Medically reviewed by Brian T. Luong, DMD Key Takeaways Silver amalgam fillings can last about 15 years on average. The FDA ...

The debate over whether mercury in dental fillings can leach out and cause a wide range of health problems — from multiple sclerosis and cancer to Alzheimer's disease — refuses to die down. The ...

Bones and teeth, the hard tissues in the human body have an inorganic component. The inorganic component primarily consists of hydroxyapatite (Ca 10 (PO 4) 6 (OH) 2, HA). In most cases, they also an ...

Ottawa, June 10, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- According to Precedence Research, the global tooth filling materials market size was estimated at USD 2.17 billion in 2023 and is predicted to surpass around ...

Many people walk around with a mouthful of mercury-containing fillings and have no problems with them at all. But if they think about it, they might wonder why a material with a reputation for ...

Teeth sensitivity is common after a filling. There are many things you can do until the tooth returns to normal, like avoiding hot and cold foods and drinks, chewing on the other side, and brushing ...

Ottawa, Oct. 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The global tooth filling materials market size is expected to be worth over USD 4.32 billion by 2034, increasing from USD 2.73 billion in 2026, growing at a ...

Tooth sensitivity following the placement of a filling is fairly common. A tooth may be sensitive to pressure, air, sweet foods, or temperature. Usually, the sensitivity resolves on its own within a ...