Dental amalgam phase-out 1 article

Dental amalgam phase-out describes policy efforts to progressively reduce and, in some settings, end routine use of mercury-containing dental amalgam. Measures can involve environmental commitments, restrictions for particular patient groups, material substitution, waste controls and exceptions where alternative restorative options are not suitable. The concept is about managing a transition in restorative practice and mercury policy, not about diagnosing caries or endorsing one replacement material. The exact timetable and legal mechanism depend on the jurisdiction.