Environmental dentistry

In our Dental practice in Friedrichshain not only your healthy teeth and gums are the focus, but also a healthy environment. With the Environmental dentistry let's pursue an approach that your Oral health has in view and at the same time the effects of our dental care minimized to the environment.

A decisive factor for this is the complete avoidance of amalgam in Dental fillings. Amalgam is a dental filling material that has been used in dentistry for many decades.

It consists mainly of a mixture of different metals, with mercury making up the largest proportion. Amalgam has proven its worth through its durability and resistance, and is still the standard care provided by statutory health insurance funds for Caries therapy.

Biocompatible materials for a healthy environment — and a healthy body

However, mercury is an environmental toxin that is toxic to humans, animals, and plants. It accumulates in the body and can, via older Dental fillings, especially during their removal by the dentist, should be included.

Therefore, in filling therapy at DENTALOGICUM, we only use biocompatible materials such as plastic or composites, which are characterized by high compatibility. In addition, we rely on modern Treatment methods and a precise Diagnostics.

When replacing old amalgam fillings, we use preventive measures such as increased fresh air supply, extraction devices, and special amalgam separators during removal.

This is how we can dental care at the highest level ensure and at the same time make a positive contribution to the environment and your health. A regular Prophylaxis additionally supports the long-term preservation of your dental health.