White Fillings

My old fillings could be filling my body with toxins?

We know you thought you were doing what you were supposed to—practicing good oral health since you were a child. Regular dental check-ups, brushing and flossing, treating cavities by having them filled. Today, dentists understand mercury fillings may not be the best choice.

Besides being unattractive—who wants a mouth filled with black and silver—these old style fillings are made up of more than 50 percent mercury. That’s not a good thing. Mercury is an extremely toxic substance. Mercury fillings expand and contract when you eat or drink hot and cold foods, leading to cracks and gaps in and around your teeth.

These cracks are an ideal breeding ground for bacteria, potentially leading to decay and gum disease. For some people, mercury may cause additional health problems.

What’s the solution?

Dr. Burch considers the whole picture when reviewing your oral health concerns. He recommends white fillings, which are metal-free and besides being much more attractive than the old metal fillings, don’t carry the same health risks. There are many reasons to consider metal free fillings, including:

• No toxic metals
• Almost invisible
• No reaction to temperature (don’t conduct cold or heat easily)
• No metal taste in your mouth
• Strengthen teeth because they are bonded

Take charge of your health by removing these potentially health damaging fillings from your mouth and replacing them with a healthy attractive white smile. If you have questions about your old fillings, Dr. Burch will spend the time to educate you about the health concerns associated with mercury or metal fillings.

Don’t put your life at risk by skipping regular visits. At 3D Dental Solutions, we help you to remove those risks and to have a better quality of life.

Make a difference in your life by choosing Dr. Burch, dentist in Mclean VA to improve your oral health and have a better, healthier life. You won’t believe the difference!