Do you or someone you know have an old silver filling? There are many reasons why dentists worldwide have switched from metal amalgam fillings to composite resin fillings. Among those reasons is the toxicity of mercury and the danger it poses to the human body. Your safety and health are … Continue reading
Many guests in the Greenville, SC, area are unaware of the materials being used in their smile to repair or reconstruct it. Dr. Deb Adams, and our team at Palmer Distinctive Dentistry encourage new and current guests of the practice to educate themselves further on the benefits of safely removing … Continue reading
In the mid-1800s, land could be bought for $5 an acre, a 4-room rental cost around $5 a month, and a laborer earned less than $1 a day. While most things have certainly changed, at least one thing remains the same: The silver mercury fillings (amalgams) that were so popular … Continue reading
The team at Palmer Distinctive Dentistry offers comprehensive holistic dental care for guests near Five Forks, SC, and the surrounding areas. For guests who request amalgam filling removal, the practice follows strict protocol to protect the health and safety of the guests, dental team, and environment. Â Palmer Distinctive Dentistry follows … Continue reading
At Palmer Distinctive Dentistry, we provide a wide range of holistic and biological dental services aimed at preserving the health of the smile and the body. One of these services is the safe removal of amalgam fillings. When a guest asks about the safe removal of an amalgam filling, … Continue reading
If you have had tooth cavities filled, chances are you have a mouth full of “silver fillings,” which are amalgam fillings that contain a variety of metals bound together with mercury. For years, dentists have relied on amalgam fillings due to cost and convenience of the material. Holistic dentists, however, … Continue reading
If you are an adult with one or more fillings chances are you have a silver mercury filling (amalgam). Amalgam was once the standard material used for these fillings because it was thought to be strong and safe. Over the past few decades, amalgam has come into question because it … Continue reading
Many people are well aware of the concerns about the effect of mercury on the human body. Mercury exposure can increase the risk for negative effects on the brain and kidneys as well as allergic reactions. Some people even go to great lengths to avoid mercury exposure in their diet … Continue reading
The safe removal of amalgam fillings is important for both the guest and the dental staff. Without following proper protocol, harmful mercury vapors can be released during the process. In most cases, holistic dentists will not recommend removing your amalgam fillings unless there is good cause. However, if you find … Continue reading
Do you have silver fillings in your mouth? If so, those fillings are made of amalgam (a mixture of metals that can contain up to 50% mercury). These dark colored fillings were once the standard for fillings because they were thought of as easy, durable, and affordable. However, in recent … Continue reading
At Palmer Distinctive Dentistry, we believe that oral health and overall wellness are linked. This is our focus when attending to our guests’ dental needs. Giving beautiful, healthy smiles to the residents of Greenville, SC is our goal.
Heading our team is Founder Dr. John J. Palmer, a Medical University of South Carolina School of Dentistry graduate. A dedicated holistic dentist and pioneer in advanced dentistry, he incorporates the latest technologies and IAOMT-certified methods and stays abreast of modern developments in biological dentistry.
Dr. Debra G. Adams received her Bachelor of Science from Huntingdon College in Montgomery, AL, and worked as a dental assistant, before graduating from dental school at the University of Alabama, Birmingham. Dr Adams is SMART certified through the IAOMT and is dedicated to giving our guests the best treatment possible.
Dr. Ashley Hurley has been in private practice since 2020 and is thrilled to join our Palmer Distinctive Dentistry holistic dental office as a Dental Associate! Dr. Hurley earned her undergraduate degree from Louisiana State University (2012-2015), a certificate from the LECOM post-baccalaureate program, and her Doctorate in Dental Medicine from Roseman University College of Dental Medicine in 2020. Dr. Hurley has worked on multiple scientific projects. She has also volunteered in various ways for communal service over the years. She is excited to positively affect the Upstate community by serving you while assuring your trust is always in good hands.
