Richmond Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics

Yes. Short Pump is a full bi-specialty office. Specialty-trained pediatric dentists see children from the first tooth through the teen years, and our orthodontists treat kids, teens, and adults at the same address on West Broad Street.

Yes. Our Short Pump office accepts Virginia Medicaid, including Cardinal Care Smiles (formerly Smiles For Children), DentaQuest, and Doral. Medicaid families see the same doctors and have the same appointment availability as everyone else. More about pediatric dental care with Medicaid in Richmond.

We are on West Broad Street near Short Pump Town Center, just off I-64 at Exit 178. That makes us convenient for families in Short Pump, Wyndham, Innsbrook, Glen Allen, Tuckahoe, and Gayton, across western Henrico County, and for many families in eastern Goochland County.

The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends a first dental visit by age one, or when the first tooth comes in. Early visits are short and mostly about getting your child comfortable in the chair, plus a look at how teeth are coming in. See what a first visit looks like.

The American Association of Orthodontists recommends a first orthodontic evaluation by age seven. At that age most kids have a mix of baby and permanent teeth, which is enough for our orthodontists to see how the bite is developing. Many children are evaluated at seven and do not begin treatment for years, if at all.

Cost depends on the type of treatment and how long it runs. We give you the full number at the consultation, before you commit to anything, along with what your insurance is likely to cover. Payment plans are available, and we break down typical pricing in our guide to braces cost in Richmond, VA.

Yes. Orthodontic consultations are complimentary at all four of our orthodontic locations, including Short Pump. Each one includes a bite and airway evaluation and a clear explanation of whether treatment is needed now, later, or not at all. Not ready to come in? Start with a virtual smile assessment.

Yes. Our team adapts appointments for children with autism, sensory differences, and other developmental or behavioral needs, and sedation is available when it helps. Tell us about your child when you book so we can plan the visit around what works for them. More on our special needs dental care.

Call the Short Pump office first. A knocked-out permanent tooth is time-sensitive, and we can tell you what to do while you are on your way. We keep room in the schedule for urgent pediatric visits. More on emergency pediatric dental care in Richmond.

Our pediatric dentists see children through the teen years. Our orthodontists treat every age, including adults. Plenty of parents start their own treatment at the office their kids already go to.