It's unknown if mercury fillings are really dangerous to your health, but there is research that shows that long-term exposure to mercury could be toxic. Watch dental expert Gerry Curatola, DDS, explain the potential dangers of amalgam fillings.
We really don't know. What we do know is that there is growing body of research, that shows that exposure to mercury over long terms especially chronic, low grade exposure over a very long period of time, has some neurotoxic properties and can be deblitating to your health.
Gerry Curatola, DDS graduated from Colgate University and completed his dental education at New York University College of Dentistry. He is a widely sought after speaker and advisor who has been featured in print and on television.
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