Convenient Access from Jackson Ward
Downtown workers and Jackson Ward residents can be at Murry & Kuhn Dentistry in about 15 minutes by taking the interstate west. As a dentist near Jackson Ward with predictable weekday hours, our office makes it simple to plan a cleaning, a crown or an implant consult without a guessing game. The practice has cared for Richmond families since 1983 and now has more than 40 team members.
From the Maggie L. Walker National Historic Site at 600 N 2nd St, take N 1st St to E Leigh St and turn onto N Belvidere St (US 1/US 301). Follow the ramp onto I-95 North, which runs together with I-64 West across the north side of downtown, then stay on I-64 West when the highways split, exit at Glenside Drive and continue on Three Chopt Road before turning onto Patterson Avenue (VA 6) to reach 7110 Patterson Ave C, Richmond, VA 23229. All told, it is about 8.8 miles and roughly 15 minutes, with no tolls on this route.
The Downtown Expressway is a tolled option that saves some distance at about 7.5 miles, but it is not faster, so the free interstate route is the one we suggest. You can preview the drive on our Google Maps listing before your visit. Neighbors in Carver and Gilpin start from almost the same place, and we also welcome patients from The Fan and Church Hill.
Downtown Dental Care for Jackson Ward Residents
Jackson Ward sits less than a mile from the Virginia State Capitol, north of Broad Street in the City of Richmond. At the turn of the 20th century, it was one of the nation's most thriving Black business communities, and it was named a National Historic Landmark district in 1978. Its three-bay town houses carry locally made cast-iron porches, the richest display of ornamental ironwork in Virginia. Landmarks such as the Black History Museum & Cultural Center of Virginia on W Leigh St and the Bill "Bojangles" Robinson statue keep that history in view.
Today the neighborhood mixes long-time homeowners, newer renters and people who work a few blocks away downtown. Many of them have tight schedules and limited time away from work. Our office runs Monday through Thursday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, so you know exactly when appointments are available. A focused visit with a clear plan respects the time you set aside.
Fewer Trips for Busy Jackson Ward Schedules
When a 15-minute drive is part of every appointment, finishing care in fewer visits matters. A cracked or broken tooth can often be restored with a same-day crown: our Planmeca scanner captures the tooth, and the E4D system designs and mills the crown in our office. You leave with your permanent crown already in place, with no temporary and no second visit for placement.
Replacing a missing tooth takes longer, but planning keeps the number of visits down. CBCT 3D imaging and 3D-printed surgical guides allow fully guided implant placement, and most patients return to normal activity within a day or two. The healing that follows typically takes a few months before the final tooth goes on. Your treatment calendar is mapped out at the consult, so you can request time off from work well in advance.
Routine visits still do the most good. Regular cleanings and exams catch small issues before they grow into a longer treatment plan. For Jackson Ward patients with full workweeks downtown, a steady checkup schedule is the simplest way to avoid surprise time off. Those visits also include an oral cancer screening and a look at any older fillings or crowns.
Core Services from Your Dentist Near Jackson Ward
Restorative Dentistry
Composite fillings, root canal therapy, same-day crowns, bridges, extractions, and dentures and partials restore damaged teeth. Our dentists explain the choices and costs up front. Many repairs can be completed in a single visit.
Dental Implants
Single-tooth implants, implant bridges and full-arch options replace missing teeth with a stable result. Guided placement relies on 3D imaging and printed guides. Jackson Ward patients can plan each step around their work calendar.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Bonding, ZOOM® whitening, porcelain veneers and porcelain crowns refresh a smile for interviews, presentations or everyday confidence. Digital imaging previews the outcome first. Treatment is matched to your goals and timeline, and small fixes such as bonding often take one appointment.
Family Dentistry
Cleanings, exams, digital x-rays, oral cancer screenings, sealants and fluoride cover every member of the household. Nightguards and TMD treatment ease jaw strain. Parents can book the children's checkups alongside their own.
Meet Your Patterson Avenue Dentists
Dr. Donald Murry III, Dr. Ryan Gaffner and Dr. Jessica Vellucci work alongside a team of more than 40 across the practice. Dr. Murry's clinical focus includes in-office ceramic and 3D-printed dentistry, the same technology behind our one-visit crowns, and he lectures to dentists in the U.S. and abroad. Each of our doctors brings that digital approach to the chair.
Insurance, Wellness Plan & Financing
Jackson Ward patients without insurance can join our Wellness Plan, a yearly membership with two preventive visits included. Members save on fillings, crowns and dental implants, and there is no annual cap on those discounts. If you do have coverage, our team processes your claims and shows the costs before treatment begins.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Murry & Kuhn Dentistry from Jackson Ward, and how do I get there?
We are about 8.8 miles from the Maggie L. Walker National Historic Site, a drive of roughly 15 minutes. The route uses Leigh Street and Belvidere Street to I-95 and I-64 West, then Glenside Drive, Three Chopt Road and Patterson Avenue. It is a toll-free way to reach a dentist near Jackson Ward, though rush hour on the interstate can add time.
Is the Downtown Expressway a faster way to reach your office?
No, the Downtown Expressway is not faster, even though it is a little shorter at about 7.5 miles. It is also a toll road. The interstate route on I-95 and I-64 West is about a minute quicker with no toll, so it is the simpler choice for an 8:00 AM appointment.
Do I need a temporary crown if mine is made in your office?
No, a crown milled in our office is placed at that same appointment, so there is no temporary to wear. The Planmeca scanner records the tooth digitally, and the E4D system designs and mills the ceramic crown while you wait. You leave with the permanent restoration in place, which saves a second trip from downtown.
Does your team send claims to my insurance company directly?
Yes, our team processes insurance claims for you and works with a wide range of insurance providers. Before treatment, you get a detailed cost breakdown that shows what your plan is expected to cover. That way you understand your portion ahead of time, and you can pay it by major credit card, cash or check.
Which works better for a missing molar: an implant, a bridge or a partial?
Each can work, and the right choice for a missing molar depends on your bone, bite and neighboring teeth. An implant stands on its own and does not rely on the neighboring teeth for support. A bridge or partial can be quicker to complete. Our dentists walk you through the cost and timeline of each option before you decide.
Schedule Your Visit from Jackson Ward
When you are ready to see a dentist near Jackson Ward, call 804-369-9043 during office hours or book online at your convenience. See every neighborhood on our areas we serve page, or read about the Patterson office on the Dentist Richmond, VA page.