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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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Dental Videos Yadkinville NC - TV Commercial 05
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I have been coming to Dr. Virtue for a few years now and I now have my 6 months smile and thanks to Dr. Virtue and his staff I cannot stop smiling.


Dental Videos Yadkinville NC - TV Commercial 04
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Here is an ABC 45 health matters tip brought to you by Virtue Dental Care. William Virtue, DDS, NMD, Doctor of Dentistry – time has a way of catching up with us especially our appearance. We want to look as good as we can as long as we can. At Virtue dental care we have a lot of options to keep your teeth healthy and beautiful. They are easy, comfortable and affordable. Give us a call and let’s talk. Your teeth are not the only thing we care about. To learn more about this and other health issues go to abc45.com and click on health matters.


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Thank you to Dr Virtue for the hard work that you have done on my mouth to give me back my smile and the staff that is wonderful here. Very pleased with the work and very pleased with my experience here.


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I am Dr. Will Virtue. At Virtue dental care we strive to make our patients happy – here is what a few of our patients have to say about us. Dr. Virtue is a dentist that I feel very comfortable and confident in recommending to people with the simplest dental issues or even complex dental issues, and I have been so happy with the results and I feel much more confident about my smile and Dr. Virtue is all about quality


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I am Dr. Will Virtue. At Virtue dental care we strive to make our patients happy – here is what a few of our patients have to say about us. I have been a patient of Virtue dental care since 2008, and I continue to be and the doctor continues to improve my smile each time I come. I came to Dr. Virtue because I had old discolored crowns and Dr. Virtue had suggested I get Veneers. Having Veneers has really changed my life because I want to smile more now because I have a prettier smile.


Introduction To Biological Dentistry - Virtue Dental Care
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Understanding biological dentistry, general dentistry by caring hands. At Virtue dental care we believe patients should have access to general dentistry solutions that focus on biocompatibility. Dr. Virtue and his team work closely with individuals who ensure everything done in the mouth is appropriate for the body as a whole. Biological dentistry is a field of dental care that specializes in providing care beyond the smile. Thanks to continued advances in technology and a better understanding of oral health and wellness dental teams can employ bio compatible dentistry techniques in their dental practices, easier than ever before. Not only do procedures ensure a natural look for the smile but they protect the body from other concerns. A perfect example of this is preventative care for periodontal disease and cavities. Periodontal disease can be carried through the body; this is because the bacteria causing the infection flows through the blood stream and can affect other organs, including the heart. Patients with periodontal disease may find themselves at a higher risk for a variety of conditions including strokes, heart disease and diabetes. By ensuring the smile is infection free patients can improve their overall health too. Dr. Virtue has extensive training which allows him to be branded as a biocompatible dentist in the area of Yadkinville North Carolina. His team of professionals are dedicated to helping with the removal and replacement of mercury filings. Our practice safely removes these old fillings and provides new filings using a material called composite resin, which is safer and more aesthetic.

“I was thrilled to finally find a mercury free mercury safe, biological dentist to help me get my amalgams removed safety! The office was wonderful the staff was spur friendly the dentist was really good. I have never been so happy to go to the dentist! When Dr. Virtue numbed my mouth, I couldn’t even feel the needle! The atmosphere was so calm that I almost fell asleep in the chair a couple of times! I cannot recommend Dr. Virtue and his practice enough!” Melody W

If you are ready to learn more about biological dentistry and the role it plays in improving your smile and body, contact Dr Virtue today. Call (336) 606-0040, 301 East Lee Avenue, Yadkinville, NC 27055 www.dentalvirtue.com | office@virtuedentalcare.com


Dr Virtue Sedation Dentistry
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A walk in the park – a patient’s guide to Sedation Dentistry. Want to know a secret? It is what most people don’t know. Dentistry does not have to be painful or scary, what if you could enjoy your dental experience in complete comfort, what if you did not have to have multiple visits or rammer the sights smells and sounds? We will usually give you a prescription or sedative to take the night before your first appointment to guarantee a good night’s sleep and make sure you wake up relaxed. Also you should not eat or drink 6 hours prior to your appointment unless otherwise directed by your dentist.

Sedation dentistry – I tell everyone about it when they say ugh I don’t like to go to the dentist. It is like go to sedation dentistry it is no big deal they take a pill, and you are done! It is awesome. Sedation dentistry provides a dental experience like no other. Hours seem like minutes and recovery is a dream. He more common questions patients have about sedation dentistry is just how comfortable is it?

I recommend it, I really recommend not knowing what happened at the dentist the next day. Once you are completely relaxed and comfortable your sedation dentist will be able to work quickly and efficiently to perform larger amounts of dentistry and fewer visits and since sedation medications have an amnesic effect you will have very little if any memory of the sights smells or sounds of your visit making your visit feel short and sweet. Your sedation dentistry will work with you to maximize your insurance benefits and make convenient financial arrangements that will be as comfortable as sedation dentistry. It improved my life in so many ways, appearance wise to begin with but also I really see the correlation between good dental health and your overall health and I realize that I would
not be feeling as healthy as I do now if I had not gone in and if the sedation dentistry had not been available i probably would not have gone back in. so it is kind of hard to say where I would even be without it.

It is important to remember that dentistry has come a long way, countless years of research have been dedicated to studying and finding methods to alleviate pain and anxiety – these are safe and time tested options now available to ensure that you have a positive and painless experience. Talk to your dentist about your fears and concerns so they can better meet your needs. If you have questions not answered in this information please write them down and bring them with you to your welcome visit. Ask your doctor if you have any questions


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