Mercury Fillings

“At Kaufman Dental Associates, I’m deeply concerned about the impact that toxic materials can have on both my patients’ health and the environment.”
— Marianna Kaufman DMD

Our mission is to minimize our patients’ exposure to mercury within our practice by implementing the safest techniques and technologies available.

We have chosen not to offer mercury containing materials as a restorative option to our patients.

Mercury Free

We have been trained in the safest possible mercury filling removal techniques. Our S.M.A.R.T certification ensures that we are committed to protecting our patients, our environment, and ourselves while working with this toxic material.

Toxic Materieals

“I am troubled about the effects that toxic materials may have on the health of our patients and on the environment. Many people do not realize that “silver” amalgam fillings are composed of at least 50% mercury. The combination of silver, tin and copper typically comprise the remaining 50%. A large filling may contain as much mercury as was found in an old fashioned thermometer. In the United States we have chosen to abandon mercury containing thermometers due to risk of mercury exposure if broken.”

“We know mercury to be the most toxic, non-radioactive element on earth, yet many dentists are still using it on a regular basis.”

Marianna Kaufman DMD