%0 Journal Article
%T Pathway to mercury-free dentistry: an insight into past, present, and future.
%A Dudeja P
%A Dudeja KK
%A Grover S
%A Singh H
%A Jabin Z
%J Eur Oral Res
%V 57
%N 2
%D 2023 May 4
%M 37525858
暂无%R 10.26650/eor.20231050091
%X <B>UNASSIGNED: </B>The popularity of dental amalgam arises from its excellent long-term performance, ease of use, and low cost. However, there is a concern about the potential adverse health effects arising from exposure to mercury in amalgam. This review article critically discusses the safety of dental amalgam as a restorative material and our preparedness for a mercury-free road ahead.<BR><B>UNASSIGNED: </B>A database search was performed on PubMed and Google scholar using the keywords: "mercury-free dentistry", "mercury toxicity", "amalgam substitutes", "amalgam mercury toxicity". Inclusion and exclusion criteria were specified clearly. Relevant literature was also searched in the dental textbooks.<BR><B>UNASSIGNED: </B>Around 40 articles, highlighting mercury exposure among dental professionals and patients were included. Despite the overwhelming body of scientific evidence demonstrating amalgam to be a safe restorative material, concerns about the toxic effects of mercury persist.<BR><B>UNASSIGNED: </B>The real challenge is to find a suitable amalgam substitute and to follow the mercury hygiene measures closely.