Convenient Access from Lakeside
A 10-minute drive west along Hilliard Road and Glenside Drive connects Lakeside with Murry & Kuhn Dentistry. Households hunting for a dentist near Lakeside will find our office on Patterson Avenue, which carries a Richmond mailing address like much of the area north of the city line. Our dentists see kids, parents and grandparents, often from the same family. Preventive care and steady, long-term relationships are at the heart of what we do.
Start at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, 1800 Lakeside Avenue, and follow it to Hilliard Road (VA 356). Head west on Hilliard, turn south on Glenside Drive, and ride it across I-64 and Broad Street to Three Chopt Road. From there, Patterson Avenue (VA 6) takes you to 7110 Patterson Ave C, Richmond, VA 23229. The drive is about 4.7 miles and roughly 10 minutes without traffic, with no tolls.
Pull up our location on Google Maps to save the directions before you leave. Hilliard Road is also home to the Belmont Recreation Center and its golf course on the community's eastern side. Families from Dumbarton, the next CDP over, and from Ginter Park use much of the same route. Bryan Park lies just south of Lakeside across the City line.
A Family-Centered Practice for Lakeside Households
Lakeside is a census-designated place in Henrico County, an inner suburb first listed as a CDP in the 1980 census. Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, with its conservatory, Children's Garden and year-round butterfly exhibit, sits within it despite the Richmond address. The Lakeside Farmers' Market gathers neighbors under its permanent pavilion at Timberlake Avenue. Kids grow up between Lakeside Elementary, Moody Middle and the courts and greens at Belmont.
That family focus shapes the way we schedule. Our office is open Monday through Thursday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, so Lakeside parents can line up siblings in a row after school. Grandparents are welcome to book the same afternoon. The practice has looked after Richmond-area families since 1983, and our dentists are glad to carry on that tradition.
Protecting Lakeside Smiles at Every Age
For children, prevention does most of the work. Fluoride treatments strengthen enamel, sealants shield the deep grooves of back molars, and our dentists share practical nutrition guidance for lunchboxes and after-school snacks. Kids who play tennis or join First Tee golf at Belmont can wear a custom sports mouthguard made from their own bite. A good start now saves fillings later.
Adults face a different mix: older fillings that wear, teeth that grind at night, or a missing tooth that changes the bite. Our dentists replace worn fillings with tooth-colored composite, make nightguards for grinders, and offer dentures and partials when several teeth are gone. If you snore or wake up tired, a home sleep study can show whether a custom oral appliance might help.
Teens and parents also ask about appearance. Teeth whitening lifts years of stains in about an hour at our office, or over one to two weeks at home with custom trays. Invisalign aligners are another popular choice for straightening teeth without brackets.
Dental emergencies tend to arrive at the worst moment, such as a cracked molar during dinner or a chipped tooth on the playground. Call as soon as the office opens, and the team will work to fit you into the day's schedule. Digital x-rays show the damage on screen within moments, so our dentists can talk through repair options during that same visit. Keeping the office number in your phone saves time when it counts.
Family and Restorative Care from a Dentist Near Lakeside
Family Dentistry
Care begins with toddlers visiting for the first time and continues through every stage of life. Cleanings, exams, digital x-rays, sealants and fluoride are all part of it. Parents can book several children back to back, then add their own cleanings.
Restorative Dentistry
Composite fillings, root canal therapy, same-day crowns, bridges and dentures and partials restore comfort and chewing. You see every choice and its price before anything is scheduled. Larger repairs can be split into stages.
Sleep Apnea Treatment
A custom oral appliance is a CPAP alternative for adults with mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea. Testing starts at home or at a local sleep clinic. Parents short on rest often find this a practical first step.
Invisalign® Aligners
Teens and adults can straighten their teeth with clear, removable aligners. Treatment is planned from an iTero 3D scan. Aligners come out for sports, meals and brushing.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Bonding, veneers, porcelain crowns and ZOOM® whitening refresh chipped or stained teeth. A digital preview shows the planned result. It is a nice lift before graduations and family photos.
Meet Your Patterson Avenue Dentists
Lakeside patients see Dr. Donald Murry III, Dr. Ryan Gaffner and Dr. Jessica Vellucci. Dr. Vellucci studied Nutrition & Exercise Science at Virginia Tech, which shapes her focus on patient education and prevention. Dr. Gaffner began his healthcare career as an EMT with a local fire department before earning his DDS at VCU.
Insurance, Wellness Plan & Financing
Families without dental coverage can enroll in our Wellness Plan for one fee each year, which covers two preventive visits with cleanings, exams and x-rays. Members also save on fillings, crowns and implants. Insured patients get claim help, and major cards, cash and checks are all accepted.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Murry & Kuhn Dentistry from Lakeside, and how do I get there?
From Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, we are about 4.7 miles away, roughly a 10-minute drive. The route heads west on Hilliard Road, then follows Glenside Drive south to Three Chopt Road and Patterson Avenue. Families who want a dentist near Lakeside can make the trip without tolls. Rush hour near the I-64 and Broad Street crossings can add time.
Can a nightguard help if I grind my teeth while sleeping?
Yes, a custom nightguard places a cushion between your upper and lower teeth while you sleep. It protects enamel from wear and can ease the jaw soreness many grinders feel in the morning. If grinding comes with clicking or ongoing jaw pain, our dentists also treat TMD and can check for other causes.
Do fluoride treatments really help children's teeth?
Yes, fluoride strengthens tooth enamel and helps it resist decay. Our dentists apply it at routine checkups, and the treatment takes only a few minutes. Pairing fluoride with sealants on the back molars gives growing teeth extra protection, and good habits at home, like brushing twice a day and limiting sugary drinks, do the rest.
Do you make dentures and partials?
Yes, our dentists make both full dentures and partials to replace missing teeth. A partial fills gaps while keeping your healthy natural teeth, and a full denture replaces an entire arch. For a steadier fit, implants can anchor a bridge or denture in place. Your exam helps decide which approach suits your mouth and budget.
Will the dentist explain my options before starting treatment?
Yes, every treatment plan begins with a conversation about your choices. Our dentists show you what they found, often on intraoral camera images, and explain the pros and cons of each option. You also receive a cost breakdown before any work starts, so you can decide at your own pace without pressure.
Schedule Your Visit from Lakeside
To see a dentist near Lakeside, call 804-369-9043 or book online at any hour. Our dentists keep a Monday through Thursday schedule, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and the office is closed Fridays. Our areas we serve page lists every nearby neighborhood, and the Dentist Richmond, VA page shares more about the Patterson office.