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with Jay Dooreck, DDS By: Jay Dooreck, DDS Over 35 million Americans suffer some degree of anxiety when visiting the dentist. As it turns out, these dental phobes might be justified in their fear. Increasing evidence suggests that the simplest of dental procedures – having a cavity filled – may have serious adverse health consequences … because of hidden danger of mercury.
Mercury has dominated media headlines in the recent months as numerous reports warn of the health risks associated rising levels of this toxic heavy metal in fish. However, while consumers heed these warnings and avoid high-mercury seafood choices, they fail to recognize that a far more dangerous source of mercury is poisoning their bodies every single day: amalgam fillings.
At 52% mercury, these common dental fillings present an insidious threat – seeping toxicity into the mouth, where it is easily absorbed. “All mercury fillings, even if they’re 25 years old, are emitting vapors into the system,” explains Dr. Jay Dooreck, DDS, a Holistic Dentist for over 30 years and Chairman and Founder of the Holistic Association of New York. “Every time you eat, drink coffee, grind your teeth – these vapors are coming out.”
Just how bad is this mercury? A known carcinogen, mercury is the second most toxic metal known to man (the worst being Uranium). Mercury toxicity suppresses the immune system, harms the nervous system, impairs the cardiovascular system, and even generates an electrical current that’s greater that what the brain operates on naturally. As a result, mercury contributes to the following conditions and more:
- Depression, Chronic Fatigue, Anxiety
- Irritability, Emotional Problems
- Neural Problems, Facial Twitches
- Muscle Problems, Epilepsy
- Symptoms Mimicking MS
- Chest Pains , Autoimmune Problems
- Lupus, Arthritis, Sclerodoma
- Allergies, Digestive Problems
A Holistic Solution
When informed of mercury’s health risks, most are compelled to visit their regular dentist and exclaim, “Remove my amalgam fillings immediately!” Unfortunately, the removal of amalgam fillings is a complex, potentially dangerous procedure that most conventional dentists are simply not qualified to perform. That’s where holistic dentistry comes in. “Specialized steps must be taken in order to remove amalgam fillings safely,” comments Dr. Dooreck. “We follow a strict protocol that includes sequential removal, filters, protective masks, and rubber dams that isolate each individual tooth.” These safety steps are critical: improper removal of amalgam fillings could lead to disastrous health consequences, especially if the patient were to accidentally swallow any mercury.
In holistic dentistry, the safe removal of amalgam filling is only the beginning; extraordinary care is taken in choosing the right replacement fillings for the patient. “I have many different filling materials,” explains Dr. Dooreck. “I conduct cutting-edge, in-depth testing on each patient, taking complete histories and even working in conjunction with other holistic physicians. After we complete this ‘biocompatibility’ testing, we can identify which dental materials are least reactive and most compatible with that patient’s unique immune system.
The health benefits achieved by this painstaking patient analysis and filling customization are significant, far-reaching and practically instantaneous. “I recently had two patients at the office report amazing improvements within minutes of each other,” relates Dr. Dooreck. “One patient said ‘Since you removed the amalgam fillings, I find that my overall moods are better, I’m much more calm.’ The other patient, who’s a holistic practitioner, said ‘I’ve had headaches off my left temple as long as I can remember … since you removed the amalgams, the pain has disappeared.”
Despite the overwhelming evidence against mercury, the American Dental Association (ADA) insists that mercury fillings are harmless, leaking virtually no toxins into the body. “That is absolutely untrue,” asserts Dr. Dooreck, who further ensures patient safety by using computer imaging that reduces radiation by 90%. “We know that 1 mcg of mercury per surface of filling is toxic. Most people with 10 filling, at 3 surfaces each, have 30 mcg of mercury coming out per day. That’s a very dangerous level; the nervous system can’t handle that.” Studies on mercury toxicity in dental filling are conspicuously absent. We won’t see the ADA funding any such studies; facing millions of potential lawsuits over mercury poisoning, the organization remains in steadfast denial.
Think for your self: If mercury in seafood is poisonous, what about mercury in your teeth? Is it necessary to remove this mercury? “No …” muses Dr. Dooreck. “Not unless you want to achieve optimum health.”
 Dr. Jay Dooreck has been a Holistic Dentist for over 30 years, he is a member of the International Association of mercury free dentists. He can be reached at (516) 621-2430 and www.holisticdentistryny.com
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