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 mercury amalgam fillings that were so popular in … 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. 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 amalgam filling. 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 contains … 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
Most adults who have had cavities filled have amalgam fillings. Dental amalgam is the material most widely used for the repair of damaged teeth, viewed as an affordable, effective alternative to gold. Which was commonly used in earlier days of dentistry. Amalgam fillings have become a source of concern in … Continue reading
Silver dental fillings have been a part of dentistry for so long that people do not remember an alternative. Amalgam is the material of silver fillings, and has been around since before the Civil War. Seen as a strong, long-lasting, affordable material, amalgam continues to be used by more than … 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. Daniel J. Knause earned his B.S. in Health and Exercise Science from Furman University and his DMD from Medical University of South Carolina School of Dentistry. He’s well-versed in IAOMT protocol and holds membership in many prestigious associations.
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 that she is SMART certified through the IAOMT and is dedicated to giving our guests the best treatment possible.
A graduate from the University of Texas, John R. White, DDS, DABDSM has over 40 years of experience in providing health care services in the field of professional dentistry. He is renowned as a specialist in the field of sleep apnea as well as being a patient-friendly doctor who aims to provide the best possible oral health care possible. He has contributed to the dental community of professionals by lecturing across the country to share his wealth of knowledge on the subject.
