2026 Top Virginia Dentist

Dr. William R. Adams III

Family and cosmetic dentistry with advanced implant, surgical, and restorative care in Saluda, VA.

Dr. William R. Adams III
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Name Dr. William R. Adams III
Specialization General Dentistry
Location Saluda, VA
Clinic Dragon Run Family & Cosmetic Dentistry

About Dr. William R. Adams III

Dr. William R. Adams III is a general dentist committed to clinical excellence, ethical standards, and comprehensive family and cosmetic care in Saluda.

Dr. Adams is a native of New Bern, North Carolina, and resides in Hanover County, Virginia. He earned his Bachelor of Science from East Carolina University and continued graduate work in Molecular Biology at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

He graduated with honors from the Medical College of Virginia School of Dentistry and completed a general practice residency at the Medical College of Virginia and Hunter McGuire Veterans Hospital. During his two-year residency, he received advanced training in oral implantology, surgical periodontics, oral surgery, and full-mouth rehabilitation, and became certified in IV conscious sedation.

At Dragon Run Family & Cosmetic Dentistry, Dr. Adams supports patients with preventive care, restorative treatments, orthodontic care, oral surgery, cosmetic dentistry, and dental implants. He believes excellence in dental practice requires ongoing education, strong ethical standards, and personalized care.

Dr. Adams enjoys getting to know his patients and is honored by their trust. Outside the office, he spends time with his wife, Dr. Courtney Adams, their four children, and enjoys biking and boating.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science - East Carolina University
  • Graduate work in Molecular Biology - University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
  • Doctor of Dental Surgery with honors - Medical College of Virginia School of Dentistry
  • General Practice Residency - Medical College of Virginia and Hunter McGuire Veterans Hospital
  • Advanced training in oral implantology, surgical periodontics, oral surgery, and full-mouth rehabilitation
  • Certified in IV conscious sedation

Associations

  • Virginia Dental Association
  • American Dental Association
  • Richmond Dental Association
  • Academy of General Dentistry
  • American Academy of Implant Dentistry
  • Academy of Osseointegration

Hours

  • Monday8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Tuesday8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Wednesday8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • ThursdayClosed
  • Friday7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
  • Saturday, SundayClosed

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