict protocols for safe removal and disposal of amalgam. Patients from Virginia Beach and beyond seek his skills and expertise.

In addition to taking care of the health and safety of our patients, we strive to protect the environment. Mercury can contaminate landfills when it is not properly disposed of. Its gases can affect plants when it enters the atmosphere and becomes absorbed by soil. Amalgam can enter the wastewater when it is suctioned off the mouth and travels through the filtration system. This affects the water treatment system, contaminating the water supply. Eventually, fish can become unsuitable for consumption. We utilize a high suction vacuum to remove mercury during an amalgam filling removal procedure. We also take extra precautions to ensure our patients, staff, and the environment are safeguarded.

Although amalgam is the most used material in dentistry, the Evans Dental Care team offers natural looking solutions to restore the smile such as BPA-free composite resin and BioCompatible porcelain. We can also replace missing teeth with bio-ceramic dental bridges or bio-ceramic dental implants. If you are looking for a natural looking and safer alternative to amalgam or wish to have your silver filling removed, call Donna at 757-349-8877 to schedule a consultation with Dr. Evans.