How Exposure To Mercury Happens With Amalgam-Free Fillings
If you have a dentist who uses amalgam fillings, he or she has to open a mercury capsule to mix the amalgam. As the capsule is opened, a burst of mercury vapors is released, exposing you, the dentist and the dental assistant to harmful levels of mercury. In addition to the exposure you get when a dentist places an amalgam filling, you release mercury vapors every time you brush your teeth. Mercury builds up in your system until the levels post a significant health risk.