FAQs

What is invisalign, how this works?

Invisalign is a technique of straightening the teeth without the use of metal braces. Comfort, removability, and effectiveness are the main reasons for the popularity of the technique. In this a series of aligners are used to instead of braces. These aligners are custom made according to the individual case. The orthodontist will take the impression of the teeth using advanced 3-D computer-imaging technology and sent it to a professional laboratory where these aligners are manufactured. Invisalign are virtually invisible and therefore does not interfere with appearance like in the case of metal braces.

What Is Dental Amalgam?

Dental amalgam is a mixture of mercury with a metal. Dental amalgam consists of a percentage of elemental liquid mercury and an alloy powder that is composed of metals, such as silver, tin, copper, zinc, palladium, and indium. It is used as a dental restorative material due to its strength, durability, and bacteriostatic effects. Approximately 70 percent of the restorations are done using Dental amalgam due to its excellent strength and durability.

What is mercury-free dentistry?

Dental amalgam contains 50% mercury and it has been proved that mercury is noxious to the body. Studies have shown that mercury has a worse effect than Lead, Cadmium and Arsenic on human body. Many of the dentists have completely eliminated the use of mercury in any of the dental care procedures this is referred to as mercury-free dentistry. Mercury-Free Dentist can safely remove and replace mercury amalgam fillings.

How Can I Find A Mercury-Free Dentist?

Internet is the best place to search for a Mercury-Free Dentist. There are many websites that contain comprehensive listings of Mercury-Free Dentist. You can go through these websites and find a good Mercury-Free Dentist in your area. These websites maintain a complete database that contains information on Mercury-Free Dentists and the practices offered by them.