Dentistry Fraud

Fraud in dentistry differs from most medical fraud in that it is often carried out by qualified dentists. Most of the fraud is based on frightening people about two chemicals – fluoride and mercury – or by talking nonsense about root canal therapy. The sites listed here provide factual information about these concerns. (A list of sites promoting dental fraud can be found at The Millenium Project.)

There are sites listed in this category.

ADA Statement on Dental Amalgam

Alzheimer Myths (dental amalgam, aspartame, ...)

American Dental Association

Australian Dental Association

Dental Amalgam

Dental Watch (Stephen Barrett)

Fluoride

Some facts from the Australian Dental Association

Fluoride and Fluoridation

NCAHF Position Paper on Amalgam Fillings (2002)

Oral Health Resources (CDC)