Convenient Access from Tuckahoe
Murry & Kuhn Dentistry is part of Tuckahoe itself, so most neighbors reach us in about 7 minutes or less. Our mailing address reads Richmond, yet the office stands inside the Tuckahoe census-designated place in western Henrico County. For families who want a dentist near Tuckahoe without crossing into the city, that means checkups, school-year visits and follow-ups stay right in the community. Our dentists see children, parents and grandparents from the same streets.
From the Tuckahoe Area Library at 1901 Starling Drive, follow Starling Drive to North Parham Road and head south. At Patterson Avenue (VA 6), turn east and continue to 7110 Patterson Ave C, Richmond, VA 23229, close to where Three Chopt Road and Horsepen Road join Patterson. The trip covers about 3.3 miles and takes roughly 7 minutes without traffic. Some drivers prefer Fargo Road to Three Chopt Road instead, which takes about the same time.
Before your first visit, find us on Google Maps to picture the last few turns. The middle school on Three Chopt Road and the elementary school on Forest Avenue both sit within the same CDP as our office, a short hop from our door. We also welcome patients from Westhampton, just east across the city line, and Stratford Hills, south of the James. Farther west, the creek that shares the community's name forms its edge along the Goochland line.
A Hometown Dental Office for Tuckahoe Families
Few dental visits feel simpler than one that never leaves your own part of Henrico. Tuckahoe households can drop a child at school, run to the library on Starling Drive and still make a morning cleaning on Patterson Avenue. The library, which opened at its current site in 2006, has a puzzle-themed children's area and a teen space that local kids use often. We aim to make the dental chair feel just as familiar.
The practice has served the Richmond area since 1983 and now includes more than 40 team members. At the Patterson office, our dentists work a four-day week, Monday through Thursday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Parents can plan around that rhythm by booking checkups for siblings on one afternoon. Grandparents who share school pickup duty are welcome to schedule their own visit alongside the grandkids.
Growing Smiles and Lasting Teeth in Tuckahoe
With two public schools inside the CDP, children's care is a natural focus for local visits. Sealants and fluoride treatments help protect new permanent molars, and our dentists offer nutrition guidance for kids who snack often between classes. Young athletes can get custom sports mouthguards made from their own bite. Teens who want straighter teeth can talk with our dentists about Invisalign aligners, which come out for games and practices.
Longtime Tuckahoe residents bring a different set of needs. Older fillings and crowns eventually wear out, and a broken tooth can often be rebuilt with a same-day crown designed and milled in our office. When a tooth cannot be saved, a dental implant planned on CBCT 3D imaging offers a fixed replacement. Many patients return to their normal routines within a day or two of placement.
Services from a Dentist Near Tuckahoe
Family Dentistry
Cleanings, exams, digital x-rays, sealants, fluoride and sports mouthguards cover every age group under one roof. Parents can schedule several members in a row, which saves extra trips during a busy school year. Nightguards and TMD treatment are part of family care as well.
Dental Implants
Single-tooth implants, implant-supported bridges and dentures, and full-arch options replace teeth for good. Each case is planned with 3D imaging and placed with a 3D-printed guide. Every step, from the scan to the final tooth, happens a few minutes from home.
Invisalign® for Teens and Adults
Clear, removable aligners straighten teeth without brackets, starting from an iTero digital scan. Each aligner is worn for about 10 to 14 days. It is a practical option for busy middle and high school schedules.
Restorative Dentistry
Composite fillings, root canal therapy, extractions, bridges and partial dentures repair damage from decay or injury. You hear the choices and see a cost breakdown first, then decide at your own pace. Root canal therapy can often save a tooth that would otherwise be lost.
Sleep Apnea Treatment
For mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea, a custom-fitted oral appliance can stand in for a CPAP machine. Sleep specialists read the results of a home sleep study before anything is made. Parents who wake up exhausted can look into it during their own checkup.
Meet Your Patterson Avenue Dentists
Patients from Tuckahoe see Dr. Donald Murry III, Dr. Ryan Gaffner and Dr. Jessica Vellucci. Dr. Gaffner grew up in Burke, VA, began his healthcare career as an EMT with a local fire department, and speaks both English and Spanish with patients. Dr. Vellucci puts patient education and prevention at the center of every visit, which suits parents raising cavity-free kids.
Insurance, Wellness Plan & Financing
Households without dental insurance can join the in-house Wellness Plan, which works like a membership with one yearly fee. It includes two preventive visits each year with cleanings, exams and x-rays, plus reduced fees on treatment and no cap on the discounts. Insured patients get help with claims, and flexible financing covers larger plans.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Murry & Kuhn Dentistry from Tuckahoe, and how do I get there?
From the library on Starling Drive, the office is about 3.3 miles away, roughly a 7-minute drive. Take Starling Drive to North Parham Road, then turn east on Patterson Avenue (VA 6). Since the office sits inside Tuckahoe, a dentist near Tuckahoe could hardly be closer for school-day checkups and quick follow-ups. Rush hour adds a little time on Parham Road.
Do you make custom sports mouthguards for kids?
Yes, our dentists make custom sports mouthguards as part of family care. A guard made from your child's own bite fits more closely than an off-the-shelf version from a sporting goods aisle. Bring the guard to each checkup so our dentists can see whether a growing mouth needs a new one before the next season starts.
Can you give advice on snacks and drinks for my kids' teeth?
Yes, nutrition guidance is part of every family visit at our office. Our dentists can point out which snacks and drinks tend to cling to teeth and how often small sips or bites add up through the day. Paired with fluoride and sealants, a few simple swaps at home help protect young teeth between checkups.
What days of the week is the office open?
The office is open Monday through Thursday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and closed on Fridays. Because the week runs four days, the easiest habit is to reserve your next cleaning at the end of each checkup. Parents can pick an 8:00 AM slot before school or a mid-afternoon slot once classes let out.
Can I take a GRTC bus to your office?
Yes, GRTC Route 79 Patterson/Parham stops at Patterson Avenue and Three Chopt Road, near our office. The route runs on weekdays, about every 45 minutes, and also stops at Quioccasin Road and Starling Drive by the library. Look at the current GRTC timetable when booking so your bus lines up with your appointment.
Schedule Your Visit from Tuckahoe
Your dentist near Tuckahoe is one call away at 804-369-9043, and you can also book online. We schedule visits Monday through Thursday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The full list of neighborhoods we serve is on our areas we serve page, and you can learn about the Patterson office on the Dentist Richmond, VA page.