The spectre of mercury poisoning from dental fillings has made the leap from alternative medicine/tabloid fodder to official health concern, as the FDA now acknowledges the possible danger to children, unborn babies, and other sensitive populations.  I doubt it's worth having fillings replaced (which I'm guessing could release more mercury than leaving them alone), but certainly a good idea to check with your dentist.

I'd much rather get my mercury from eating tuna and swordfish. 
Posted by sursumcorda on Monday, June 9, 2008 at 6:59 am | Edit
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Haha! I would, too. If anyone thinks he has trouble and wants to get the fillings replaced, I can put you in contact with a friend who had a terrible reaction, got them replaced and after some recovery looks and feels better than most her age. I don't know what to think, but her personal experience was quite convincing. Especially since part of the recovery was a few years on a tropical island. . .



Posted by IrishOboe on Monday, June 09, 2008 at 11:10 am
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