Concerned About BPA in Dental Fillings?
BPA and Tooth-Colored Fillings
Bis-Phenol A (BPA), a compound found in some tooth-colored dental fillings, has been associated with endocrine disruption and linked to a range of health concerns. Given this, the filling materials used in this practice are BPA-free.
Don’t Jump to Replace Your Composite Fillings
For parents concerned about existing fillings that contain BPA, removal and replacement with BPA-free alternatives is generally not advisable, as the process would primarily weaken the affected teeth and is likely to cause more harm than benefit. BPA release from dental fillings decreases substantially after the initial 24-hour period. The preferable approach is to select BPA-free materials from the outset, though when that is not an option, transitioning to a BPA-free filling material when the current restorations eventually need replacement is a reasonable course of action.
Get BPA-Free Tooth-Colored Fillings at Pearly Dental Care
If you’re due for filling replacements, your child is ready for dental sealants, or if you simply have concerns about BPA, give us a call at our Sunnyvale office at (408) 774-1200 or our San Jose office at (408) 300-0767 or send us an email. We can answer any questions you may have, and together we can make a plan for any future fillings.
