September 24, 2020
By Jennifer Garvin
The FDA did note that ongoing research into amalgam and alternative restorative materials is necessary, something with which the ADA also supports.
The ADA also expressed support for the FDA recommendation that “existing amalgam fillings in good condition should not be removed or replaced unless it is considered medically necessary,” according to an ADA news release.
In its statement, FDA advised patients with questions to discuss all treatment options with their dental provider, “including the benefits and risks of using dental amalgam and other dental restorative materials, to help [them] make an informed decision.”
While the FDA said certain groups may be at greater risk for potential negative effects from exposure to mercury, the ADA noted in its release that agency also said there is “little to no information” known about the effects dental amalgam may have on these specific groups and stressed there “was no new scientific evidence cited as part of the FDA recommendation.”
“Patients should consult with their dentists to decide which filling material is best for them based on a number of factors, such as size and location of the cavity, patient history, cosmetic concerns and cost,” the release concluded.
For dentists who have patients with questions about the FDA news, the ADA has information on all restorative materials at MouthHealthy.org.
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