This has been a very busy year for me and I am proud of the accomplishments for 2010. Our office prides itself in providing comfortable, safe biologic dentistry and because of that I never stop learning how to provide every better service to our patients. During this past year, I have been honored by being asked to teach biologic dentistry to dentists from across the world at a biannual I.A.O.M.T meeting. I was also elected to be the vice president of the International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology. In addition many hours of study, travel, and lecture allowed me to become certified as a Naturopathic Physician. Thanks to my staff and family for all their support and help!

-Dr. William E. Virtue, D.D.S., N.M.D.

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December 10th was an all day meeting in Greensboro to update and enhance his skills in Cerac Dentistry.

November 18, 19, and 20th were the last session to complete and graduate from the American College of Interrogative Medicine and dentistry. Dr. Virtue became a certified Naturopathic Physician.

On September 23, 24, and 25th Dr. Virtue flew to San Diego to attend and teach at the Fall Symposium of the International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology. Thursday, September 24th he along with Dr. Joe Palmer lectured on the fundamental and proper practices of biologic dentistry. Here Dr. Virtue was elected vice president of the I.A.O.M.T.

Dr. Virtue spent 3 days in Memphis on August 26, 27, and 28th to review the most correct techniques and procedure in Sedation Dentistry. No, he didn’t get to go to Graceland.

Chicago was the location for an enhanced communication workshop sponsored by the I.A.O.M.T. This included both a weekend in April and one in May.

Atlantic City, New Jersey was the site for the spring meeting for the International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology. This was the beginning of a very busy year for Dr. Virtue’s professional development. He was asked and accepted an offer to teach the new members of the I.A.O.M.T principals of Biologic Dentistry. Spring and Fall Dr. Virtue is educating other dentists on how to protect their patients, staff, and themselves from mercury poisoning. Also in March Dr. Virtue attended the annual update in oral medicine, oral surgery, and pharmacology.

Dr. Virtue started a two-year course at the American College of Integrative Medicine & Dentistry. Upon completion in November 2010, Dr. Virtue will be board certified by the American Board of Integrative Medicine & Dentistry and through the American Naturopathic Medical Association.

Las Vegas, NV - Attended a three-day semi-annual meeting of the International Academy of Oral Medical & Toxicology.

Indianapolis, IN - This was the 30th Alumni Celebration of Dr. Virtue's graduation from Indiana University School of Dentistry. This meeting also included a course in Cone Beam Computerized Tomography.

Charleston, SC - Attended the Invisalign course. This allows Dr. Virtue to use the new technology to create more beautiful smiles without braces.

San Antonio, TX - Dr. Virtue was asked and accepted the job of assigning a new member of the International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology who requested mentors to accredited members.

Concord, NC - Again the entire office traveled together to attend two days of education on Pampered Patient Treatment, Office Management and Maximum Office Moral.

Charlotte, NC - The entire office staff traveled together to attend the Semi-Annual International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology. Topics included Root Canal, TMD Treatment, Myofacial Pain, Dental Materials, Decay Prevention, Oral Surgery and Periodontics.

Boston, MA - The Insider Circle put in three days of lectures on Nutrition, Practice Management and Self Improvement.

Pinehurst, NC - Dr. Virtue recieved advanced training with the CEREC single visit crowns and onlay system. This meeting also introduced the next generation of the CEREC system, which mills restorations quicker and more accurately. Dr. Virtue took possession of his new CEREC in August.

Winston-Salem, NC - Again a day of lecture on Pharmacotherapeuites.

Las Vegas, NV - The Meadow Groups Annual Dental Meeting covering Laser Dentistry, Practice Management, Self Improvement, Infection Control, Radiology, Patient Education and Nutrition.

Charlotte, NC - Holiday Dental Conference which included lectures on Root Canals, Crown and Bridge Implants, and Esthetic Dentistry.

Saddle Brook, NJ - Dr. Virtue attended two days of lectures and participation on the Effective Use of Ozone Therapy for the Treatment of Root Canals and Cavitations.

Winston-Salem, NC - Full day lecture on Dental Implants.

Tucson, AZ - Site of International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology's spring meeting. Included were lectures on Nutrition, Dental Materials and Flouride Toxicity.

Charlotte, NC - Dr. Virtue attended two days of education including Treatment Planning and Esthetics.

Once again found Dr. Virtue attending four days of lectures on Biocompatable Dentistry and the latest in Safe Removal of Mercury Fillings at the International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology Semi-Annual Meeting.

Dr. Virtue attended two days of advanced training for Cerec Restoration.