Re: History of dental amalgam

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Hi,

Shocking that the dangerous, potentially toxic, creation of quacks of 18th

century is still used merrily by the " qualified " dentists. Those who practice

this need to understand that society is taking note of their irrational

practice. We have the right to voice for the common concern and ask

accountability from them.

Let us hear more from you moderator on this.

Vijay

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> History of dental amalgam

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> When dental amalgam was created more than one hundred and fifty years ago, few

dentists had medical qualifications. Many knew, however, that mercury was a

toxic metal more poisonous than lead, cadmium and arsenic. Since the beginning

of its usage as a dental filling material the word “mercury†has been

meticulously avoided- preventing most people from knowing that approximately

half the material implanted in their teeth is actually one of the most toxic

metals known to man.

> Opponents of amalgam have challenged its use in dentistry since its

introduction.  The first reported use in dental restorations was in 1818.

 Since then, concerns over the toxic effects of mercury have persisted. The

American Society of Dental Surgeons, formed in 1840, so abhorred the use of

amalgam that it required its members to sign pledges that they would not use it.

In 1848, The Society of Dentists of the City and State of New York suspended

eleven  members for " malpractice, " because they used amalgam. Internal strife

over the use of mercury in dentistry led to the formation of the American Dental

Association, whose leaders did not oppose its use.

> In the late 1920's, anti-amalgamists challenged the use of amalgam again, as

evidence surrounding the toxic effect of certain mercury compounds " appeared

indisputable. "  Despite this, the use and popularity of amalgam in dentistry

continued to grow rapidly.

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> Questions about its safety arose again about two decades ago and continue

unabated. Nevertheless, mainstream dentistry believes it is " most unlikely " that

the current " anti-amalgam crusade " will succeed in eliminating its use.

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> Dr. Smita

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Hi,

One possible solution for the government could be to make the newer tooth fillers (which are free of any toxicity) cheaper than the price of amalgam or even start taxing dental amalgam heavily. This will shift the use to better tooth fillers.

Anupama

From: Vijay <drvijaythawani@...>Subject: Re: History of dental amalgamnetrum Date: Monday, 22 March, 2010, 4:35 PM

Hi,Shocking that the dangerous, potentially toxic, creation of quacks of 18th century is still used merrily by the "qualified" dentists. Those who practice this need to understand that society is taking note of their irrational practice. We have the right to voice for the common concern and ask accountability from them. Let us hear more from you moderator on this.Vijay>> History of dental amalgam> > When dental amalgam was created more than one hundred and fifty years ago, few dentists had medical qualifications. Many knew, however, that mercury was a toxic metal more poisonous than lead, cadmium and arsenic. Since the beginning of its usage as a dental filling material

the word “mercury†has been meticulously avoided- preventing most people from knowing that approximately half the material implanted in their teeth is actually one of the most toxic metals known to man.> Opponents of amalgam have challenged its use in dentistry since its introduction. The first reported use in dental restorations was in 1818. Since then, concerns over the toxic effects of mercury have persisted. The American Society of Dental Surgeons, formed in 1840, so abhorred the use of amalgam that it required its members to sign pledges that they would not use it. In 1848, The Society of Dentists of the City and State of New York suspended eleven members for "malpractice, " because they used amalgam. Internal strife over the use of mercury in dentistry led to the formation of the American Dental Association, whose leaders did not oppose its use. > In the late 1920's, anti-amalgamists challenged the use of

amalgam again, as evidence surrounding the toxic effect of certain mercury compounds "appeared indisputable. " Despite this, the use and popularity of amalgam in dentistry continued to grow rapidly. > > Questions about its safety arose again about two decades ago and continue unabated. Nevertheless, mainstream dentistry believes it is "most unlikely" that the current "anti-amalgam crusade" will succeed in eliminating its use.> > Dr. Smita > > > Your Mail works best with the New Optimized IE8. Get it NOW! http://downloads. / in/internetexplo rer/>

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Hi anupama,

Nice to hear from you. We'll discuss about the comparison of dental amalgam with other available alternatives in the coming days.

Dr. Smita

From: Vijay <drvijaythawani@ .co. in>Subject: Re: History of dental amalgamnetrumgroups (DOT) comDate: Monday, 22 March, 2010, 4:35 PM

Hi,Shocking that the dangerous, potentially toxic, creation of quacks of 18th century is still used merrily by the "qualified" dentists. Those who practice this need to understand that society is taking note of their irrational practice. We have the right to voice for the common concern and ask accountability from them. Let us hear more from you moderator on this.Vijay>> History of dental amalgam> > When dental amalgam was created more than one hundred and fifty years ago, few dentists had medical qualifications. Many knew, however, that mercury was a toxic metal more poisonous than lead, cadmium and arsenic. Since the beginning of its usage as a dental filling material the word “mercury†has been

meticulously avoided- preventing most people from knowing that approximately half the material implanted in their teeth is actually one of the most toxic metals known to man.> Opponents of amalgam have challenged its use in dentistry since its introduction. The first reported use in dental restorations was in 1818. Since then, concerns over the toxic effects of mercury have persisted. The American Society of Dental Surgeons, formed in 1840, so abhorred the use of amalgam that it required its members to sign pledges that they would not use it. In 1848, The Society of Dentists of the City and State of New York suspended eleven members for "malpractice, " because they used amalgam. Internal strife over the use of mercury in dentistry led to the formation of the American Dental Association, whose leaders did not oppose its use. > In the late 1920's, anti-amalgamists challenged the use of amalgam again, as evidence surrounding

the toxic effect of certain mercury compounds "appeared indisputable. " Despite this, the use and popularity of amalgam in dentistry continued to grow rapidly. > > Questions about its safety arose again about two decades ago and continue unabated. Nevertheless, mainstream dentistry believes it is "most unlikely" that the current "anti-amalgam crusade" will succeed in eliminating its use.> > Dr. Smita > > > Your Mail works best with the New Optimized IE8. Get it NOW! http://downloads. / in/internetexplo rer/>

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