Fillings in Epping, NH
Mercury-Free Fillings That Support Whole-Body Health
- IAOMT S.M.A.R.T. Amalgam Removal Protocol
- Biocompatible, Mercury-Free Materials
- Whole-Body Detox Guidance
- NH's First Dual Board-Certified Biological Dentist
Biological Fillings, Done Differently
New Hampshire’s First Board-Certified Naturopathic Dentist
Dr. Tamatha Johnson is the first dentist in New Hampshire board-certified in both naturopathic dentistry and Integrative Biological Dental Medicine. She looks at every filling through a whole-body lens, considering how the materials in your mouth affect your immune system, inflammation, and long-term health.
Old Amalgam Removed the Safe Way
We follow the Safe Mercury Amalgam Removal Technique (S.M.A.R.T.) established by the International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology. A dental dam, nasal oxygen, dedicated air filtration, and protective barriers keep mercury vapor and particles away from you, and an amalgam separator keeps them out of the environment.
Materials Chosen for Your Body, Not Just Your Tooth
Every filling we place is mercury-free and selected for biocompatibility. Because detox matters as much as the drill, Dr. Johnson also offers nutritional guidance and works alongside medical professionals who can test for and help clear your body’s mercury burden.
What Every Patient Should Know About Silver Fillings
Mercury is the most toxic, non-radioactive element on the earth. As a biological dentist who is mercury-free and mercury-safe, Dr. Johnson cares deeply about our patients’ oral and overall health. We now know there are a number of oral health issues that can severely stress the immune system and have a dramatically negative effect on overall health. Chronic mercury poisoning from ongoing exposure to mercury vapor released from amalgam fillings is one of them.
We understand that when an amalgam filling is removed in an unsafe, uncontrolled environment, the mercury negatively affects the patient, the dental team, and the environment.
At Brentwood Dental Designs, we prioritize your health by adhering to strict protocols for safe mercury amalgam removal. Our office focuses on minimizing toxicity and promoting overall wellness.
Do your silver fillings really need to come out?
I remove amalgam for a living, and I still tell some patients to leave theirs alone. I walk you through exactly what I look for in the chair, and how I decide which fillings to replace and which to simply watch.
Comprehensive Safety Measures
Dr. Johnson is committed to being a mercury-safe dentist and has the specialized equipment, training, experience, and skills necessary to dramatically minimize exposure to mercury during amalgam removal.
The team at Brentwood Dental Designs has been trained in the selection of more biocompatible dental materials and works in conjunction with other medical professionals who are knowledgeable in testing for and detoxifying the mercury burden. We recycle all used mercury with an amalgam separator to protect you and the environment.
S.M.A.R.T. (Safe Mercury Amalgam Removal Technique)
When the time comes to remove a mercury amalgam filling, your well-being is our priority. Our mercury-safe removal process incorporates the following precautions:
Protective Barriers
You will be offered an impermeable barrier to protect your clothes, head, neck, and face, as well as a dental dam or other non-latex, sealed barrier to isolate the tooth being treated.
Oxygen Delivery
For further protection, you will be given your own personal, comfortable nasal mask for oxygen delivery, ensuring you do not inhale any mercury vapors.
Air Filtration
An air filtration system will be in use in the dental treatment room to capture mercury particles and vapors, maintaining a clean and safe environment.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
The dental team will wear respiratory-grade masks in addition to impermeable PPE to safeguard against mercury exposure.
These measures are designed to ensure the highest level of safety for our patients and staff during the amalgam removal process.
Advanced Training and Protocols
Dr. Johnson and the entire team at Brentwood Dental Designs are committed to staying abreast of the latest research, technologies, and methodologies in mercury removal.
We follow the most current guidelines set forth by leading dental and health organizations, ensuring our techniques and protocols are at the cutting edge of the industry. This includes:
These advanced protocols involve measures far beyond what conventional offices use, thus protecting our patients and staff.
Environmental Responsibility
Our safe removal technique goes hand in hand with our dedication to protecting the environment. Our use of amalgam separators and strict adherence to disposal regulations ensure that mercury waste is managed responsibly. We value the health of our patients and planet.
