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How to Detox After an Amalgam Filling Removal

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.

How to Detox After Amalgam Filling Removal

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.

My husband, Pete, has quite a few amalgam fillings and this week he’s getting the first two removed. We wanted to have his fillings removed for many years, but for reasons related to his job in the Air Force, we decided to wait. Now that he can take the proper steps to detox, we can finally get them removed.

Since we’re walking through the process, I thought you might find it helpful to know the steps we’ve taken – especially if you’re going to get your mercury amalgam fillings out soon.

We had to do a lot of homework to figure everything out, so hopefully I’ve given you a head start on your research!

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 he’s “holistic” doesn’t necessarily mean he 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. Here’s a list of “clean” dental materials.
  • 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 an Amalgam Filling Removal

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 we use for our clients at Biodynamic Wellness and is the exact protocol Pete is using for the next six months.

Dental Detox Protocol: Before you get your fillings out, email or call our office – we can ship all these supplements to you (except for the cilantro oil*). The protocol takes place the day of and the six months following the removal of mercury amalgam fillings and other toxic metals.

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. BioSuperfood f2 – 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.
  4. Quinton Hypertonic or Isotonic – These vials of deep sea water help replace minerals displaced by mercury fillings.
  5. Organic Sulfur – Sulfur enhances mercury detox.
  6. 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 follow the Foundational Food Plan, available to you when you purchase the supplements from our office, 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.

Sources:
Biodynamic Wellness
Radical Medicine by Dr. Louisa Williams
5-Day Dental Detox by Dr. Louisa Williams

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90 Comments

  1. Carolyn Di-Mieri

    June 30, 2017 at 7:24 am

    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 .
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      • Stef

        September 11, 2018 at 9:25 pm

        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.
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        • Deliciously Organic

          September 12, 2018 at 9:55 am

          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.
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    • Sally

      November 10, 2018 at 1:23 pm

      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!!
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      • Ann Kleinman

        May 10, 2019 at 5:50 am

        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
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  2. Tonya Ballew

    June 30, 2017 at 7:47 am

    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.
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    • Deliciously Organic

      July 2, 2017 at 7:12 pm

      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!
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      • Trxy

        December 28, 2018 at 11:45 am

        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!
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  4. Nicola Sandys

    June 30, 2017 at 8:26 am

    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?!!
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    • Deliciously Organic

      July 2, 2017 at 7:07 pm

      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.
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      • Carly Taylor

        July 21, 2017 at 11:05 pm

        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.
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  7. Dixie Shoemaker

    June 30, 2017 at 9:51 am

    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 www.midwestholisticdentistry.com
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  10. Jan Simonis

    June 30, 2017 at 2:28 pm

    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.
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  11. gwen

    June 30, 2017 at 3:42 pm

    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.
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    • Deliciously Organic

      July 2, 2017 at 6:37 pm

      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.
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  12. Anna

    June 30, 2017 at 9:46 pm

    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
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  13. Claudia

    July 1, 2017 at 10:09 am

    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?
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    • Deliciously Organic

      July 2, 2017 at 6:47 pm

      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!
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  14. Carol L

    July 2, 2017 at 6:49 pm

    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.
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  16. Renee

    July 3, 2017 at 5:43 pm

    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!
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    • Deliciously Organic

      July 4, 2017 at 3:13 pm

      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.
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  17. Susie

    July 3, 2017 at 6:57 pm

    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.
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    • Deliciously Organic

      July 4, 2017 at 3:11 pm

      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.
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  18. Nancy

    July 5, 2017 at 9:25 am

    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!
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    • Bridgitte Pascale

      November 14, 2018 at 5:32 pm

      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!
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  21. Dave G

    July 23, 2017 at 9:17 pm

    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
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  23. Valery Behan

    August 31, 2017 at 11:11 pm

    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!
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  26. KT

    November 30, 2017 at 9:02 am

    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.
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  27. Jennifer

    January 9, 2018 at 4:47 pm

    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.
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    • Deliciously Organic

      January 9, 2018 at 4:54 pm

      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
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      • Kanwalpreet virk

        January 17, 2019 at 4:05 pm

        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 ..
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  28. Hillary

    January 15, 2018 at 6:20 pm

    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.
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    • Deliciously Organic

      January 17, 2018 at 2:24 pm

      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
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  29. Penny

    February 25, 2018 at 6:30 pm

    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.
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  30. Christine

    March 28, 2018 at 11:59 am

    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 ?
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  31. Suzanne Taylor

    April 11, 2018 at 3:45 pm

    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
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    • Deliciously Organic

      April 18, 2018 at 11:56 am

      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
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  33. Deb

    May 27, 2018 at 10:00 am

    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.
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  34. Megan Morton

    June 25, 2018 at 10:53 pm

    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!!
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  36. Tonya

    September 28, 2018 at 7:51 pm

    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
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  38. Kay

    November 22, 2018 at 6:01 pm

    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 ?
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  39. Atarah

    December 23, 2018 at 12:58 pm

    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!
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