Mercury content in gingival tissues adjacent to amalgam fillings.

Author: Freden H, Hellden L, Milleding P.

Source: Odontol Revy.

Year: 1974

Comment:

This study found higher mercury content in gingival tissues in contact with amalgam fillings.

Abstract / Excerpt:

“The mercury and silver content in gingival tissues in contact with class V silver amalgam fillings and in gingival tissues in contact with intact tooth enamel was studied in seven patients. The mercury content was determined by flameless atomic absorption spectrophotometry (Coleman Mas 50) and the silver content by atomic absorption (Perkin Elmer 303) at 3281 A. The results showed that biopsies from gingival tissues in contact with amalgam restorations had a markedly higher mercury content than control biopsies. Further studies will be performed.”

Citation:

Freden H, Hellden L, Milleding P. Mercury content in gingival tissues adjacent to amalgam fillings. Odontol Revy. 1974 ;25(2):207-10.