Success — FDA Finally Issues Amalgam Warning

In an astounding about-face to the previous stance, a warning has finally been issued, which brings this toxic substance into the limelight.

STORY AT-A-GLANCE

• September 24, 2020, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration released its long-overdue safety communication on amalgam

• The FDA warns mercury fillings may adversely affect people in certain high-risk groups and should be avoided

• Groups identified as being at increased risk for harmful effects from dental mercury fillings include pregnant wome…