Finally Goodbye to Dental Mercury Fillings.

Have you ever wondered what it have cost your health for this finally to announced after years of thought leaders pushing for non toxic alternatives and safe removal.

A global policy shift has finally recognised what many in biological and holistic dentistry have highlighted for years: mercury-based amalgam fillings pose important health and environmental considerations.

Today’s Straits Times article (8 November 2025) reflects the growing international consensus on the need to phase out mercury in dentistry. This is a meaningful development for patient and environmental safety.

At Nuffield Dental, this principle has guided our clinical approach from the very beginning.

We have not used amalgam fillings since Dr Samintharaj Kumar founded Nuffield Dental in August 2014.

This was a conscious decision in favour of safer, biocompatible alternatives.

Safe Removal Matters

Amalgam fillings are most risky during removal, when mercury vapour and particulates may be released. For this reason, we follow very specific, structured protocols for safe amalgam removal at Nuffield Dental, including:

• High-volume suction and isolation techniques

• Air filtration and vapour management

• Protective measures for both patients and clinicians

• IAOMT-inspired, evidence-based clinical workflows

These protocols ensure that patients opting to remove old amalgams can do so as safely as possible.

Beyond Mercury: A Broader Look at Dental Materials

The discussion is broader than just amalgam. Across dentistry, there is increasing awareness of:

• Potential toxins in older restorative materials

• Safer, biocompatible white filling options

• The presence of possible contaminants on implant surfaces

• Considerations in choosing materials that support overall systemic health

At Nuffield Dental, we remain committed to using safer white restorations, even though they may be more costly, because material biocompatibility is central to long-term patient wellbeing.

Implant Surface Purity

There is also growing interest in the purity and cleanliness of dental implant surfaces.

A useful resource for patients and clinicians is the Clean Foundation for Dental Implantology, which discusses implant decontamination science and biological considerations.

Holistic & Biological Dentistry, Including Ceramic Implants

For patients seeking metal-free or biocompatible approaches, we provide:

• Holistic dentistry

• Biological dentistry

• Ceramic implantology, an increasingly popular metal-free alternative

These options allow patients to choose treatments aligned with their personal, medical, and biological needs.

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Learn more

Holistic Dentistry Singapore

www.holisticdentistry.com.sg

Nuffield Dental

www.nuffielddental.com.sg

Global policy is evolving, and awareness is increasing. At Nuffield Dental, our focus remains the same as it has been since 2014: providing safe, biocompatible, scientifically grounded dental care with proper protocols to protect our patients’ long-term health.