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Why some patients choose to replace amalgam fillings – and how we support that choice safely

You may have heard people talk about replacing their silver (amalgam) fillings. While there’s no clinical requirement to remove them unless they’re damaged or decayed, some patients choose to have them replaced as part of a personal preference or holistic approach to their dental care.

At Evolve Dentistry, we respect that choice—and we’re here to support it with safety-led protocols designed to protect you throughout the process.

What is amalgam?

Amalgam is a durable material made from a mix of metals, including mercury. It’s been used for decades and is still considered safe by many dental authorities. However, some patients prefer alternative materials for personal, aesthetic, or lifestyle reasons.

What is the SMART protocol?

The SMART protocol (Safe Mercury Amalgam Removal Technique), developed by the IAOMT, involves a comprehensive set of protective measures to reduce potential exposure to mercury vapour during the removal of amalgam fillings.

At Evolve Dentistry, we use:

  • High-volume air filtration
  • Rubber dam isolation
  • Protective barriers for both patient and clinician
  • Specialised suction and water cooling

Why choose amalgam removal?

  • You prefer a tooth-coloured, metal-free smile
  • You’re on a wellness journey and want to align your dental care
  • You feel more comfortable without metal-based restorations

We won’t tell you that you need to remove your amalgam fillings—but if you decide it’s right for you, we’re here to provide the safest, most supportive experience possible.

Ready to talk about your options? Contact us on 01275 842 550

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You might notice a familiar face missing from Evolve for a little while… 💚

Carol is heading to Zambia with SmileStar, a dental charity providing free dental care to communities with limited access to treatment.

In this video, Carol shares a little more about where she’s going, what she’ll be doing while she’s there and why she wanted to be part of the trip.

It’s going to be a very different couple of weeks away from the practice, and we’re incredibly proud to see Carol giving her time and skills to support SmileStar’s work.

We’ll be sharing a little more from her trip when we can, but for now, we’ll let Carol tell you all about it in her own words. 💚

Safe travels, Carol. We can’t wait to hear all about it when you’re home!

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🍰 Come and join us today! 💚

Our Macmillan Coffee Morning is in full swing at Evolve Dentistry, and we’d love to see you!

We’ve got plenty of delicious homemade cakes waiting for you, so pop in, say hello, grab a slice (or two!) and help us raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support.

We’ll be serving cakes right through until 5pm today, so there’s still plenty of time to come down.

📍 Evolve Dentistry, Portishead
🍰 Cakes until 5pm
💚 Everyone is welcome

Come hungry! 😋

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🍰☕ Today’s the day - and there’s cake! 💚

Our Macmillan Coffee Morning is happening TODAY at Evolve Dentistry and we’d love you to come and join us.

The Evolve team have been busy baking (and possibly buying… we won’t judge! 😉) and there’ll be plenty of cake and drinks available throughout the day, all in support of Macmillan Cancer Support.

And remember - you don’t need to be an Evolve patient to come along.

If you live or work in Portishead, are passing by, or just fancy an excellent excuse for cake, pop in and see us. Bring a friend, your family or your workmates too!

📍 Evolve Dentistry, Portishead
🍰 Cake and drinks throughout the day
💚 Donations for Macmillan Cancer Support
👋 Everyone welcome

No appointment needed - just pop in!

Come and help us eat an unreasonable amount of cake for a very good cause. 💚

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