Just wanted to say thank you for posting such a video! I recently had an old silver filling from my teens-days fail and kinda crack in half…I wasn’t in any pain, but totally freaking out. Thanks so much for this video and education

@BiomimeticDentistry

2 жыл бұрын

My pleasure 🙏🏻 Thank you for commenting.

So happy to have come across your video. I just got an amalgam on my two back top teeth. I felt little bits go down my neck as he was filling it because he didn’t use a dam, and on top of that, he did not inform me that he was using silver at all! I was surprised/upset to see it in the mirror after I got home. Anyway, I now have an appointment with a more trustworthy dentist to see if he will replace them with white ones. I know it is not recommended to replace with composites before you need to, but I’m worried about the possible expansion of the silver with hot and cold causing my tooth to crack. I’m very upset because I feel like there is no right answer here. Anyway, thanks for your informative video! Glad to see there are dentists who genuinely care to inform. :)

@BiomimeticDentistry

8 ай бұрын

Sorry you have to go through that. I hope everything goes well 🫶🏼

Amazing teaching in detail. Thank you so much. Hope all dentist have such caring abilities.🙏🏽

@BiomimeticDentistry

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

I have had 20 years of chronic and systemic pain, progressive adrenal fatigue, and disabling brain fog. I encountered an ad on KZread yesterday describing these symptoms as potentially being attributable to mercury amalgam fillings. I had two fillings many years ago and I’ve been struggling with trying to figure out what was causing my pain and fatigue. It seems to me that mercury is a most obvious culprit and I appreciate your video because I am researching what it’s going to take to replace these fillings. Thank you, Doctor!

@claudettewallace4935

2 жыл бұрын

I just found out today that Mercury from a filling in my tooth from years ago was causing problems in my health

@IlIKRATOSIlI

Жыл бұрын

I have 8 amalgam fillings. I would look at your B12 and Ferritin levels.

@hartvenessa

Жыл бұрын

Indeed!

@NewYorkDDS

Жыл бұрын

You know ads are targeted towards you right? - You must do a lot of googling/searching for those symptoms. It has nothing to do with amalgams. They're just preying on you.

Thanks for this video. Never new this kind of dentistry existed. Will see if anyone in my area provides this.

Thanks for sharing the cost range, a biomimetic filling is surprisingly affordable.

I wish you were my doctor 😭 I have 6 silver fillings that needs to be remove but I don't know which dentist I can trust to have the procedure done.

@BiomimeticDentistry

3 жыл бұрын

=) There are good ones out there, but if you can't find one, you know where to find me.

@mparthur144

3 жыл бұрын

@@BiomimeticDentistry I have a question: I have an inlay done in Aug 2019. However, the tooth now smells every time I use Waterpik to floss the area surrounding the tooth. Can I remove the inlay and replace it with a normal filling? I never had this issue with a normal filling. I know the cavity is deep but it hasn't reached the nerve yet. Even if it reaches the nerve, I will have a root canal treatment with a filling (if it is possible to have one instead of an inlay).

@Jessica-369

3 жыл бұрын

I have 6 to replace too. 😢I wish it was more affordable to replace them with a holistic dentist.

Thank you for this information.

So many offices go straight to replacing with a crown. Glad to know it’s not a must. Just have to keep looking and doing research. Thanks.

@BiomimeticDentistry

3 жыл бұрын

yes its very unfortunate. I teach courses to help spread the word about this kind of stuff but change takes time. All the Best- MN

@dorothybrown8859

2 жыл бұрын

I agree. I had to insist when I made an appointment yesterday, that I do not want a crown on my #2 molar. If the filling cannot be replaced I would rather have an extraction. I am a 76 year old immune compromised female, and am fearful of getting an infection if the tooth is not repaired correctly.

Do you recommend GOLD inlays/onlays? Especially for the posterior teeth?

Thank you ! Thank you!

@BiomimeticDentistry

Жыл бұрын

You are welcome!

Love the channel

@BiomimeticDentistry

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

My dentist remarked that resin fillings do not expand or contract, with temperature differences, I live in the Northeast where it can be 10 degrees or 90. He said they're more likely to pop out.

Very interesting you are very knowledgeable well explain thank you very much

@BiomimeticDentistry

Жыл бұрын

🙏🏼 thank you

I got silver filling more than ten years already what can I do to replace it or what are my options

Thank you so much for this informativve video. It seems dentistry has become much more complicated, which is frustrating. I feel better informed because of your video. Thank you, again.

@BiomimeticDentistry

2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! More difficult as it becomes more advanced for sure.

I’m interested in getting my one and only silver filling removed and replaced with a white filling. I have a really severe gag reflex and the dentist who placed the silver filling in my tooth said it was my only option. I wasn’t happy with him after that and I switched to a dentist who offered iv sedation to fill the other teeth that had cavities with white filling. I had the silver filling since 2009. The tooth with the silver filling is starting to feel a little sensitive l, but not when I chew or bite down. I think it’s starting to chip or crack. Thank you for the video. It helped me to decide to ask the dentist I go to now if he would be willing to remove and replace the silver filling. I go to a dentist who offers iv sedation and his office is Mercury free. I just couldn’t get used to the silver filling. But know more about silver fillings and the other filling options, it wouldn’t hurt to ask my dentist his opinion and if the silver filling can be removed and replaced successfully on that molar.

I had a gap between the central and lateral incisor teeth both. Which made food always get stuck between them everytime I eat. The doctor filled that gap but he made a gap between the lateral incisor and canine eye tooth. And now I'm having the same problem all over again but from the other side when I actually didn't have that problem there. There was no gap. Is that normal or is that not okay? And what would you suggest me to do?

@BiomimeticDentistry

3 жыл бұрын

Teeth do move and rotate throughout life. I can't visualize exactly what is going on or why. I know this is annoying to hear but I suggest you check with a dentist or your dentist. Options might include Invisalign, ortho, bondings, or a retainer to prevent teeth from moving further.

Could you do a video on building up molars? The cusp on mine have sorta worn down and I was wondering if there was a way to build these back up and restore chewing function. Thanks ...

@BiomimeticDentistry

2 жыл бұрын

Yes thats a good idea. I added it to my project board. Its a confusing subject for patients so I would love to explain that one. 🙏🏼 Thanks for the Idea.

I want to have mine replaced so bad. I've had such bad experiences with dentists.Just need the money.

I'm just watching this video after get silver filling God bless me now .

I watched this entire video throughly and attentively because I want to be fully aware when my dentist explains my treatment, and I don’t be sitting there like “WHAATT??????!!” Whatever he informs me I want to be aware and understand the procedure and that means your presentation of this video was “BRAVO” 🎉👍🏼👍🏼😂😂🙌🏻

@BiomimeticDentistry

Жыл бұрын

Thank you =)

ive had like 10 amalgam fillings for the past 15 years and ive been having metallic taste in my mouth for over a year and many many many other neurological symptoms and gastrointestinal problems and no doctor says that it could be possible that the amalgam fillings could be at fault (maybe they dont know how the amalgam can decay or what substances lead to mobilization? and also methylmercury?) do you think i should get the fillings removed asap? and how much money do you think i should save? insurance only covers removal if someone is allergic to the amalgam 1 month ago, one filling got loose and fell out even im really mad that this was done to me as a child, and ive always been very sensitive to environmental toxins since last year, i was even diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, and i never had those symptoms in that severity (i had symptoms before i had those fillings but its only gotten worse ever since)

@ashleighrawlings5171

3 жыл бұрын

Hey, I’ve got the same issue regarding the metallic taste I hate it!

@BiomimeticDentistry

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Alex, sorry to hear about this. Regarding the cost- It depends on the size of the fillings. Some may need inlay or onlay restorations, some might need crowns, and some could do with fillings of different sizes. If the teeth are cracked, its more likely that an inlay or onlay restoration would be recommended. Anyhow, I can't really estimate the cost because it depends on the treatment plan. Regarding my recommendation- I usually evaluate the restoration in reference to the actual current condition + the patient's desire. It is impossible to predict if removal with result in resolution of your symptoms, but if the restorations are already problematic or defective then there is nothing to lose. If the restorations are perfectly intact, then I would say it is up to you because there is no definitive way to determine if this will help without trying, and thats a risk you would need to take if you determine that you have exhausted other options.

@mysteryandmeaning297

2 жыл бұрын

There's no methylmercury in amalgam filings. They use another kind of very less toxic mercury

i have 2 amalgum feelings , almost 9 years....few days ago one of my sealed tooth broke in side ...there was no pain but some discomfort when i eat food...so i went to dentist ...he has done a temporary feeling and told me to come after 21 days...if it's create pain then its need a root canel otherwise permanent feeling .....is this Ok?

I'm not sure if you still look at the comments for this video, but I just want to thank you for this video. After years of neglecting my dental health I ended up having to get all of my back teeth filled with amalgams last year. But despite me taking this step in restoring my dental health, my mouth honestly feels worse than it did before the restoration. My bite constantly feels off and my teeth still feel sensitive despite this taking place almost a year ago. And now finding out that my fillings could potentially be poisoning my body too makes me feel even worse. I definitely do want to get my amalgam fillings replaced with a composite, but I feel like the damage has been done already and trying to get them replaced would be too costly. I am honestly not sure what the next step should be for me.

@floydcage2494

2 жыл бұрын

If I was you, I'd use this time to save up on more money to be able to replace them. What's done is done and having a tooth with metal on it is better than being toothless. If you're not having any medical problems relating to what silver fillings could cause then I wouldn't rush on getting them removed as they're guaranteed to last around a decade

@BiomimeticDentistry

2 жыл бұрын

The damage is not done, it continues with cracks that develop. See the new tooth cycle video I posted. If your bite is off and you are uncomfortable, you should replace them. However, please do your research. Replacing them does not mean it will get better for sure and the quality of the service is the most important aspect. A white filling can be terrible or excellent, but its the provider that makes that difference not the filling alone.

Any doctors in New York that you can recommend?

Do you do second opinions or consults if we can send you our records?

You speak of the advantages of composite fillings because they are bonded. What about bonded amalgam fillings?

@BiomimeticDentistry

3 жыл бұрын

Better than non-bonded amalgam but nothing like tooth substance. Composite is similar to dentin. Metal has a high modulus of elasticity that is incompatible with how an intact tooth is designed. From the standpoint of mimicking nature, its no contest. From a standpoint of longevity, complications, etc its also in favor of composite

Can I take Chlorella for detox after replacement for a white filing?

@BiomimeticDentistry

3 жыл бұрын

I don't know if that has any significant impact, but if rubber dam was used, the studies show no detectable increase in blood mercury after removal. The problem is most people don't use rubber dam and practice dentistry to the standard necessary to minimize exposure and do good clean work.

I know someone who had 4 white fillings done at the same time and he had to change them to the silver because he said they caused him so much sensitivity that it was painful. Has this happened to anyone? I just had a white filling done myself a couple of months ago and I have a lot of sensitivity from very hot or cold drink/food so I've been thinking of going back to the dentist to get it changed back to the silver. But now I'm learning that they are somewhat toxic. I get a lot of migraines the older I get and I have had two silver ones done about 15 years ago. I don't know what to do I'm confused. (all the fillings are small btw) I hope the Dr. or anyone out there can give me some advice. Thank you!

@sl4983

Жыл бұрын

Good point. I had all silver and never had sensitivity, but, one or two corners broke off eventually, well I'm thinking can be covered with a crown

My dentist is a fan of the silver fillings and I'm watching these bc he suggest 1 or 2 crown on my teeth to replace my silver fillings. I am scared! I def. do want to get a second opinion bc I don't like the idea of my teeth being shaved down.

@BiomimeticDentistry

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! At the end of the day, the quality of the procedure is super important but I would always try to avoid crowns. The only caveat is to make sure that the procedure is done well and unfortunately thats less common than it should be!!!!

I recently got resin-based composite filling for cavities in my molars. I’m worry about how I can’t eat certain food. How can I make fillings last longer? I keep hearing bad things about it.

@BiomimeticDentistry

2 жыл бұрын

What can't you eat? You should be able to eat like normal. There isn't anything you can do to make them last longer except proper oral hygiene (brushing and floss). The rest of the longevity is based on how well they were done.

@floydcage2494

2 жыл бұрын

@@BiomimeticDentistry so you can eat things like fried chicken and steak without having to worry about resin composite fillings breaking off sooner than it should?

Having 2 fillings in the UK at the end of the month, but he didn't really give me the option and assumed I wanted 2 alagam fillings, changing to white fillings, but one is on the wisdom tooth, not sure if that is an issue? hope you get back to me Dr. Matt

@BiomimeticDentistry

2 жыл бұрын

Well remember that the most important thing is the quality of the restoration. A white filling can be more prone to problems when it is done poorly, or it can be better than a silver filling when it is done well. I would rather have the best restoration possible, but that is not to say that any dentist will produce the same results. Some may provide really poor results with composite fillings so you want to ask them what they recommend. I want people to know that it is possible to get the absolute best results with composite (white) fillings when everything is done optimally, but that doesn't mean it will always be the best option, especially if it is done quickly or poorly without the proper steps to make it succeed.

can gold be used as a substitute to amalgam? I know it's nonsense but i'm just curious

@BiomimeticDentistry

3 жыл бұрын

Gold is used instead of amalgam historically. Lots of people have gold fillings or gold inlays and onlays. Its a much better material, but it still is not similar to the properties of your teeth and we see some mechanical problems with these restorations, especially the fillings and inlays. All the Best- MN

What are your thoughts on gold fillings? I wish they would make a comeback. I feel like it's the best filling material.

@BiomimeticDentistry

2 жыл бұрын

Gold fillings were made with gold foil which has not been used forever. Gold inlays and onlays are still used. They do well compared to traditional fillings and crowns but they are non-bonded and there is truly nothing comparable to bonded biomimetic restorations. Biomimetic restorations have been shown to be superior from every possible angle except for the technique simplicity. Its the best but it is not the easiest.

@jakec5618

2 жыл бұрын

@@BiomimeticDentistry I see, thanks for the reply. I got some silver amalgam fillings in my 3rd molars (wisdom teeth). I wanted to replace them with something less toxic and without mercury. Figured gold would be good. However, I think a recent dentist I saw, when asked about replacing those fillings, said they are pretty deep and changing them out would hurt. Thing is, I don't want those fillings due to the mercury, I also grind/clench my teeth at night.

@Idlepit2

Жыл бұрын

@@jakec5618 if it's wisdom teeth why not just get them removed? It's pretty common for people to have wisdom teeth removed as they often cause issue's

@jaylenebiesemans5855

Жыл бұрын

@@Idlepit2true

@sl4983

11 ай бұрын

I can tell you a gold crown is the bomb. Nothing will happen to your tooth that is covered by a gold crown. If I could, I would go back and do more of them just for that reason.

He's right! My silver fillings ended up with crowns. I'm not hard on my teeth either. 😬

Can composite fillings be of grey color? Idk if the filling I got is actual silver or not. It’s been 2 weeks and I feel like I’m more anxious.

@BiomimeticDentistry

Жыл бұрын

Sometimes the grey is the tooth from previous silver staining/corrosion. It could be other things but it its impossible to tell without seeing it.

GM Dr , I have three silver filling , the corner of my mouth is getting dark and am getting a taste coming from one of my filings.

@BiomimeticDentistry

3 жыл бұрын

You should consider replacing them or at least evaluating them.

Can you eventually replace white fillings with biometric fillings?

@BiomimeticDentistry

2 жыл бұрын

Yes you can!

Do you know any that has composite filling that lasted 30 years?

@BiomimeticDentistry

Жыл бұрын

Yes- many.

Don't they have to do air vacuuming filtering and suction while removing them?

@BiomimeticDentistry

Жыл бұрын

The studies show that using rubber dam and high volume evacuation results in no detectable increase in mercury levels. According to the science, those are the absolute requirements and more is precautionary.

I read a lot of questions on Quora about dentistry, and it turns out many old dentists in America (say graduated in the 1970s) still believe composite restorations cannot and should not be performed on posterior teeth, and perhaps some of them rarely done composite fillings at all. They say composite fillings on posterior teeth (uniformly) last no longer than 5 years. Do you think this is still the case with today's advancement of dental material?

@BiomimeticDentistry

11 ай бұрын

No, most recent articles show composite outperforms amalgam restorations even when placed in average conditions (Opdam, et.al). In prime conditions, far superior but people love to cling onto the past and act like nothing can improve over 50 years...

I have amalgam fillings over 10 years until now sometimes get pain on my tooth, do i have to remove amalg fillings? I don't feel uncomfortable with my tooth :( do you have any recommendation

@BiomimeticDentistry

Жыл бұрын

It sounds like a serious problem. You need to have it evaluated by a dentist as soon as possible!

I have two teeth with the silver fillings and not sure if I should remove it. Recently, my husband tooth crack with a silver filing and unfortunately he had extracted the tooth 😢.

@BiomimeticDentistry

Жыл бұрын

My advice is not to change a restoration unless there are signs of problems or defects. Some patients want them removed due to fear or concern of the metal exposure, but that is not substantiated and I personally believe some patients are more sensitive to it than others. It's a personal choice. Do you eat organic everything? I don't think pesticides are good for you, but people can make their own choices.

I have mercury fillings and 2 root canals. I feel my body is being slowly poisoned as I am struggling with several health issues.. pls advise best ways to have them removed.

@BiomimeticDentistry

2 жыл бұрын

See a dentist with quality you can trust to provide a treatment plan and take care of this. Its hard to positively identify that the restorations are causing this, but if you have tried other options and you feel that this is contributing, then you can seek the dental care to address this. Best- MN

What is the safest dental filling material and cement? That are non-toxic, BPA free, fluoride free, aluminum free and other chemicals free?

@BiomimeticDentistry

Жыл бұрын

With no regard to physical properties? In other words, is the priority everything you listed regardless of how well it performs from a strength, durability, and structural integrity standpoint? The topic is very complicated and the best filling material is your own tooth structure and minimizing the need for replacement, but some materials require more tooth removal in order to restore with them.

There are several studies like the IAOMT ones, who say that the mercury vapor issued by the amalgam fillings are WAY superior to the FDA stimations.

@BiomimeticDentistry

11 ай бұрын

Reference please.

@elmate666666

11 ай бұрын

@@BiomimeticDentistry www.paracelsus.com/resources/haley_the-toxicity-of-oral-infections-and-amalgams.pdf iaomt.org/wp-content/uploads/02_course_documents.pdf

Is this filling last longer n better than ceramic inlay or onlay

@BiomimeticDentistry

Жыл бұрын

Hard question to answer. Usually the best option is based on the actual clinical circumstances, so sometimes a filling is best and other times an inlay or onlay. Whichever is best is expected to last longest. 3D printing will revolutionize treatment options with 3D printed fillings that are stronger than fillings and cheaper than inlays! its currently very tricky to to them but its going to get better!

Why not a gold inlay or onlay in the posterior?

@BiomimeticDentistry

Жыл бұрын

Why not a ceramic inlay or onlay on the posterior. The 10 yr survival with average technique is 93%-95%. i think gold can do well when its done well but I don’t think its better than well done ceramic.

46 years old and i have had mercury in my mouth since I was a kid. Worrying about my health. We know we cant trust who

Naturally how to grow damage teeth please doctor says me

@BiomimeticDentistry

3 жыл бұрын

The tooth can not grow back. Its somewhat like asking a finger to grow back. Its just not possible unfortunately. Best- MN

Hmm I wanna go to this doctod

@BiomimeticDentistry

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you =) www.hnsdentistry.com - Dr. Matt Nejad

How long does this take?

@BiomimeticDentistry

3 жыл бұрын

What specifically. It depends on how large, how many teeth, what treatment, etc. Best- MN

A small part of one of my silver filling fell out. Should I be worried about mercury poisoning and bacteria?

@BiomimeticDentistry

3 жыл бұрын

I would be most concerned about further tooth complications like fracture, caries, recurrent decay, sensitivity, food impaction.

How to get request a biometic at the dentist?

@BiomimeticDentistry

Жыл бұрын

You'll have to search your area, its becoming more common but it is not something everyone does.

can I simply remove the teeth that have the amalgam fillings

@BiomimeticDentistry

2 жыл бұрын

You could but its not my recommendation! - MN

My filling just fell out it's not a silver filling it's just a normal white one. I didn't swallow it thank God but now I have a hold in the back on top of my mouth.

@BiomimeticDentistry

Жыл бұрын

hope its a simple fix! Any symptoms?

Thank you for this amazing video 😊 I would like to ask how many amalgam fillings can be removed in one session ? I have 9 fillings 😭

@BiomimeticDentistry

7 ай бұрын

Thank you. It depends on how long your appointment is and what how big they are. For me, 9 would be more than a day of work. Sometimes we schedule full-day appointments but thats a lot for one-day but it might be possible depending on the details. Most people work much faster but quality over speed is my goal.

@MoonLight-oo2bn

7 ай бұрын

@@BiomimeticDentistry thank you so much for your kind answer ☺️

Thank you Doctor. Can you refer me to a Doctor located in Honolulu, Hawaii.

How long biomimetic filling last?

@BiomimeticDentistry

Жыл бұрын

No way to say because it depends on the patients oral care, hygiene, maintenance, etc but its typically the longest lasting treatment option in any condition.

What about the toxins released when you have silver fillings removed? Should you definitely go to a holistic dentists that provides the protection necessary.

@BiomimeticDentistry

9 ай бұрын

The only thing that is necessary is a rubberdam. Studies show that when a rubberdam is used, your level of exposure is not detectable. Everything else is gimmicky and has no scientific evidence. Many holistic dentists do composite fillings that are not with a biomimetic approach.

I'm 17 and that thing fell out the last year I don't know if I swallow that shit but now I have some bad symptoms nooo

@gersonbn8415

Жыл бұрын

And all because of my parents

@BiomimeticDentistry

Жыл бұрын

Sorry to hear that. Try to take care of it before it becomes a bigger problem. Hopefully its still savable! Best- MN

YEAH KNOWLEDGE

@BiomimeticDentistry

3 жыл бұрын

Yeahhh!!!

@Fable1Guides

3 жыл бұрын

This is probably the kind of dentist who went against the grain. Fluoride is bad I'll leave it at that.

@BiomimeticDentistry

3 жыл бұрын

@@Fable1Guides Cavities are bad too! Fluoride is effective. Most people worldwide use Fluoride and live a long life. I have so many patients that don't use fluoride and have rampant caries. I have a few that also don't have cavities but theres no debate to the effectiveness of fluoride to protect against cavities. Beyond that, it's up to you but don't generalize without experience.

I’ve silver fillings that would like be changed to white, but I’ve had them for over 22 years and never had a problem with them. I don’t know if I should or not

@mysteryandmeaning297

2 жыл бұрын

The vapors of mercury is gone after 7 yrs

@floydcage2494

2 жыл бұрын

If you got the money and really want to do it, then you should but I heard from a hygienist that removing silver fillings could cause exposure of dangerous toxins that silver fillings contain so if you want them removed then you'd probably want to go to a good dentist that's against silver fillings

@deborahheard2191

Жыл бұрын

Don't do it the dentist out here or just trying to make money and you'll have sensitivity. A dentist took six silver fillings out of my autistic son's mouth and now it won't let me brush any of his teeth and he's nonverbal so this dentist only told me under my son would never have to go to the dentist again. In hindsight for us I took the dentist word as gospel but You're only supposed to remove the silver fillings if they're loose leaking or hurting you otherwise the dentist is going to remove your silver in any decay and they're going to just make a bigger hole. leave it take my advice leave it

@j.davidtaylor2565

Жыл бұрын

Don't. You will get more mercury exposure from drilling them out than from a lifetime of having them in your mouth. And plenty of those restorations can last you until you're dead.

@nancylouin2002

Жыл бұрын

if it's not causing a problem, do not create one. if you start feeling symptoms, then it's worth a shot. Every time they go in your mouth, they get another chance to ruin your health in one way or another.

Where is your office located ??

Can biomimetic filling last 40 years And what its cost

@BiomimeticDentistry

Жыл бұрын

It could, cost depends on country, person, size, and quality.

and theres me with a tooth that has a silver filling that's really painful at the moment 🙃

@BiomimeticDentistry

3 жыл бұрын

Sorry to hear that =(

I remember one of mine crumbled out of my tooth

@BiomimeticDentistry

2 жыл бұрын

Yep! see that a lot too with time.

Why would you replace silver fillings? They have a corrosive layer that provides greater protection from micro leakage.

@BiomimeticDentistry

Жыл бұрын

Good job watching the video 👌

@user-sr3tj5gn8y

Жыл бұрын

@@BiomimeticDentistry yeah I watched it but it still didn't really answer my main question. I understand the Mercury controversy but when Mercury is bound with other metals you don't get Mercury leakage, it changes it to a completely different type of metal. One thing I have noticed is dentists bulk fill with composite instead of doing a layering fill. Most of them cure from the top which causes the material to shrink and pull away from the walls causing more micro leakage. So our biomedical fillings just a fancy way of saying you should always have proper technique? Because bulk filling is very poor technique.

What about govt transparency? NIH did a grant study on dental white fillings. Guess what study was referring to? Increasing estrogen in body from these white fillings. Shouldn't MALES have a choice before these dental white fillings are used? This study determined whether placement of composite (white) dental restorations (fillings) & increasing the concentrations of bisphenol A (BPA) had estrogenic-like properties that raised concerns about safety abiut . amounts of the chemicals leached out of dental sealants and detected in saliva soon after the sealants were applied. Dental composites also contained some of these compounds? Why wasn't the public made aware of this and shouldn't it had been transparent?

@BiomimeticDentistry

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Jess. Doesn't everyone have a choice? As far as I am aware, providers provide informed consent. There is no perfect material in existence, but you are referring to research that began with dental sealants which are the most likely to break down and leech into saliva. Some fillings contain Bis-GMA but there are also alternatives. There is no solid evidence that Bis-GMA composites do produce significant or detectable amounts of BPA with most studies concluding little or no detectable level. Regardless there are alternatives, but be aware that the use of Bis-GMA is not for simplicity or ease or conspiracy. It's the most mechanically beneficial component of composite fillings that gives good physical properties. I always try to explain that the best thing you can do is avoid needing any dentistry, but once you need it, the next best is to do treatments that are likely to last and minimize additional complications. What material you use and how much it can leech is very significantly associated with how well it is done, and how well it is sealed and adhered to the tooth, so it's hard to make any generalizations.

I'm 31 and I have 1 silver filling from when I was 12 lol I've had no problems

@BiomimeticDentistry

Жыл бұрын

How do you define no problem? Do you have a nice photo of the tooth? You might be surprised what you can see when you take a close look. The absence of pain does not mean the absence of problems. Cracks and fractures happen over 30 years and this is a common occurrence. Smaller fillings do better than larger ones because having more tooth remaining minimizes the problems and preserves more of the strength. Best- MN

There saying the silver fillings are ok They are waiting until every one with silver fillings passes away then do not have to give out compensation

@BiomimeticDentistry

11 ай бұрын

Interesting concept. I don’t think thats the case but that is not to be confused with me thinking its a great restoration. If you want to keep it really simple, remember that we had no other options in the early 1900s. Ceramic was failing rapidly because of adhesion, gold was too expensive most people (time consuming) and tooth colored fillings and crowns came later. First tooth colored fillings were terrible due to adhesion issues. So it really helps to remember it was the best option we had for the time but now we have much better options though it is still more expensive and time consuming.

Why most dentist do not want to change big filling and want to do onlays or root canal? My insurance do not cover onlays and they want to charge me 845 dollars

@BiomimeticDentistry

Жыл бұрын

Thats a loaded question. Sometimes its BS to charge more, other times its because it is the best option. I don't have any information to guide you on that but a filling is not usually the best option for larger problems!

Hello sir what's your email? I have some question if you can answer in a more private setting.

@BiomimeticDentistry

3 жыл бұрын

Hi. I can not interact by email. My plate is full between practice, education, and youtube. I would recommend scheduling a consultation or zoom consultation if you would and you can find this at drmattnejad.youcanbook.me or by calling my office at 310 278-0440.

I don't understand why no technology exists to cover them and make them more discreet 🤷‍♀️ My dentist doesn't want to replace my silver filling. He says it's well sealed, and doesn't want to affect the tooth more as it's quite big. It's ugly though. I don't have money for inlays/onlays.

@BiomimeticDentistry

Жыл бұрын

From my perspective, that technology would be impossible. Covering a silver filling to make it more discrete is not really possible. You only have so much space without affecting the bite, and slightly covering doesn't change the biomechanics of the weakened tooth. Best- MN

so really , if the silver amalgam is in good condition , there is no real reason to remove them ?

@BiomimeticDentistry

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Steve- This is a long standing debate, but the science indicates that if there is no structural defect or failure of the filling, then the filling is in service and the biological aspects are not solid. Logically speaking, I would rather not have any in my mouth, but I wouldn't confidently claim that removing them is necessary when the science does not indicate that is a fact. I think some things are best left to patients to decide, and it's hard for anyone to make all the decisions inline with your own beliefs and values. Structurally speaking, a silver filling is also not optimal but we don't replace every filling unless there is clear signs of failure, and its a bad policy to systematically over-treat because this can lead to problems as well. All the Best- MN

@ledomc2007

3 жыл бұрын

Remove them. These people are “study dumb”. You can straight up eat mercury every day and they’d say “well there’s no studies on the eating safety”. That’s not how anyone’s brain should work. It’s so stupid it would take me 10 minutes just to explain all the different ways of how stupid it is. Go to a biological dentist, they’re much better

@BiomimeticDentistry

3 жыл бұрын

You are just dumb dumb. You don't even have the intelligence to use common sense or be respectful. It would take me several hours to explain it to you so you could understand, so just go to a biological dentist then come to me when you realize the mess your mouth is in.

Man when I was in like the fourth grade they put silver filing on my whole class like every molar 🦷 I feel like this type stuff should be illegal I’m 33 now and my teeth are super sensitive I had one crack and fall out 😢

@BiomimeticDentistry

Жыл бұрын

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I disagree with you I did white filling in India and after six. Month fall off and my silver filling I did in 1987 and now is December 28, 2021 still in best shape no problem whatsoever and the Dentist just push the silver in to my teeth with finger no machine

@BiomimeticDentistry

2 жыл бұрын

Well, disagreement is not an issue for me. With low quality dentistry, silver fillings are easier and will last longer. You say no problem but, this is really narrows down to pain. Over 30 years, amalgam treated teeth have an extremely high chance of cracks, symptoms, and fracture. When this occurs, the failure is considered catastrophic, as a result of many years of damage leading to a bad failure. Now, if you are saying your while fillings fell out after 6 months, all you are really saying is your dentist in India did an absolutely lousy job, and I do believe that. This entire video discusses exactly this problem, that a filling is not a product, it is a service. You can have excellent results, or terrible results depending on your dentist. Its also very likely that some dentists will not be as good at white fillings or will not put in the time. However, that doesn't change that composite fillings and bonded restorations are superior. Even in studies, composite fillings now have a greater long term survival (Opdam, et. al). Regardless, I wish you the best and you are welcome to disagree. I too disagree with you =) Best- MN

@cescarb

2 жыл бұрын

@@BiomimeticDentistry it baffles me how you can make a video and explain things to people and they still don’t get what you’re clearly explaining.

@BiomimeticDentistry

2 жыл бұрын

You made my day. Sometimes all I can do is just shrug and move on but I am glad you get a glimpse. Best - MN

I have one left that is amazing it still hangs on. I’m told It needs a crown that it’s beyond repair. Geez. What will dentists do without boomers? 🤣

Bro doesn’t it give you Mercury poisoning

@BiomimeticDentistry

2 жыл бұрын

Depends on how much mercury is released from it. Studies indicate not, but I am with you on being skeptical though, but there are millions of people who have them and do not have mercury poisoning so its a little more complicated and thats why its somewhat a personal decision if you want to replace them for biological reasons unless there are really obvious structural problems (cracks, fractures, poor marginal integrity, etc).

if we follow your logic "minimise and eliminate mercury where we can" then we are never eating tuna or sea fish ever again. would you do that? you would not eat anything containing insignificant amounts of toxin ever again even tho theres no evidence the pose significant risk to your health. would u put yourself through that? would you put yourself through the hassle of replacing your mercury fillings even tho your blood levels are pretty low in mercury? not to mention the danger of mercury removal due to the fact that there are incompetent dentists out there and youre basically playing russian roullete on which dentist to trust to do the job perfectly, not to mention the cost of relpacing all your mercury fillings... if we go by the motto "minimise when we can" then it means we have to apply that to every aspect of our lives coz why stop at mercury right? nope, there are all sorts of toxins around us 24/7 and we draw the line where there is no evidence of its significance and the level of inconvenience is acceptable. if the good dentist will remove and replace the fillings for free then sure, but he is not only prescribing filling replacement, he is also presciribing you change your entire lifestyle and prescribing to deplete you hard earned savings to do something that pose insignificant threat to your health

@BiomimeticDentistry

10 ай бұрын

Come on now. Eating tuna or sea fish is completely up to you. Some people don't have tuna for this reason but its up to you, if you want to limit or remove it, I am sure you can. If you watched any of this video, I talk about replacing silver fillings when there is a problem or defect, not systematically replacing them just to replace them. As a matter of correction to your statement, I have not prescribed you remove or replace ANY of your silver fillings unless there is such a problem or defect, so you are literally speaking nonsense about depleting your savings. Get your facts straight. This makes it clear you didn't watch anything but felt compelled to make a commotion. Some patients do want al their silver fillings removed. That is their choice and I don't think that's a bad decision if the restorations are high quality. Unfortunately, there are times when silver fillings are replaced with really crappy composite fillings so the problems get worse (cavities, sensitivity, etc). The quality of the treatment process and the skill of the provider are without a doubt key components. It is not standardized and there is a wide range outcomes depending on how it is done.

@SB-ez3dw

8 ай бұрын

Dude, just say you’re too poor to go to skilled dentist who uses modern materials. Keep your poisonous, ugly, gray fillings. You’re teeth will rot and you can have them all pulled out.

Naturally how to grow sir please sari toke to me

@BiomimeticDentistry

3 жыл бұрын

You can not grow teeth unfortunately. Maybe someday but not likely since there is no mechanism to orchestrate the outer shape of the tooth to regrow. When the tooth is originally forming, it is inside the gums, in an environment of development which does not exist in the oral cavity.

@amansuna8779

3 жыл бұрын

Sar hindi me batao

Amalgam fillings last longer than your "biomemetic" filling.

@BiomimeticDentistry

11 ай бұрын

Definitely not but thanks for chiming in!

realistically silver fillings are stronger and will hold much longer. If it were the front teeth then obviously white

@BiomimeticDentistry

3 жыл бұрын

realistically, this is false. There are large studies over 10+ years that specifically prove the opposite is true. You are being a classic example of "stuck in your way" and not trying to improve. Sure, you can do a composite filling that is absolutely lousy and guaranteed to fail, but you can also do the opposite if you cared and tried. We don't need people making pointless claims like this. Study, practice, do better.

Calling it a "silver" filling is so misleading. I had 13 of these fillings put in my teeth when I was 13 years old. The level of depression I experienced during my teenage years was so severe, I can't even begin to make you understand how poor the quality of my life became. Now, I am 43. I have so many "minor" ailments, it's ridiculous. People think I imagine them. Skin problems, attention problems, back pain, neck pain, gastrointestinal problems, kidney stones, problems in my toenails and fingernails, malformations in certain parts of my body, difficulty creating and retaining muscle mass, tinnitus. My parents are deceased (they both died young), and I have no medical or dental records from my youth. But the installation of these fillings was done in Berwyn, Il.

@BiomimeticDentistry

Жыл бұрын

Sorry, that's what people call it. Silver is referring to the color, not the metal. The correct name is dental Amalgam, but google searches show that most patients are searching for silver filling. I am sorry for all these problems you are experiencing.

@PinprickSociety

Жыл бұрын

@@BiomimeticDentistry For me, it's a part of life. Through diet and supplements, I actually feel better today than I did 10 years ago. I didn't mean to imply that you are misleading people. I just think the name "silver amalgam" is misleading. If they called it "mercury amalgam," however, I feel somehow that would not have worked out from a marketing standpoint. Keep up the good work on your videos!

It's all about money.😢

@BiomimeticDentistry

Жыл бұрын

Angela - thats not true and I am sorry you feel that way. From my perspective, it is frustrating to hear you think money is the driving force. Im sure it makes sense that you will get a better product if someone spends the time to do it to the best level possible. Dentistry that lasts longer than the minimum standards is not magic, its just time and effort. It usually takes 2-4 times longer than doing it quickly. Just think about how that impacts the cost, including staff, rent, assistants, time in the day, etc. Not to mention the lab costs, equipment, etc. The real problem is that many patients think that that all dentistry needs to be the highest level, but don't value the cost involved, therefore most practices and insurance models are focused on providing the minimum quality. If you spend more time treating one patient at a time vs running an assembly line, it is going to be more expensive. It also costs me more. I only see 1-2 patients a day, but my fixed costs are the same or more than other practices that run at high volume. The cost is just the result, but it is not the reason. The most successful dentists in the world do cheaper dentistry with high volume practices. The also own multiple practices. With this approach, Its no wonder that most dentistry only has a life expectancy of 2-5 years under insurance reimbursements. Most patients come to realize that this is not the best treatment available, but you have to understand that better quality will require more cost because of the time, energy, effort, and expense involved in providing the better treatment. Extra cost is the result, not the reason.

Mercury!!!!!!!!!!! Who came up with this?

@BiomimeticDentistry

2 жыл бұрын

Who came up with what? Silver fillings? When they were created, there was no other option. They were revolutionary, but we are way past that now.

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I know someone who had 4 white fillings done at the same time and he had to change them to the silver because he said they caused him so much sensitivity that it was painful. Has this happened to anyone? I just had a white filling done myself a couple of months ago and I have a lot of sensitivity from very hot or cold drink/food so I've been thinking of going back to the dentist to get it changed back to the silver. But now I'm learning that they are somewhat toxic. I get a lot of migraines the older I get and I have had two silver ones done about 15 years ago. I don't know what to do I'm confused. (all the fillings are small btw) I hope the Dr. or anyone out there can give me some advice. Thank u!

@BiomimeticDentistry

2 жыл бұрын

This is what Im saying though. Absolute matter of fact is that the problem is the quality and the provider. Not the filling. Its hard to do a good composite (white) filling and it takes more time, but it also has tremendous advantages over silver fillings. The problem you describe could definitely be avoided, but most business models don’t prioritize the quality and time needed to do it well. The most important thing to do is have excellent quality dentistry, my advice is to find someone (like myself). Any other advice regarding what procedure to get is missing the big picture. I hope this helps and its what I was describing in the video.

@dianamary6170

2 жыл бұрын

@@BiomimeticDentistry Thanks for your response. I will look into finding another dentist. The filling that I got most recently - the procedure was very quick.