Last Updated on June 5, 2026 by Deliciously Organic Editor
Don’t be cavalier about removing an amalgam filling. I learned that lesson the hard way back in 2008! I went to a dentist who wasn’t trained to take the proper precautions and ended up very sick. It took me several years to recover.
Having a seemingly simple filling removal ruin my health made me very passionate about educating others regarding safe dentistry.
Most people don’t realize amalgam fillings are actually about 50% mercury. Since anything above 0 parts per billion (ppb) of mercury is toxic, it’s imperative to take proper precautions when removing these fillings. I’m not going to go into the details of off-gassing or why removing amalgams is important in this post, so if you’d like to read more on these topics, click here or here.
The FDA has also admitted that amalgam fillings can cause health issues.
Before you get your mercury amalgams removed, here are some important things to consider:
- Is the dentist properly trained to safely remove amalgam filings? I recommend the IAOMT website, IABDM website, DAMS website, or Consumers for Dental Choice website – all great places to search for a dentist in your area. The closest dentist may be a couple of hours away, but we think it’s worth the drive to see someone who’s properly trained. We personally go to Dr. Pfister at Biodentist Alabama in Dothan, AL. It’s a two hour drive each way, but worth it for us to know we’ll be healthy when we walk out the door.
- When you find a dentist you think is a good fit, call their office and talk to them about the precautions they take during the removal. Keep in mind that just because a dentist says they’re “holistic” doesn’t necessarily mean they will align with your desires. It’s important to talk about the precautions they plan to take for your safety and the safety of the dental staff.
- The precautions should include:
a. A rubber dam should isolate the tooth with a thin piece of latex, so the particles of the toxic metals being drilled out don’t mix with your saliva and become absorbed into the gums or swallowed.
b. Oxygen for the patient, to reduce inhalation of airborne particles.
c. The dentist should remove the filling in chunks, using the drill only as much as absolutely necessary.
d. Both low and high-speed drills to remove the last bits of amalgam from the tooth to minimize the risk of killing the tooth.
e. The dentist or assistant should spray on the tooth throughout the procedure to keep the tooth cool.
f. A vacuum to trap and remove toxic metal particles.
g. Masks for the dentist and assistant to protect them from mercury vapor. If the dental staff doesn’t wear masks to protect themselves, then you know you’re in the wrong place!
h. Glasses for the patient, dentist and assistant.
i. A well ventilated office with a vacuum hose to draw the mercury vapor and particles away from the patient and dental staff, with proper disposal. - Talk to the dentist or staff about the dental materials they will use to fill the tooth, create a crown, inlay, the kind of anesthetic, etc.
- Ask about the price of the filling and see how much your insurance will cover. Often, insurance companies won’t cover the full cost because they think this is an unnecessary procedure. The procedure often isn’t cheap, but knowing what I know now, I would have gladly saved up and paid $1,000 to have my filling removed years ago. It would have been far cheaper than what I ended up spending to get my health and life back!
- I know in our society, it’s not “normal” to walk into a doctor’s office with a list of questions and preferred methods of treatment, but don’t be afraid to speak up. Biologically trained and holistic dentists are used to this – they will welcome your questions. In fact, when I first called Dr. Pfister, he talked to me for half an hour about the exact methods he uses to practice safe dentistry. That’s the kind of doctor I want to work with!
How to Detox After the Mercury Amalgam Filling Removal
It’s imperative you do a dental detox after the filling removal even when you go to a dentist who’s properly trained because some vapors or particles can still enter the body despite the dentist’s best efforts. Using the right supplements and diet can help the body quickly eliminate these toxins so they don’t take residence in your tissues and cause problems.
This is the dental detox protocol I use for my clients. The protocol takes place the day of and the six months following the removal of mercury amalgam fillings and other toxic metals.
- Pure Radiance C – This non-GMO vitamin C is derived from organic and wild berries. It acts as a powerful antioxidant for the body during the detox. Take one capsule at breakfast and another at dinner for six months.
- BioSuperfood – This supplement contains spirulina and algae for immune system support. Take one pill at breakfast and another at lunch for the first five days. Thereafter, take one pill at breakfast for six months.
- Quinton Hypertonic or Isotonic – These vials of deep sea water help replace minerals displaced by mercury fillings.
- Organic Sulfur – Sulfur enhances mercury detox.
- Cilantro Essential Oil – Cilantro helps remove heavy metals from the body. It’s imperative you only use a brand of essential oil you know for certain is completely pure. We trust and recommend doTERRA essential oils.
Foods to Eat During the Dental Detox:
The diet should be free of all processed foods, sugar, alcohol, and artificial sweeteners. We recommend our clients eat a nutrient dense diet which includes vegetables, pastured meats, eggs, raw dairy, fermented foods, properly prepared nuts, seeds, legumes and grains, plenty of water, and healthy fats (like butter, ghee, coconut oil, duck fat, lard, tallow, etc).
Other Detox Therapies:
Karack’s Oil Treatment – Hold a mouthful of unrefined sesame oil (from a dark bottle) in your mouth for 3-10 minutes, intermittently swishing it around, “chewing it,” and gargling. When you can’t hold it any longer (without serious drooling!), spit it out. Then gargle and rinse with salt and baking soda, and brush your teeth Do this treatment daily for 3-6 months after all amalgams have been removed. The change in oil color from golden to white as well as the change of texture from thick to thin you’ll notice upon spitting out the oil indicates the degree of lipophilic (fat-loving) toxic chemicals, metals, and microbes that have been absorbed into the oil from the oral mucosa, as well as throughout the entire body as the blood circulates through the oral mucosa. Environmentally sensitive individuals particularly like the chemical-clearing effects of Dr. Karack’s Ayurvedic sesame oil treatment.
Near Infrared Sauna – The sweating promotes elimination of toxic chemicals, radioactive particles and other toxins. It also increases the skin’s ability to eliminate poisons.
I hope you find this post helpful! If you have further questions, please leave them in the comments below.
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Very helpfull advise and very valuable information on the after care we should do after the removal. I’ve been putting getting mine removed too but couldnt find a detox I liked until now , with your recommendations . Good luck to your husband and a speedy detox .
Thank you, Carolyn.
What proof do you have that these suppliments remove mercury from your body? Do you have data from before and after blood tests from a large population of people? I had 3 metal fillings removed a year ago without any of those precaution methods and was fine afterwards. I remember them using a lot of water and suction but there was no ventilation or extra oxygen. They wore masks but nothing with ventilation. I’m just curious, thanks for the info. I’m going to get three more removed in a couple days from the same dentist and TTC so this info makes me anxious.
Our practice is a modest practice and not a large hospital with a research staff, so we do not have data from a large population of people. We’ve seen great results using this detox program with our clients. As someone who walked through this personally, I highly recommend you consider going to a dentist who takes all of the proper precautions.
Can you tell me how soon can I try getting pregnant after having my amalgam fillings removed please
Legally, I can’t give personal health advice unless you’re a client. If you’d like to book a consult or Lab Analysis, please contact my office, Biodynamic Wellness. 858.259.6000
Hi there! I started my 6 month detox today after the dental amalgam removal. Grateful to have found this article.
I see that the pure radiance c and biosuperfood should be done for 6 months. Should the quintin hypertonic and organic sulfer be done for 6 months as well?
Thanks,
Mandy
Where do we locate these supplements and helps?
When you tap on the supplement names the link pops up for you.
Hello, I have a tooth with a mercury amalgam. I want to remove the mercury because I think it is affecting my health very strongly. Could you tell me the price of removing this amalgam. Best regards. Angela
Your dentist will be able to give you an estimate.
I’m getting my amalgam fillings removed shortly (all 6) by a certified SMART dentist with yrs of experience. I decided to use your mercury detoxing program. I’ve purchased all the stuff and had a few questions.
I already take a lot of supplements (vitamin d3, k2, zinc,etc.). Do we stop all the current supplements while detoxing and only use the ones on your list?
I already eat very similar to the foods on your list. I will skip the grains but will do the raw cheese dairy to boost the probiotics along with the raw veggies. I was going to keep taking the D3, K2 and maybe some cod liver oil but I thought I would ask your opinion. Thank you.
Legally, I can’t give personal health advice unless you’re a client. I recommend asking your practitioner what’s best for you.
thank you for this great info! i’m so scared of the mercury and detox. i’m thinking of just removing the entire tooth to avoid the mishap with mercury. What are your thoughts on pulling out the entire tooth and getting a toxin free fake tooth as opposing to keeping the tooth and removing the mercury fillings?
Thank you!!
Pulling a tooth is often a viable option as well. I would find a biological dentist to talk to to get their opinion.
I think the body can really elimenate any poisons with the right detox plan! I have seen some stories of amazing recoveries from proactive mercury detox and yours is definitely one of them! Thanks for the great info here.
That is my question as well. I have one mercury amalgam filling and I might just take it out. I guess I’ll talk over my options with my dentist.
I’m going to tr Pfister in Dothan AL too. I’m glad you like him, I can better rest at ease. My young daughter had 4 taken out without me even knowing and not even a biological dentist. Shes had no problems she knows of. I wonder if later they will show up or if some of her aches that she says comes from her work or maybe shes just fine!? I’m going to keep studying on this.
Ann
I made the same mistake your daughter made. At 19 I went behind my moms back and got some of mine removed (not with a biological dentist) and subsequently within the next couple of years got diagnosed with both narcolepsy and MS. Make sure she detoxes NOW
At the age of 73 years I have just had the last of my amalgam filled teeth out. I have had a dental plate for many years with teeth being added to it. Now to your question.
(1) I never wanted to have a filling removed.
(2) IF – an implant had been an option years ago, I would have saved and gone down the
route of:- tooth out – implant in.
Good Luck.
Hi Carrie, you included Cilantro Essential Oil in the detox protocol. Is that taken orally? If so, could you give an indication of how many drops daily please? Thank you for your informative blog post.
One drop on the bottom’s of the feet. Please keep in mind, this needs to be used along with the rest of the protocol. Just using the oil alone after an amalgam filling removal is not enough to help detox the body.
Hi, I’m fairly certain that when my mercury fillings were removed and changed to composite (I had many) they were not taken out properly. That was 8 years ago and after I had them out I developed seasonal migraines (don’t know if it was related). The headaches are better now. Is there anything I can do now to detox from metals since it was so long ago. Thanks!
This protocol listed above can be done even if it’s been years since you had the amalgams removed.
Very interesting article. My husband had all his removed by a holistic dentist, recommended by our holistic doctor. Shortly thereafter he got a horrible rash under his wedding ring. Of course I research that, and it’s called “wedding ring rash” but really nothing explains why this would suddenly happen after wearing for 7 years. I have wondered if his body is toxic from the mercury, and the addition of the metal ring is an overload. He tried again to wear his ring after a break for several months and the same rash appeared. So I wonder if heavy metal overload could be the problem.
While I don’t have proof, I think your theory is correct. His body was trying to clear the heavy metals and his body was “rejecting” the ring because there was an overload in his system. I actually had this same thing happen to me. When it did, I didn’t wear my ring and for the next few months, I ate as clean as possible making sure to get plenty of fat-soluble vitamins from animal foods to help keep my detox pathways open, used a homeopathic remedy and some specific supplements that we used for our clients to open the detox pathways in the liver, did castor oil packs over my liver each day and also spent 20-30 minutes in the sauna several times a week. After a few months, I put the ring back on and never had a problem since!
What about calcium montmorillonite clay? I’ve been reading amazing books on how it has helped for centuries to people all over the world with detoxing and healing.
Clay baths supposedly are great for heavy metal detox. must be the specific clay- not all clay is equal!
Would you mind sharing what homeopathic remedies you used? Thanks!
I listed everything used in the article. 🙂
Thanks SO much for such a comprehensive post! Also, Mike Adams discovered that strawberries contain a fiber that binds with heavy metals and carries them OUT of the body!
Very interesting. Thanks for sharing!
HI – a couple of questions please:
I had my fillings replaced some years ago but these precautions were not taken. I had them replaced with ‘white ones’.
Q: do white fillings contain mercury?
Q: if mercury entered my body during the process is it still likely to be there? If so, can I do anything to try and get it out now?!!
The “white” ones do not contain mercury, but often will contain some kind of heavy metal. If you’re concerned about the materials they used for your filling, you could call the doctor’s office to find out exactly what they used and then look at the “clean” dentistry list provided in the post above to see if the filling they used is on the list.
If you didn’t do any kind of detox after the removal, then there’s a good chance the mercury settled in various tissues in the body. I recommend doing the detox protocol listed above for 6 months. You can call our office and we can send all of the supplies you will need.
I have the same problem. I went for a filling a few days ago and she removed the amalgam and replaced with a white filling. I even asked her about mercury in the teeth, she laughed it off and said it’s being made too much of, that she had a whole mouthful of amalgam fillings. So it just got filled normally and I don’t even think the asst., had that thing in my mouth enough to take away all the saliva, I felt it backing up in my throat that I had to swallow three times. I woke up this morning with part of my right hand numb…like when your hand falls asleep and it’s starting to go into the pins & needle stage but hasn’t really started yet. This is now how my pinky finger and finger next to it, part of my hand and wrist feel. I’m wondering if there is a connection.
Thank you for your passion and your research♥️
After my amalgam removal, how long do you recommend I wait before breastfeeding my child. Also, are all of these detox products safe for breastfeeding mothers?
Thank you!
You’re welcome! I don’t recommend doing any detoxification when breastfeeding, so it’s best to wait until you’re not breastfeeding anymore.
Hello I gound this article google for amalgam fillings remove and how detox after. Very good article. I live in Alabama and I was lookimg on Dr Nathan Pfister will you recomend it? Also I been having weird symptoms over the years insomnia, mood changes, tinnitus and more despite eating healthy do you think can be related to that? I’m nursing so I’m going yo wait when we are done bay is almost 2 so is going to happen soon. I hope you see this message and help me.
Yes, I recommend Dr. Pfister. You will be in good hands!
Ugh 🙁 this means I won’t be able to have the amalgam removed for 1-3 years possibly 😭😭😭 I have several cavities needing work done on them, on top of cavities that have already been filled with amalgam. What can I do? I was hoping 10 days of pump and dump would be enough. Isn’t it a danger to my baby having this amalgam in my mouth?
I recommend talking to your practitioner about what’s best for your situation.
What if you have no choice but to have one removed while breastfeeding. Due to badly damaged tooth that can’t wait till weaning? What is your recommendation then? I can’t find anything anywhere online for this situation.
I recommend talking to a holistic dentist and your doctor to see what is best.
What do you think should be done if a mercury filling falls out on its own?
If it fell out on it’s own, then I’d call your dentist to get it filled. Having it fall out by itself, while not ideal, saves you some money! 🙂
I wish I had known this before I had 5 removed last year.
I certainly will pass on this message to help others.
Diane Cook
Thanks, Diane. 🙂
Hello! Getting the Mercury out of my teeth was the best thing I ever did! Just want to share the name of the dentist I went to. I am fortunate to have him 15 minutes from my house. I recommend him highly.
Dr John Johnson
5121 Forest Dr. Ste A
New Albany, Oh. 43054
614 775 9300
http://www.midwestholisticdentistry.com
Thanks, Dixie!
This article is great and also there is a documentary on Gaia about root canal and it blew my mind definitely recommend watching this. I have contacted dentists in uk and they call themselves holistic but don’t offer detox advice and still do root canal treatments and I am now worried as I have 8 fillings and have for years suffered from back pain tinnitus anxiety and depression and have tried lots of things to help get better.
I’m worried about how much this will cost but more so about who will remove them.
I’m having the 3 d scan to have a look first but feel a bit overwhelmed by how and will remove them I’m in the uk but wonder as dentistry is much cheaper in turkey and Croatia would you know of anyone I could go to?
Thanks for this article x
I don’t know of any holistic dentists in your area. Have you checked the IAOMT website? I’m not sure if it’s only for those in the US, but it might help!
Thanks for sharing this! That’s right down the street from me, I’m glad to know of a good reputable holistic dentist around here!
I have several autoimmune diseases and would like to know if any of this interferes with medications?
Without knowing what the medications are and your health history, it’s hard to say. I would talk to your doctor before deciding to start any detox protocol.
Wow! I’ve never read such an informative post on this topic. Thank you very much!
Thanks, Amy!
Thanks for such great info, Carrie! I have many amalgam fillings from childhood and adulthood and have been wanting to have them removed. I have had exposure to mercury twice in the last year after being diagnosed with Hashimoto’s, also.
You’re welcome! 🙂
OH MY GOSh I HAVE Hashimoto! :(( 😫😖😣 oh my gosh ! This is exactly what’s been happening to me! And I’ve just wondered and wondered why this whole time and my symptoms started when my amalgam fillings started having problems! I’m really good at listening to my body even my doctors told me it’s oddly fascinating how aware of what’s going on in my body I am. What do I do ?? Please help😳😰🙏🏼💓🙌🏻 Do I keep trying to get in to the doctors hopefully they don’t charge me because my family is not rich the only family I have is my mom, and it’s hard for her to make rent every month. And I can’t get s job with how sick I’ve been 😖😣 I’m stuckkkk! What should I tell the dentist. I only have trillium insurance and holistic dentist don’t take it. 🙁 I know I need them taken out but like how am I supposed to convince them. 🙁 like I went to one other dentist a few months ago and they laughed at me and said no no I these are safe and basically acting like I’m delusional 😖😣😢😭😩😫😢 like how disrespectful and arrogant:(( now I’m trying at another dentist on the 9th of October and HOPEFULLY THEY HELP ME AND ARE IAOMT CERTIFIED! 🙏🏼😫🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
I.am not for sure how many amalgam fillings I have. I have tremors and understand that tremors are caused because of mercury poisoning. I know I need to get these fillings out but I do not have the money right now. I will just have to do the best I can and live with it till I have the money.
I only have one filling and I was thinking to just have tooth removed. The fillng is below the gumline…i feel like it will be safer to just have tooth pulled..any feelings on That? I suffer from RA, fibromyalgia and many other issues. I just know I will be better if it’s out.
I would have a consult with a biologically-trained dentist to see what they have to say. If you choose to have it removed, I’d make sure to do some detox ahead of time such as castor oil packs, dry brushing and cleaning up your diet as much as possible for a month or two before having it removed.
Hi Carrie,
If amalgam fillings were removed a couple of years ago would you recommend same detox protocol? All 8 of my amalgam fillings were removed by bio-dentist. But back then I only took Chlorella for a couple of days.
Thank you
Anna
Yes, I recommend doing the detox protocol listed above for 6 months. If you give our office a call, we can send all of the products to you. 🙂
I was just wondering the same. I had several removed, I didn’t get oxygen and I do not recall having a latex anything in my mouth for removal. The dentist seemed to do all the other things mentioned. So I would still be OK doing this or should It be more in depth??
Thank you. This is the most informative article I’ve read on what the patient will need to do. As a former dental assistant 30 years ago, I not only have many amalgams, but daily exposure in the opertory that was not known to be dangerous back then. My health has steadily declined to a very bad state. While I’m saving for all the dental work I’ll need to do, I am working on improving lymph quality and circulation. Right now, I would not be able to survive detox. Mercury is now suspected to play a role in those struggling with failing detox pathways and maybe connected to MTHFR. Carrie, do you have any information that confirms this?
It’s very wise to make sure you’re well enough to be able to detox afterwards, so I’m glad you’ve thought that through. I’ve never read anywhere that mercury could close the detox pathways, but I do know that MTHFR does play a role in how the body detoxes. To help open detox pathways, first one must make sure their gut health is in good shape (no leaky gut, etc.) and then treatments such as castor oil packs, near infrared saunas, and dry brushing for several months is a good way to help decongest the body and open the pathways. We also use some homeopathic remedies at our office that are really helpful to help decongest the liver and other detox organs. I used them in my recovery, and found them very helpful. For MTHFR, it’s very important to get the right nutrient support so the body can properly detox. The best resource to understand the different MTHFR mutations and how the effect the body is: http://mthfr.net/ – Dr. Lynch is brilliant when it comes to this!
Can you share the homeopathic treatments/supplements that were used to help with clearing the pathways? Thank you!
They are all listed in the article above.
I noted that Carrie has not replied to SEVERAL questions here. Could you please, as some of them are questions I also have, and I’m sure many others do, too. If you don’t know, just say so, we won’t be haters for you saying it, but please, if you write a blog post on something, you should have the courtesy to answer questions posted.
And THANK YOU for posting this one!
I just recently had a portion of a tooth and then a portion of a filling fall out and I’m concerned about it. I will use this post to help me find and have the work done ASAP.
You left this comment while I was in the middle of answering everyone’s questions. So, please read through them again and you’ll see that I made sure to respond each person.
Thank you for the information!! Just curios if it would be a benefit to do the detox without having them removed? I am not able to have to them taken out at this time.
It’s best to wait until you’ve had them out to then detox.
Why is it best to remove them and then detox. Would a detox prior not be beneficial? Or even harmful or just ineffective?
You’ll be exposed to mercury vapors no matter how many precautions the dentist takes, so it’s best to detox afterwards to enable your body to get rid of the mercury instead of allowing the body to store it in various tissues.
Hi and thank you for sharing this essential info. I had mercury fillings removed 10-14 years ago but none of these safety protocols were followed. How do I know if I need a detox and is it safe while nursing? Much gratitude!
If you never did a dental detox protocol after the filling removals, then I highly recommend doing our detox protocol for 6 months. It’s never a good idea to detox while pregnant or breastfeeding, so I’d wait until you aren’t breastfeeding to do the detox.
I hate to tell you but Cilantro is a very bad way to detox mercury. Your going to move more mercury into your brain. Please goggle Andy Cutler Chelation and read why Cilantro is a no for mercury detox.
Cilantro has long been known for its toxic metal chelating properties and can be safely used in detoxing after amalgam removal when combined with the gemmotherapy Populus Nigra (aka Black Poplar). Populus Nigra assists in transporting toxins, including heavy metals and chemicals, across the blood brain barrier. Populus Nigra accomplishes this through the action of the enzyme phytochlatin synthase. This enzyme polymerizes sulfur-rich glutathione into phytochelatins, which bind strongly to mercury, cadmium and arsenic. The beauty of using cilantro and Populus Nigra is that they do not deplete the body of essential nutrients.
At the same time, we include Original Quinton Isotonic or Hypertonic sea minerals to ensure remineralization of tissues that may have been depleted in the presence of mercury.
Our detox protocol, combined with the foundational food plan is a healthy and effective way to detox the body from heavy metals.
I had all my fillings removed over 5 yrs ago. Now I am wondering if I have been fighting off the toxins. I have had pain (nerve – neck, thigh) symptoms of lyme disease but tested negative. I have recently seen a NP MD and have gone gluten free, started seed rotation, added some high quality vitamins, incorporated ACV to my daily regimin, and did a 5 month AL-Complex treatment, I have lost over 20lbs in 2yrs. I have been diagnosed with thyroid nodules and my hair is falling out but blood tests are normal. All connected?? perhaps. good article. not sure what I should do now as it has been a few years. your advice would be great!
Hey Nancy, you should get yourself some Nascent Iodine asap! We need iodine for our thyroids to work and it jump-starts the immune system so we can detox heavy metals.
I have had Lyme disease for over 21 years and I’m pretty sure your Dr tested you at a local lab (like Quest) their test are not accurate. There are 2 labs IGeneX in CA & Medical Diagnostic Laboratorie’s LLC in Hamilton, NJ, you’ll want to be tested for ALL co-infections & EBV. Good Luck to you!
Thank you for your post, very informative. I just had my 8 fillings safely removed. Using Matcha tea and coconut oil pulling for detox.
There always argument how much they actually leak but at the end of the day if the person is allergic to it then they are in big trouble.
Populus Nigra – This herbal extract made from the black poplar tree is very effective at removing toxic metals and chemicals from the body. Take a half-teaspoon twice daily on an empty stomach – in the morning and then in the mid afternoon. —- I found this to be the most helpful, thanks so much for sharing
Would this whole protocol and removal be safe while breastfeeding?
No. It’s never wise to do any kind of detox protocol while pregnant or nursing. It’s best to wait until after you’re done nursing to follow this protocol.
Hi– I found your website after suffering from strange face rashes for nearly a year (that I realized later began shortly after amalgam removal). I searched google images for “face rash” and clicked on your picture because your rash was similar to what I was experiencing (although mine wasn’t as bad and my antibodies weren’t a fourth of what your readings were) then I read your story. Since then I have purchased your cook book for myself and for my sister. I’ve been grain free and it has helped a lot! I’m about to get some more amalgams removed but my dentist wanted to know if there are any tests to show that my body absorbed mercury. Would it show up in the blood? I think I remember your theory that the mercury was absorbed by your thyroid, and it makes sense, but were any tests done to show this? In any case, I’m going to find a different dentist–one who performs the protocols you listed above. :). Thanks for documenting your journey and helping the rest of us who are finding our way!
Just a quick question how many times and drops of the cilantro drops are suppose to be used? Such a great info!!
Do you recommend removing the fillings, leaving them off while only juicing and intermittent water fasting for 8 weeks and then refilling them with ceramic?
I would talk to your biologically trained dentist about that.
Thanks so much for your post. I am currently breastfeeding and would like to have my amalgam fillings removed. I know that I will not be able to do a full detox until after breastfeeding but what are your thoughts on getting the filling replaced, waiting 2-3 days, and then resuming breastfeeding? My husband and I would like to try for another baby this upcoming year and my current child is only 5 months so I will likely be breastfeeding for a while! I too will be seeing Dr. Pfister.
It’s best to wait until after breastfeeding to do any kind of detox or amalgam filling removal. The detox protocol needs to be followed for 6 months after the removal.
Hello, Approximately 12 weeks ago I had two amalgam fillings replaced, without the safety measures taken. I’ve been horribly ill since. The skin rash alone is just nearly unbearable. I’ve used foods, essential oils and homeopathics with little improvement. I’m desperate for help.
Oh, no! I’m so sorry to hear! I would give our office, Biodynamic Wellness, a call to book a consult with me. I have an opening tomorrow morning and also one next week. We can do the consult over the phone. Hang in there! Here’s the number for the office: 858.259.6000
Hello,I have some issues too with amalgam fillings .i went to the dentist for my theeth cleaning but dr said I have cavities but before I was no any problem .she filled my 7 cavities within one and half week.now after 2years I have health issues oral lichen planus ?There she filled my cavities same theeths I have lesionson gums. I am 42 year old I have no other health problem I am healthy overall no smoking ? no alcohol .what I do please help me really appreciate can I call you ..
I’m so sorry to hear of your health issues. I would consult with a biologically-trained dentist to see what they recommend.
Thank you so much ? I will waiting for your suggestions…
I’m so grateful for this post. My husband just had half of his amalgam fillings removed and is dealing with severe edema—he’s gained 10 pounds of water weight in a week. He still has 2-3 more fillings to be removed but our insurance won’t cover it until next year. Can we follow this protocol while he still has fillings in his mouth? If not, is here anything we can do to address his edema? Thank you.
I’m so sorry to hear of your husband’s condition! It’s best to wait until they are all out to do this detox, but he could start with castor oil packs over the liver each day, and follow a grain-free, sugar-free nutrient dense diet. Vitamin A from animal foods is very important for liver detox, so eating foods such as butter, ghee, liver, eggs, raw milk, etc. can be helpful. Other than those tips, it’s hard to say without knowing his full health history. There are some drainage remedies that we use at our office that might be helpful for him. If he’d like to book a consult with me at our office, Biodynamic Wellness, he can call: 858.259.6000
Hello! Very informative post! I have 4 amalgam fillings, all of which are being removed within the next few weeks. Mostly because 2 of them were chipped and crumbling, so I just thought to finally get these ugly things out and replaced with something safer. I am going to an IAOMT licensed dentist.
I hadn’t thought to detox afterwards though! Where can I get all of your recommended supplements in one place? I donalready have Pure Radiance C.
One thing I’m concerned about is that I’m breastfeeding my toddler still. I know I have to wean and stop nursin for good, and it’s going to be difficult for the both of us.
You can give our office a call to order the supplements: 858.259.6000 And, it’s best to wait until you’ve stopped breastfeeding to have anything removed or do the dental detox. I hope it all goes smoothly for you! 🙂
I’m still breastfeeding my 2.5 year old. Is it safe to have the silver fillings removed while breastfeeding? Also could I do the detox program before having the silver fillings removed just to lessen the toxic load currently in my body? Can I use this detox program while nursing ?
It’s best to wait until after you’re done breastfeeding to get them removed and/or do any kind of detox. I’d wait until you get them removed to start this detox program.
Hi there, I have followed you in instagram for years but I am now trying to do Paleo again .I too am mercury damaged and also have Sjogrens, an auto immune disease. I have been battling for 9yrs for my health. For long time I could do grain free due to adrenal issues. But I’m trying again to help my Sjogrens. I have been grain free for just 3 days and I noticed lower inflammation but also exhaustion and fatigue. is this normal? I’m curious what you did to rid yourself of mercury since you, like me did not know what was happening to you when they removed your fillings wrong. So I assume it was a few years before you started detox for that? Any help and advice would be great! Thanks for such a scrumptious blog!
Sue Taylor
I’m glad you’ve been taking steps with your diet to battle your disease. Great job! The body can go in phases during the healing process where sometimes you feel great, and other times the body is tired and needs to slow down. It doesn’t always mean something is wrong, but of course, talk to you practitioner to see what they have to say since they know your full health history. It was about 1 1/2 years after my filling removal until we figured out my disease was rooted in heavy metal toxicity. I did many of the steps in this post along with a nutrient-dense diet and gentle detox (saunas, epsom salt baths, castor oil packs, etc.). It’s hard to give you specific advice without knowing your full health history, so I recommend reading all of my health and detox articles (even the ones that talk about digestion, stress, etc. as these all pertain to healing the body) and see what steps you can start taking. And, if you’d like to book a Nutritional Therapy consult with me, you can give our office a call. I work with all clients long-distance, so you don’t need to live in the area. Here’s the number: 858.259.6000
Thank you for this post! Is the Populus Nigra the binding agent in this protocol?
I just had 3 amalgam fillings removed a week ago, and a 4th a week earlier replaced with a crown. The dentist used some of the precautions except the oxygen. I found your site after trying to figure out the skin rash and puffiness on my face. I still have Some amalgams yet to be removed. What can I do for the face rash under my eyes? It is Itchy, red, and puffy! Entire face is puffy and itchy. Terrible! I am doing Epsom salt baths, charcoal by mouth, and milk thistle so far. Any advice greatly appreciated.
I’m so sorry to hear! I recommend calling our office and scheduling a 30 minute consult with me so I can have a better understanding of everything that’s happening and then we can send you the amalgam detox supplies. Biodynamic Wellness 858.259.6000
Is everyone experiencing these effects because they had the fillings removed? And not the right precautions or detox?
I plan to space my removals out over 6 months or so. I have 3 and will be doing one at a time. Do you recommend waiting until all 3 are out to detox or start right after the first removal? Thanks so much for all the great info!!
I had a titanium implant with alloy cap on top. I have anxiety and tingling in body. Have you ever heard of the nervous system being effected by this? Deborah Elliott
I haven’t, but it’s possible. I would consult with a biologically trained dentist to see what they have to say.
I am having mercury amalgams removed. In order to allow my holistic biological dentist to use the proper materials on me, I had the bio reactivity blood test done. It is only done in one lab in the entire USA – Clifford Consulting & Research in Colorado Springs, CO. They test for over 18,000 dental and orthotic materials. Thank goodness I did it because as it turns out, I have not only problems and reactions to mercury, but also some of the ‘safe’ non-amalgam materials as well as almost all metals, including gold. As well I reacted to porcelain, stainless steel and some of the anesthesia (lidocaine) and quite a number of ‘safe’ materials. I highly recommend getting the test if you are removing amalgams.
In my case, I lost my voice for over 5 months – my vocal chords froze. I lost all sensation from my knees down and could barely walk. I was told I had cancer, then MS. Turns out that symptoms for MS are very similar to those for MS.
I have one more amalgam to remove. I have severe fatigue, have gained 10 pounds I can’t loose and some digestive issues. I suspect My thyroid and adrenals need help. I did not have cancer or MS.
This is a great post
I want to know if it would be safe and effective to start & follow detox regimen even at the beginning stages for removal of one of nine amalgam fillings in the mouth. Can you describe
any possible known risks associated with early detoxing?
I would take steps to gently detox your liver. You can find the steps here: https://deliciouslyorganic.net/8-ways-to-detox-your-liver-naturally-and-gently/
Hi I got a mercury filling around 10 years ago and around a year later got hyperthyroidism which I needed surgery for. I’m wondering now if it was linked.
I went to a dentist to have my fillings replaced with the white ones and he said I’m better off leaving it as it’s close to the nerve and that after 10 years the mercury in the filling wouldn’t affect me anymore .
Is that true ?
Mercury off-gasses all throughout the day, so if someone has an amalgam filling in their mouth, they are being exposed to mercury vapors daily. I would find a biologically-trained dentist to talk to about your situation.
I just had 2 of these mercury teeth removed…before this event, I added Diatomeceous Earth (food grade) to my diet weeks before. The DE cleasnes out the body toxins, heavy metals ,paracites and worms from the entire body. By my body been to toxic; I am so grateful to have found this product to be very helpful in providing a Detox that works. When you have lived with these fillings for over sixty years, it is a relief to be Free from the use of this deadly chemical, that ruion 18 of my teeth as well as, my bone health. I feel like shouting for Joy..Now to rebuild in me..the person I never had the pleasure of meeting, the untoxic person I never knew…ME
Thank yo for your helpfuf information too! I just had to teel about The Diatomeaceous Earth…puts silicon back in your body, we so badly lack!
I am thinking of having my wife take her filling out. Please advise.
I would find a biological dentist for her to work with and then follow a heavy metal detox protocol like the one listed above.
Hi I’m having my fillings removed soon. How can one order the detox products and do you ship overseas?
Contact our office and they can help! Biodynamic Wellness 858.259.6000
Hi Carrie
I thought I’d let you know that the IAOMT has created a certification for dentists called the Safe Mercury Amalgam Removal Technique.
https://iaomt.org/resources/safe-removal-amalgam-fillings/
Thank you!
Thank you THANK YOU thank you soo much for those websites they help soooo much ! You are an angel from above I can’t thank you enough I could tear up right now I’ve needed this kind of help for awhile now!! ✨🙌🏻💓🙏🏼💙😭😊 and it will help my mother realize and believe me ! 🙂 💓
Do you just take the sulfur once a day?
Legally, I can’t give personal supplement dosage requirements unless you’re a client. I would either contact our office, or talk to your practitioner about the right dosage for you.
I went to a DR. Hanson in Calif about 6/7 years ago and had Many OF THOSE MERCURY fillings removed, When I first got there Iwas given a book written by Hanson to read OMG! I had NO IDEA of the important role our teeth play in our general BODY health! I was getting pains in my hands and arms and feet.. and my doctors here thought Arthritus, ETC.. so I finally took the advice of my hollistic doctor here in the St; Louis area,,,, and had them removed …in Calif.. because at tht time, I could not find a dentist here who seem to have the precautions to do the job correctly! aFTER ABOUT 4 MO all pains DISAPPEARED… and though I did detox, now that I am older, I wonder if my new pains and aches are related to residue mercury?
Hello, I had my last filling removed this week and unfortunately it turned into powder and I was rinsing out grey material. I have a strong immune system but have been feeling under the weather. I started oil pulling, high vitamin C, and drinking extra water. Can you tell me if oregano oil is similar in effect to cilantro? Thank you. M
Oregano doesn’t have the same properties as cilantro.
This may sound stupid to you but is there anything else that I can do besides taking my 55 years old fillings out? I am almost 68 years old and I heard that you get real sick after taking them out. Besides I had to get 3 out a few years ago and my teeth crumbled when they took them out. Not sure I am strong enough to go through with it. Please give me your honest opinion.
It really depends on the health issues you are experiencing from the mercury exposure, so I’d talk to your dentist about the best steps for your situation.
I’m so happy to have found your site. I’ve slowly and gently been opening up my detox pathways due to the worst anti-depressant withdrawal , and overburdened thyroid/body. Currently, I’m doing Epsom salt baths, sunbathing, dry brushing, and I’m currently looking into Sauna, and now just purchased castor oil/packs. I have quite a bit of amalgam in my mouth (from childhood), and root canals (adulthood), so taking my oral health is a top priority (giving myself a few months to open detox pathways). I’m sure some of the work I have done made me sick…but I just thought it was anxiety/my body falling apart. Can you recommend what I can do safely with the amalgams in my mouth…is oil pulling safe, toothpaste recommendations, don’t eat hot foods, etc?
Amazing article!
I took my wife to a biological dentist in NYC. Dr. Balica took all the necessary precautions and then some. I highly recommend anyone in the NYC area to pay her a visit. My wife is now on a careful detox program similar to the one here available. Slowly recovering and detoxing after 6 amalgams removed.
Only regret is we waited 10 years to do it because of lack of knowledge and seriousness of this problem.
Great article Carrie!
I’m so glad your wife was able to get the help she needed and is doing well!
I’m truly panicking. I got three amalgam fillings removed and replaced with composite. My dentist did not take any special precautions. Let’s just say a drill was used and the suction tube. I could feel the particles hitting my face. Worst part of all of this is I’m breastfeeding. God please tell me there is hope….
There is always hope! I recommend giving the office a call, booking a short consult and seeing which steps you can start taking today while still nursing and then have a plan for what to do after you wean.
Hi Carolyn,
I just had 3 of my 5 amalgams removed and replaced and one crown prep done for future delivery, One thing she followed all protocol except for nitrile rubber dam was not used, I still have two left to go do I need start detoxing this minute or do I wait till the last two are also removed or replaced & how long will it take to get your products if order today?
Ty for your immediate response
I recommend starting a detox protocol when someone is having their first amalgams removed (even if they are going to get more removed over the following months).
Hi- so thankful for all of your information. Wondering if you have heard of longer term issues after flu shots due to the mercury in them? I am in healthcare and was mandated to take the flu shot starting a few years back. Just now starting to think through why I have so many joint/body aches over the past few years. Just wondering if there could be a link to the mercury in those?? I do have a few fillings I have had since childhood so will check into getting those removed.
Thanks!
Yes, problems can occur from the exposure to mercury in the flu shot. If you are mandated, then the mist could be a better option to reduce the mercury exposure.
Hi
I have two fillings and have been wanting to get them removed for years. I grind my teeth and have TMJ so reckon mercury vapours are happening all the time. I have had thyroid issues too but nothing major. I like in the UK – do you think it would be best to have these Both removed at the same time ? BTW the dentist is hollistic and follows all protocols listed
Thanks
I recommend talking to your practitioner about what’s best for your situation.
Hello! I’ve been learning about mercury fillings and I’m kind of terrified of getting mine out, even with the SMART method. Can getting them out cause deadly side effects, or is it safe?
If it’s done properly and detox is done afterwards, then it can be safe for the body.
I never had amalgam fillings, but exhibit symptoms of heavy metal toxicity. I am going to talk to my doctor about testing for heavy metal retention, but I don’t think I want to do chelation unless it is absolutely necessary. Will the six month detox plan you have remove metals throughout the body? Or is it geared toward the mouth?
This plan is geared towards helping remove heavy metals from the body.
Should you detox in the way you describe in your article regardless of the method of removal of the amalgam? If we should, then what difference does it truly make if you have it SMART removed? Thank you for your article, it’s very helpful for sure.
Yes. Even with all of the right precautions, you are still exposed to some vapors, so this is why it’s important to take steps to also detox.
How long do you take the organic sulfur for after removal?
Thanks!
It’s good article Dental Clinic Near Me
Really grateful for the information here. It blew me away to discover how dangerous and negative to health Amalgam fillings can be, even more so that in a supposedly advanced nation as the UK we still use them. Dentistry industry is now even kicking up a fuss from a proposed ban from the EU.
Not only but I specifically asked my dentist when getting them only 5 years back if there was any reason to consider other types of fillings or was it purely aesthetic. He told me it was and so the amalgam were cheaper so I chose them, not being particular about the metal look.
How could he not have known, how was he comfortable recommending if he did’t know.
A shame that it seems to be a struggle for me to find safe treatment in the UK. But with stories of Ukrainian refugees needing to travel back to a war zone for dental treatment circling, as the UK falls to its knees, it doesn’t surprise me.