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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!

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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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Make an investment in your child’s future with the Healthy Start Dental System in Yadkinville, NC

Healthy Start Dental System at Virtue Dental Care in Yadkinville Area

As a biological practice, Virtue Dental Care believes in safe, comfortable therapies that support oral health and a healthy body. Dr. Mary Katherine Taylor offer the Healthy Start Dental System in Yadkinville, NC as a non-invasive, non-pharmacological way to relieve a range of symptoms that reportedly affect nine out of 10 children. Symptoms such as inattention, daytime fatigue, and chronic headaches can affect your child’s academic performance, facial appearance, overall health and development, and quality of life.

Symptoms: Rooted in Sleep Disordered Breathing

Oxygen deprivation induced by Sleep Disordered Breathing (SDB) is a significant contributing factor behind the symptoms noted above, as well as a number of other conditions – from ADD/ADHD to chronic allergies. Upper arch crowding, lower arch crowding, an underdeveloped jaw, bite issues, and habits such as tongue-thrusting and thumb-sucking can affect the size of the airway. When air can’t move properly through the airway, the ability to properly oxygenate the body’s tissues and organs are hampered.

Your child deserves a HealthyStart®

Based off of more than 50 years of research, the HealthyStart® System has supported the proper airway development and healthy breathing of more than 4 million children worldwide. The two-phased system involves a series of FDA-cleared, BPA-free oral appliances that, when worn as directed, correct those habits that interfere with oral development and proper nasal breathing. These custom-fit appliances also expand dental arches, correct jaw imbalances, and guide teeth into proper position early on – as they are erupting.

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Virtue Dental Care Patients: (336) 679-2034 | New Patients: (336) 606-0040

An investment in your child’s future

The official website for the HealthyStart® System reports that these unique and revolutionary appliances cost nearly half the price of braces. So, they are also a cost-effective alternative to traditional orthodontic systems. Additionally, HealthyStart® provides a natural alternative to conventional techniques. The system repositions the teeth and jaws non-invasively, gently, and comfortably.

All children deserve the opportunity to reach their fullest potential. Consider the HealthyStart® System as a great value and investment that positions your child well now and into the future. Children who breathe better and get restful, restorative sleep are healthier and happier. They’re able to thrive in the classroom and in life. We invite you to schedule an evaluation for your child by calling Virtue Dental Care .

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