Safe Mercury Amalgam Removal Rosenberg, TX

Is It Safe to Remove Mercury Fillings?

At Luxe Dental Arts, your safety is our top priority, particularly when removing mercury amalgam fillings. We use the SMART protocol (Safe Mercury Amalgam Removal Technique), a scientifically proven method that minimizes mercury exposure and safeguards your health throughout the procedure.

Mercury-Free and Safety-Focused

We use specialized equipment and protective barriers to remove mercury safely. This process includes:

Filtered air systems for a clean environment
Dedicated external oxygen supply for patients
Advanced suction and protective barriers

These measures prevent the inhalation or absorption of mercury vapors and particles during removal. This embodies biological dentistry—care that safeguards your overall health, not just your teeth.

Begin Your Journey to Safer Dentistry

If you're thinking about replacing your old metal fillings, we're here to help you navigate the process with ease and comfort. At Luxe Dental Arts, we provide:

SMART-certified, mercury-free filling removal
Customized, patient-focused care
A holistic approach to your overall wellness

Rest assured, your safety, comfort, and long-term well-being are our top priorities as you move forward with the process.

Mercury-Safe Amalgam Removal (SMART Protocol)

Protecting Your Health, Every Step of the Way

Because your oral health plays a vital role in your overall well-being, we follow the Safe Mercury Amalgam Removal Technique (SMART)—a detailed, evidence-based protocol developed by the International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology (IAOMT).

Using advanced equipment, careful isolation techniques, and enhanced ventilation, this method reduces mercury exposure during the removal of older amalgam fillings. Our priority is to create a clean, protected, and health-conscious environment for both you and our team throughout the entire procedure.

Frequently Asked Questions

Amalgam, or “silver,” fillings contain roughly 50% elemental mercury—a material that can release vapors when heated, drilled, or otherwise disturbed. Without the proper precautions, removing these fillings can temporarily elevate your exposure.

This is why we adhere to the SMART protocol, a science-based, highly controlled method designed to safeguard you, our team, and the environment from mercury-related risks during the removal process.

SMART stands for Safe Mercury Amalgam Removal Technique—a detailed safety system created by the International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology (IAOMT). This protocol is specifically designed to reduce mercury exposure during the removal of amalgam fillings by incorporating multiple layers of protection, including:

Comprehensive patient protection, including a dental dam and full-face drape
Supplemental oxygen to avoid breathing mercury vapor during the procedure
High-volume suction paired with advanced air filtration (HEPA and mercury-specific filters)
Specialized barriers and suction devices designed to capture mercury particles at the source
Full protective gear for all clinical team members
Environmentally responsible collection and disposal of amalgam waste

This approach ensures your treatment is not only effective, but also safe for your health and environmentally responsible.

While many dental practices remove amalgam fillings without specialized safety measures, Luxe Dental Arts strictly follows the IAOMT’s evidence-based SMART protocol to ensure the highest level of protection. This method greatly minimizes mercury exposure for both patients and our team throughout the removal process.

Beyond these safety precautions, we also support your body’s natural detoxification with personalized pre- and post-removal guidance, including integrative therapies designed to meet your unique health needs.

If you have mercury fillings and are concerned about their potential effects on your health, we’re here to provide guidance. While not everyone requires removal, the approach used is crucial for those who do.

At Luxe Dental Arts, our biological dental team offers a thorough evaluation to determine whether SMART removal is right for you—and to ensure you are supported safely at every step of the process.