Convenient Access from Highland Springs
Families looking for a dentist near Highland Springs can reach Murry & Kuhn Dentistry in about 24 minutes, a straight run west across Richmond on I-64. It is the longest drive of any community we list, and we would rather say so up front. In return, our office packs a lot into each visit, from teen orthodontic scans to crowns finished in one appointment.
From the Highland Springs Community Center at 16 S Ivy Ave, take S Ivy Ave to E Nine Mile Rd (VA 33) and head west to I-64. Follow I-64 West through the stretch it shares with I-95 downtown, continue to the Glenside Dr exit, then take Three Chopt Rd to Patterson Ave (VA 6). The trip covers about 15.7 miles and takes about 24 minutes, and there are no tolls.
Our address is 7110 Patterson Ave C, Richmond, VA 23229, and the Google Maps pin for our office will guide you the whole way. Patients from Montrose and Church Hill use much of the same interstate, and their pages give their own directions.
Making the Drive Worthwhile for Highland Springs Families
Highland Springs grew up in the 1890s around natural springs east of Richmond, laid out along Nine Mile Rd with cross streets in alphabetical order, from Ash to Spruce. Today it is a Henrico County community full of school-age families. Highland Springs Elementary on Pleasant St, Highland Springs High School on S Airport Dr and the Advanced Career Education Center on Tech Dr all sit within it. Sandston and East Highland Park are its neighbors.
A household with an elementary student and a high schooler often has very different dental needs on the same calendar. We book those visits back to back so the family makes one round trip. Our doors open at 8:00 AM Monday through Thursday and close at 5:00 PM, and we are closed on Fridays.
Fewer trips also matter for treatment. Students at the ACE Center and the high school keep full days, and parents juggle work around them, so one well-planned appointment beats several short ones. A broken molar can be repaired with one of our same-day crowns, designed and milled in the office while you wait. That saves a second 24-minute drive for a permanent crown.
Teen and Family Dental Needs in Highland Springs
High school brings its own set of dental questions. Teens who play contact sports need a well-fitted mouthguard, and many start thinking about straighter teeth before graduation photos. Wisdom teeth also begin to show up on x-rays in the late teen years, so routine exams track how they are coming in.
Mouthguards are the simplest protection for teens in contact sports. A guard made from your teen's own teeth stays in place, so it actually gets worn, and it can be remade if teeth shift or a new molar arrives. Any chipped or cracked tooth from practice should be seen promptly, even if it does not hurt.
Younger children in Highland Springs benefit most from prevention: cleanings twice a year, fluoride and sealants on the first permanent molars. Our dentists talk with parents about snacks and drinks, because frequent sugar between meals is one of the biggest drivers of cavities in kids. Sports drinks and juice count too, even when they seem healthy. Water between meals is the easiest habit to build early.
Parents and grandparents may need something different again, such as replacing a missing tooth or easing a sore jaw from nighttime grinding. Dental implants planned with CBCT imaging and 3D-printed guides give a fixed result, and the Wellness Plan helps households without insurance manage those costs.
Services From Your Dentist Near Highland Springs
Invisalign® for Teens and Adults
Clear, removable aligners planned from iTero 3D scans, worn 20 to 22 hours a day. Typical treatment takes 6 to 18 months, which can fit within a student's high school years.
Family Dentistry
Cleanings, exams, sealants, fluoride and sports mouthguards for children, plus nightguards and oral cancer screenings for adults. One office can see the whole household, from a first-grader to a grandparent.
Dental Implants
A replacement for one lost tooth or a whole arch, anchored in the jawbone. Every case starts with a CBCT scan, and a 3D-printed guide steers each implant into its planned spot.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Bonding, porcelain veneers, porcelain crowns and ZOOM® whitening for a smile that is ready for senior portraits, job interviews or a family wedding.
Meet Your Patterson Avenue Dentists
Highland Springs patients see Dr. Donald Murry III, Dr. Ryan Gaffner and Dr. Jessica Vellucci. Dr. Gaffner is fluent in English and Spanish, which helps families who are more comfortable discussing care in Spanish. Dr. Murry's clinical focus includes digitally driven clear aligner orthodontics, which is especially useful for teens weighing Invisalign.
Insurance, Wellness Plan & Financing
Our $79 Cleaning, Exam & X-Ray offer is for new patients without insurance, covering a full cleaning, an oral health exam and standard x-rays. It applies when there is no periodontal (gum) disease. Ongoing care for uninsured households is easier with our Wellness Plan, and flexible financing options help with larger treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Murry & Kuhn Dentistry from Highland Springs, and how do I get there?
We are about 15.7 miles from Highland Springs, which is about a 24-minute drive with no tolls. Take E Nine Mile Rd west to I-64, stay on I-64 West to Glenside Dr, then use Three Chopt Rd to reach Patterson Ave. Families choosing a dentist near Highland Springs can make that trip count by booking several visits together.
What should we do if a tooth gets knocked out during a game?
Act quickly, because time matters for saving the tooth. Pick it up by the crown rather than the root, rinse it gently if dirty and keep it moist in milk or saliva. Then call our office right away. Our dentists will assess whether the tooth can be put back and what follow-up care your teen needs.
Can energy drinks damage my teenager's teeth?
Yes, energy drinks and many sports drinks can harm teeth. They are acidic and often sugary, so frequent sipping softens enamel and feeds the bacteria that cause cavities. Drinking water instead most of the time, using a straw and rinsing afterward all help. Our dentists can spot early enamel wear at checkups and suggest fluoride if needed.
Do you accept Medicaid?
No, we do not accept Medicaid. Families without private dental insurance still have options, including our $79 Cleaning, Exam & X-Ray for new patients without insurance when gum disease is not present. Our in-house Wellness Plan and flexible financing options can also help keep care affordable through the year.
When should my teenager have wisdom teeth checked?
Wisdom teeth usually show up on x-rays during the teen years, so routine checkups are the right time to watch them. Our dentists use digital x-rays to see how the teeth are forming and whether there is room for them. If they look likely to cause problems, we will explain the options and the timing with you.
Schedule Your Visit from Highland Springs
When you are ready to book with a dentist near Highland Springs, call 804-369-9043 or book online. The areas we serve page shows every community on our list, and the Dentist Richmond, VA page covers the Patterson office in more detail.