What is Mercury amalgam fillings removed?
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Due to the known toxicity of mercury it has been suggested that dental fillings containing mercury are unsafe and should be removed. In ALS there have been no long-term studies to suggest the fillings are harmful, nor that removal has any beneficial health effects.
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How do members experience Mercury amalgam fillings removed?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis | 44 | 7 | |
| General health | 28 | 7 | |
| Multiple sclerosis | 6 | 1 | |
| Heavy metal toxicity | 3 | 1 | |
| Increase effect of another treatment | 2 | 0 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Itching | 1 | |
| Pain | 1 | |
| Stiffness/spasticity | 1 | |
| Toothache | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 0 | |
| Moderate | 2 | |
| Mild | 0 | |
| None | 13 |
Member evaluations
Wayne Lampe
evaluated on Nov 30, 2006
- Perceived effectiveness for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis: Can't tell
- Side effects: None
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