title: The toxicity of mercury--myth or reality?
abstract: The use of mercury in dentistry has provoked considerable controversy. The pharmacology and possible signs and symptoms associated with the use of mercury are considered and evidence regarding its safety is examined in this review paper.
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authors.lastname: O'Connor
mesh_terms: D000395:Air Pollutants, Occupational / Q000032:analysis; D003723:Dental Amalgam / Q000009:adverse effects; D003815:Dentists; D006801:Humans; D006967:Hypersensitivity; D008628:Mercury / Q000009:adverse effects* / Q000032:analysis; D008630:Mercury Poisoning / Q000209:etiology; D016273:Occupational Exposure; D014835:Volatilization
chemical_list: D000395:Air Pollutants, Occupational; D003723:Dental Amalgam; D008628:Mercury