Pediatric Dentist & Orthodontist in Richmond, VA
Pediatric Dental and Orthodontic
Care For The Whole Family
- 4.8 stars from 1,700+ Google reviews
- Medicaid accepted for kids
- 5 Richmond-area offices
- Peer-voted Top Dentists
Patient quick links
What does your family need?
Pick a specialty and you'll book the right visit with the right team.
First tooth through the teen years
Pediatric Dentistry
- First visit by age 1, or when the first tooth comes in
- Patient, gentle care for nervous kids, special needs and sedation
- Medicaid accepted, including Cardinal Care Smiles
- Offices in Short Pump, West End, Mechanicsville and Midlothian
Kids, teens and adults
Orthodontics
- Free consultation with a full bite and airway check
- Metal and ceramic braces or clear aligners
- Early checkups around age 7, and braces for parents too
- Offices in Short Pump, Patterson Ave, Mechanicsville and Midlothian
What Richmond families say
4.8 stars from more than 1,700 Google reviews across our five offices
One practice for the whole family
Your child's dentist and orthodontist are on the same team.
Most families see a pediatric dentist in one place and an orthodontist somewhere else, then repeat the same history twice. Here, both specialties are part of one practice.
So when a checkup turns up crowding or a bite problem, the next step is with people your child already knows. No starting over with a new office and a new stack of forms.
Parents can get braces or clear aligners here too. Richmond families have trusted us with their smiles for over 100 years.
Getting started is simple
Three steps from your first call to a plan you understand.
Request a visit
Book online in a couple of minutes, or call. Pediatric dentistry is (804) 741-2226 and orthodontics is (804) 740-7281.
Come meet us
Kids get an unhurried first visit with time to get comfortable. Orthodontic consults are free and include a full bite and airway check.
Leave with a clear plan
We explain what we found, what we recommend and what it costs, including insurance, Medicaid for kids and payment plans. Take it home and decide when you're ready.
Meet Our Pediatric Dentists & Orthodontists
Serving You In Richmond, VA
From the first tooth to braces and beyond, we aim to build lasting relationships with our patients, getting to know them personally, not just their smiles. As an active part of the Richmond community, weβre committed to outreach and education, ensuring every child has equal opportunity to high-quality dental care and a healthy future.
Award-Winning Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontic Care
Recognized for Excellence in Pediatric & Orthodontic Care
Richmond Magazine and Virginia Living build their Top Dentists lists from surveys of local dentists, so these honors are votes from peers. The practice has also been recognized by the Richmond Times-Dispatch and Style Weekly.
Orthodontist
- Richmond Magazine Super Star Dentist, 2025 and 2026
- Richmond Magazine Top Dentist, 2025 and 2026
- Virginia Living Top Dentist, 2025 and 2026
Pediatric Dentist
- Richmond Magazine Top Dentist, 2025
- Virginia Living Top Dentist, 2025
More Than Straight Teeth: A Healthier Bite for Every Stage of Life
From a childβs first orthodontic checkup to adult treatment, our specialty-trained orthodontists in Richmond, VA correct the full spectrum of bite issues and airway-related concerns. Healthy bites help kids breathe, sleep, chew, and speak more comfortably.
Overbite
Upper front teeth overlap lower teeth too far vertically. Left untreated, deep bites can wear enamel and cause jaw pain.
Treatment OptionsUnderbite
Lower teeth sit in front of upper teeth when biting down. Early treatment in growing kids can guide jaw development before it becomes complex.
Underbite CorrectionCrossbite
One or more upper teeth bite inside the lower teeth. Often signals a narrow upper jaw that responds well to a palatal expander in growing children.
Correct the BiteOpen Bite
Upper and lower teeth donβt touch when the mouth is closed. Often linked to thumb-sucking, tongue thrust, or jaw growth patterns.
Open Bite CareProtrusion
Upper front teeth stick out past the lower teeth, also called βbuck teeth.β Beyond appearance, protruding teeth are at higher risk for chips and dental trauma.
Straighten the SmileCrowding
When there isnβt enough room in the jaw, teeth shift, twist, and overlap. Crowding makes brushing harder and raises cavity risk.
Make Room to SmileSpacing & Gaps
Wide spaces between teeth can affect speech, gum health, and confidence. Braces or Spark Clear Aligners close gaps for a balanced, even smile.
Close the GapsAirway Orthodontics
Mouth breathing, snoring, and restless sleep in kids can signal a narrow airway. Airway-focused care widens the palate to help children breathe and rest better.
Breathe Easier
