Oral Mercury Vapor Testing

Occupational safety agencies, such as the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), understand the dangers of exposure to toxic materials, such as mercury vapor, and have thus set specific limits to such exposures in the work environment. However, these limits apply to exposure during a 40-hour work week. Mercury fillings in one’s mouth are degassing 24 hours a day and 7 days a week. Therefore, these limits are fine for the workplace, but woefully too high for your mouth.

• World Health Organization (WHO): 25ug/m3 per eight-hour shift.
• Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA): 50 ug/m3 per eight-hour shift, and if the level goes over 100 ug/m3 at any time, then employees must leave the area!
• National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH): Same as OSHA.
• Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR): 0.2 ug/m3 per eight-hour shift.
• American Conference of Government Industry Hygienists (ACGIH): 25 ug/m3 for eight-hour shift and a 40-hour work week.

The release of mercury vapor can be tremendously increased by many different kinds of stimulation.

Mercury Vapor Testing with the Jerome 431-X

Dr. Keanna uses the Jerome 431-X mercury vapor analyzer for mercury testing in Albuquerque. This device not only enables Dr. Keanna to ensure there are not harmful levels of mercury in the office, but also enables him to provide oral mercury vapor testing for patients interested in this service.

Who should seek Oral Mercury Vapor Testing?

Anyone who has mercury amalgam fillings or is just curious may ask Dr. Keanna for mercury testing. If you are uncomfortable with the level of mercury vapor detected in your mouth, you can discuss safe removal of amalgam fillings with Dr. Keanna. If you suspect mercury poisoning, Dr. Keanna will refer you to a medical doctor for assistance in detoxification.

Contact Dr. Keanna for Mercury Vapor Testing

Dr. Keanna is happy to provide oral mercury vapor testing to patients who are concerned about their amalgam fillings. As a biological dentist, Dr. Keanna is committed to protecting your oral health and overall health with holistic dentistry in a mercury-safe environment.

Call 505-292-8533 to learn more about oral mercury vapor testing in Albuquerque.