I'm due to go to the dentist next month. The plan of treatment is to replace an old composite filling with an amalgam one.

[Twdibwd]

My question is 'Would an amalgam filling have a detrimental effect on my SLE?' I had all my amalgam fillings removed about 30 years ago because the amalgam ones were leaching. Sure would appreciate your comments.

[Willow]

I'm not aware of any direct links with lupus and amalgam fillings but I would suggest that if there is an alternative you should have it. I too had all my fillings replaced years ago and would not have any put back unless there was no choice. X

[Twdibwd Volunteer in reply to Willow]

Thank you Willow. My gut feeling too is to search for alternatives. Composite fillings work but, they don't last as long. However there is peace of mind and that's worth a lot.

[Hidden]

I'm thinking the official answer to this is no. I seem to recall this question being asked a while ago and Prof D'Cruz saying that. I will check and put the answer here if it's not correct.

[Twdibwd Volunteer in reply to Hidden]

Thank you.

[Hidden]

Just to confirm what I said Prof D'Cruz also said "There is no evidence that I am aware of that amalgam fillings are detrimental to SLE".

[Twdibwd Volunteer in reply to Hidden]

Thank you for the confirmation. I can go ahead now with an easy mind.