Safe Mercury Filling Removal, Done the SMART Way
Those old silver fillings are roughly half mercury. Removing them the wrong way can expose you to more of it, not less. At ELEV8, every amalgam removal follows the SMART protocol to protect you at each step.
Those Silver Fillings Have Been on Your Mind
Maybe you’ve had those metal fillings for twenty years and quietly wondered what they might be doing to your body. Maybe you’ve started reading about mercury and you’re not sure what’s true and what’s fear.
Here’s what matters: amalgam fillings are about fifty percent mercury, and drilling them out releases vapor. A dentist who removes them without the right protections can actually expose you to more mercury than leaving them in. Safe removal is a specific protocol, not a default.
You’re asking the right questions. And you’re in the right place.
Not All Mercury Removal Is Safe Removal
The SMART Protocol
Amalgam removal at ELEV8 follows the SMART protocol and IAOMT-aligned standards, the recognized standard for removing amalgam while minimizing mercury exposure.
Full Isolation & Protection
A rubber dam, high-volume suction, supplemental oxygen, and dedicated air filtration keep mercury vapor away from you, our team, and the room.
Biocompatible Restoration
Each filling is replaced with a metal-free, non-toxic material, so what goes back in supports your body rather than working against it.
Dr. Leedia & Dr. Rashad Riman
Two dentists who left conventional dentistry behind to build the practice they always wished existed, one that honors biology, safety, and soul.
Dr. Leedia Riman, DDS
Blending biological dentistry with a passion for women’s health and emotional wellness, Dr. Leedia leads ELEV8 with a mission to make dentistry safe, non-toxic, and whole-body aligned.
Dr. Rashad Riman, DDS
Specializing in biocompatible surgery, zirconia implants, and conservative restorative techniques, Dr. Rashad brings technical mastery and uncompromising standards to every visit.
Often Paired With This
Cavitation Surgery
Find and clear the hidden jawbone infections that conventional X-rays routinely miss.
Learn More → SaveRoot Canal Alternatives
Biomimetic sealing and ozone to save the living tooth before a root canal becomes necessary.
Learn More → ResolveFailed Root Canal Removal
Safe removal of failed root canals, with PRF and ozone to support whole-body healing.
Learn More → HealGum Disease Treatment
Target the bacterial cause, not just the symptoms, using ozone and microbiome-first care.
Learn More → RegenerateOzone & Laser Therapy
Disinfect and heal without antibiotics or harsh chemicals, gently and precisely.
Learn More →How Safe Amalgam Removal Works
Evaluate & Plan
We review your fillings and your whole-body health, then map a removal sequence that makes sense for your mouth and your goals.
Protected Removal
Using the full SMART setup, isolation, suction, oxygen, and filtration, the amalgam is removed in large pieces to keep vapor and particles contained.
Restore & Support
We restore the tooth with a biocompatible material and can layer in whole-body detox support to help your system recover afterward.
Loved by Beverly Hills
“Dr. Leedia and Dr. Rashad are on another level of dentistry. From InBody assessments to CT scans to nutrition, they take into consideration you as a whole, not to mention the most beautiful office.”
“I finally understand what holistic dental care actually means. They treat you like a person, not a chart, and care about your whole health, not just your teeth. I trust them so much I sent my whole family.”
“As a dentist myself, I’m extremely selective about who works on my teeth. I even chose to restore my wisdom tooth here because I trust Dr. Rashad to do it the right way, using proper isolation with a rubber dam.”
Nicole’s Story
Large mercury fillings in all four quadrants since childhood, removed in phases and rebuilt with onlays rather than crowns.
Shared with permission. Every mouth and every body is different, so individual experiences and results vary. See more patient stories
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