Mercury (Hg) is a toxic metal that naturally exists in several forms in the environment — metallic mercury (also known as elemental mercury), inorganic mercury (in the form of mercury salts) and ...

AUGUSTA, Ga. – Dental amalgam has been proven safe and effective for years, yet unfounded controversy still surrounds it, a Medical College of Georgia researcher says. Dentists have used amalgam, an ...

Getting a filling is a common dental procedure that is used to treat cavities and protect teeth damaged by tooth decay. There are several types of filling material currently available to repair ...