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The FDA has advised ‘vulnerable’ groups - pregnant and lactating women; women trying to conceive; fetuses, infants and younger kids; those with neurological or kidney issues; and those allergic to mercury – to avoid dental amalgam. We take this advice very seriously. That’s why we consider mercury-free smiles as a priority!

FDA advises “vulnerable groups” to avoid dental amalgam

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has advised certain “vulnerable and high-risk groups” to avoid getting dental amalgam fillings if possible due to the potentially harmful effects the mercury in these fillings may pose to their health.

In a recent statement, the FDA has updated its recommendations on dental amalgam and potential risks to certain individuals that may be posed by these mercury-containing fillings that are used to restore the missing structure and surfaces of decayed teeth.

The groups that the FDA has listed as facing greater risks for potential harmful health effects include:

Pregnant women and their developing fetuses
Women who are planning to become pregnant
Nursing women and their newborns and infants
Children, especially those younger than six years of age
People with neurological conditions like Alzheimer’s disease, multiple sclerosis, or Parkinson’s disease
Those with impaired kidney functions
Those who are extremely sensitive or allergic to mercury or other components in dental amalgam.

Dental amalgam is a mixture of mercury and a powdered alloy comprising silver, tin and copper. The FDA has been reviewing and monitoring scientific publications and reports and conducting public discussions on the effects of dental amalgam and mercury vapor on patient health for over 20 years.

They now also recommend non-mercury alternatives like composite resins and glass ionomer cement fillings, especially for vulnerable populations. The FDA has made these recommendations after obtaining the views of healthcare professionals and public comments about dental amalgam and other metal implants and evaluating published literature.

If you are searching for natural, mercury-free dentistry in Yadkinville, North Carolina, make Virtue Dental Care your provider of choice!

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Virtue Dental Care is committed to providing you with care beyond your smile! Dr. Virtue has invested time into receiving extensive training to earn the title of a biological dentist.
Biological dentistry ensures that the materials used to treat your smile are compatible with your body. Rid yourself of toxic mercury today and see the difference outstanding oral health makes. (336) 606-0040.

If you are looking for a general dentistry practice that focuses on biological dentistry, Dr. William Virtue, DDS, AGD, FIAOMT, DNM is the dentist for you! At Virtue Dental Care, we focus on delivering biocompatible dentistry to make you feel great from the inside out. We ensure that your whole health is a priority at all times.

Dentistry, much like other specialties that fall under the medical umbrella, has begun to take a turn to a more positive whole body approach that effectively offers preventative benefits that extend beyond your teeth. While the field of dentistry has always promoted preventative care, it has been more fixated on maintaining oral health and not the whole body's well-being.

Dr. William E. Virtue DDS, NMD, at Virtue Dental Care biological dentistry

The idea of great oral health at any cost has been prevalent with the use of mercury and fluoride for decades in this field. However, because we live in an age where technology is booming with a bountiful amount of alternatives that can promote our health rather than suppress it, dentistry is on the precipice of entering a new age of biocompatible dentistry and holistic dentistry.

Both biocompatible and holistic dentistry have a dual approach that takes into account how you would like to look on the outside and feel on the inside, providing you with a win-win outcome that will leave you feeling great at every level.

Once more, biocompatible dentistry techniques and tools often surpass outdated dental practices in aesthetics and safety, offering a more natural look that doesn’t compromise your overall health. Dentists such as Dr. William Virtue, DDS, AGD, FIAOMT, DNM, who provide biocompatible services have taken extraordinary precautions and have undergone additional training because they are truly concerned about their patient's total well-being. Choosing a biocompatible dentist means that you’re putting yourself first and knowing that your dentist has your best interest in the forefront.

If you’re in need of a biocompatible and holistic dentistry office in the greater Yadkinville area, Virtue Dental Care assists patients of all ages with their oral health needs in an eco-friendly environment. Dr. William Virtue, DDS, AGD, FIAOMT, DNM has trained intensively in all aspects of biocompatible dentistry and he maintains an active presence in the International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology (IAOMT) as president. He and his staff are committed to giving you a dental experience that is free of contaminants, Virtue Dental Care Patients call (336) 679-2034 and New Patients call (336) 606-0040 to get your appointment.

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Virtue Dental Care is committed to ensuring that Yadkinville, NC patients have healthy teeth and healthy bodies. We follow biological dentistry principles, offering general, cosmetic, and mercury-free dentistry. The latest techniques and technologies, personalized care, and a comfortable and environmentally responsible practice are our hallmarks.

Our office was established in 1979 by Dr. William Virtue, DDS, AGD, FIAOMT, DNM, who was trained in dentistry at Indiana University. His achievements include Past President of the IAOMT and Forum for Contemporary Dental Esthetics. Dr. Mary Katherine Taylor, DDS, ADA, NCDS, AIAOMT graduated from Wake Forest University and earned her dental degree from UNC-Chapel Hill School of Dentistry. Both of our doctors go above and beyond in continuing education to provide top service to our patients.