What You Need to Know Before Removing Your Amalgam Fillings
why consider removal
Removing amalgam fillings is a smart choice for everyone wanting to lower their toxic load and support their long-term health. Amalgam fillings are made of about 50% elemental mercury, mixed with silver, tin, and copper.
Mercury is a neurotoxin—it can vaporise over time, especially when chewing, brushing, or drinking hot liquids (PMID: 18197828). Chronic exposure, even in low doses, is linked to neurological, immune, hormonal, and digestive issues (PMID: 20816346, PMID: 23230465).
mercury doesn’t just stay in the filling
Studies show it can be released as vapor, inhaled, and stored in the brain, kidneys, liver, and fatty tissues (PMID: 21998776 PMID: 23230464).
Over time, this can contribute to issues like:
Brain fog
Fatigue
Mood swings or anxiety
Thyroid or hormonal imbalances
Autoimmune flares
Mercury adds to the bodies overall load and can hinder cellular function and detox pathways.
So you want them out?
Here’s the thing.......it must be done safely to avoid releasing harmful mercury vapor or particles during the process! If you go to a dentist who does not take proper precautions, the toxins you experience when it is REMOVED could be far more than if you left them in!
Here’s what you need to know before removing amalgam fillings.
don’t just go to ANY dentist
Seek out a biological or holistic dentist who is trained in safe amalgam removal protocols.
proper protection during removal
A SMART-certified dentist will use multiple safety measures like:
Rubber dam: Prevents particles from entering your mouth.
High-volume suction & air filtration: Captures mercury vapor and debris.
Nasal oxygen: Ensures you breathe clean air (not mercury vapor).
Full-body drapes, hair covering, eye protection for you and the dentist.
Amalgam chunking technique: Cuts fillings into pieces instead of grinding.
support your body before
This is not about forcing a “heavy detox”—the goal is to gently prepare the body & support natural elimination + reduce inflammation safely.
Prep phase: before removal
GOAL: Nourish detox organs (liver, kidneys, gut), boost antioxidants, and reduce inflammation.
Take vitamin C (liposomal), selenium (from selenomethionine or Brazil nuts), zinc, milk thistle, magnesium biglycinate, omegas, and optional Chlorella.
Protection phase: day of removal
Goal: Reduce mercury redistribution, inflammation, and support excretion.
Consider binders (chlorella, activated charcoal) which binds mercury in the gut, prevents reabsorption, and continue vitamin C. Prioritise rest, clean water all day to support the kidney elimination of toxins.
support your body after
Support + Drainage Phase: 1–3 weeks AFTER removal
Goal: Gently assist detoxification and restore nutrient balance.
Continue:
Whole foods, and sweating (sauna, exercise).
Milk Thistle, Selenium, Vitamin C, Magnesium, Chlorella or Charcoal (only 2–3x/week to avoid depleting nutrients)
Probiotics + Fiber (like psyllium husk or flaxseed).
Hydration (aim for 2–3L/day)
Optional Add-Ons:
Glutathione (liposomal or NAC): For deeper cellular detox (start this after removal, not before).
Binders like bentonite clay or fulvic acid (used carefully under guidance).
How to find a SMART dentist internationally
1. Visit the IAOMT (International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology). They are the leading authority on SMART mercury removal.Go to: https://iaomt.org.
2. Navigate to the "Search" section
3. Use the search filters to select "SMART Member" and "New Zealand" (or country of origin). You will then see a list of IAOMT members in your country who are SMART-certified.
How to find a SMART dentist in the US
Try the IABDM (International Academy of Biological Dentistry and Medicine). This group also lists holistic and biological dentists trained in toxin-free, whole-body dentistry.
Visit: https://iabdm.org
Click on “Find a Dentist”
Search by your location
ask these questions when you call the dental office
“Is the dentist SMART-certified through IAOMT?”
If not ask:
“Do you use a rubber dam, air filtration, nasal oxygen, and high-volume suction during amalgam removal?”
“Do you offer biocompatibility testing for filling materials?” (not a deal breaker)
“Do you have a pre- and post-removal detox protocol?” (again you can do this yourself, so not essential)
supplement regimen for amalgam removal
1–2 Weeks BEFORE Removal:
Vitamin C (liposomal) 1,000–2,000 mg daily
Magnesium biglycinate 200–400 mg at night
Milk Thistle 150–300 mg 2x daily
Selenium (from selenomethionine or Brazil nuts) 100–200 mcg daily
Zinc, 15–30 mg daily
Omega-3s (Fish oil or algae oil) 1,000–2,000 mg daily
Chlorella (optional – start low) 250–500 mg once daily
Day Of Removal:
"Protection Phase" Goal: Reduce mercury redistribution and support excretion.
Activated Charcoal or Chlorella, 30–60 min before and 1–2 hours after appointment.
Vitamin C, after procedure.
What to Avoid During Removal: Cilantro, alpha lipoic acid (ALA), EDTA, or DMSA before or during amalgam removal — these can cross the blood-brain barrier and mobilise mercury too soon, potentially causing redistribution and symptoms.
