THE CITY OF PHILADLEPHIA AND OXFORDVALLEY
DENTAL EXCELELENCE WORK TOGETHER TO EDUCATE PATIENTS ABOUT DISADVANTAGES OF
DENTAL AMALGAM
Langhorne Cosmetic
Dentists Father and Son Drs. Nalin and Arpan Patel Have Been Offering Amalgam
Free Modern Dentistry in the Philadelphia Area for Over 15 Years and Now New
Regulations Suggest Modern Alternatives Should be Considered.
June 22 2009,
-Langhorne, PA - New regulations adopted by the city of Philadelphia in
March of 2009 mandate that each dentist practicing in Philadelphia, who use
dental amalgam which contains mercury must provide, at least one time, to each
patient an informational packet disclosing the pros and cons of amalgam and
alternatives.
Are Amalgam Dental Fillings
Hazardous?
Dental Amalgam is the silver-colored material used to fill
(restore) teeth that have cavities. Amalgam is made up of 50 percent mercury
and there is currently ongoing research and discussion about the health effects
of mercury in amalgam fillings. Small amounts of mercury are released as vapor
(gas) when amalgam fillings are placed or removed and through chewing. Research
suggests that high levels of mercury can cause toxic effects on the brain
nervous system, and kidneys. Generally, people with amalgam fillings have
higher levels of mercury in their body, however these levels are not high
enough to be considered toxic.
Cosmetic Dentistry with Porcelain Fillings & Crowns in Langhorne
At Oxford Valley Dental
Excellence, Amalgam (Mercury) free dentistry is no new initiative and it has
been standard patient care for over 15 years. Drs. Nalin & Apan Patel are
trusted father and son dentists in the Philadelphia
area who only offer modern and natural alternatives. Risen and Porcelain
fillings are the most popular and besides the mercury free advantage they offer
patients environmentally safe, cosmetically attractive look, and a more natural
since the fillings are tooth-colored and are non metal.
"We find that mercury
fillings were never an acceptable or healthy solution to fillings. This is why
we only offer modern alternatives. When our patients experience the modern
difference they leave with a positive, natural look and feel. This makes our
job as a healthcare provider much more enjoyable. We know and we make sure our
patients know they have a safer and aesthetically superior filling." - Dr.
Nalin Patel.
Oxford Valley Dental Excellence
state-of-the art offices are located at 240 Middletown Boulevard, Suite 100, in Langhorne, PA19047. To make an
appointment or consult with Drs. Patel regarding amalgam free dentistry and
dental care, call 215.750.2222. Learn more about OVDE by clicking on http://www.ovdental.com.###
