Convenient Access from Scott's Addition
An 11-minute drive west takes you from the warehouse blocks of Scott's Addition to Murry & Kuhn Dentistry on Patterson Avenue. We are a family and cosmetic practice that has cared for Richmond patients since 1983, and we see plenty of people who rent in converted factory buildings. If you want a dentist near Scott's Addition who can fit a cleaning or an Invisalign check into a workday, our office is an easy run out Monument Avenue.
Start at the Hofheimer Building on W Broad St and head south on N Arthur Ashe Boulevard (VA 161). Turn west onto Monument Avenue, follow it to Willow Lawn Drive, then take Patterson Avenue (VA 6) west to 7110 Patterson Ave C, Richmond, VA 23229. The whole drive is about 4.5 miles and roughly 11 minutes, entirely on surface streets with no tolls. Save our location on Google Maps and your phone will route you from any Scott's Addition apartment.
The ballpark at The Diamond sits nearby, just east of Arthur Ashe Boulevard, so game-day traffic is worth keeping in mind. Monument Avenue then carries you west through tree-lined residential blocks before the turn at Willow Lawn. Patients also come to us from the Museum District and Carytown, both a few minutes south of Broad Street.
Built for the New Scott's Addition
Scott's Addition has changed fast. The district was zoned for industry in 1927, and plants, warehouses and commercial buildings filled its grid from the 1930s through the 1950s. Since the Scott's Addition Historic District joined the state and national registers in 2005, those brick shells have become apartments, taprooms and offices. Today the neighborhood in the City of Richmond draws a crowd of young professionals who live and work within a few blocks.
That shift shapes what Scott's Addition patients need from a dental office. Many residents are young adults who want efficient preventive visits, a brighter smile and straighter teeth without metal braces, and anyone who recently moved into one of the new apartment buildings may not have chosen a local dental office yet. Our Patterson Avenue team makes that first step easy with clear pricing and a predictable Monday-through-Thursday schedule from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Because the drive is short and toll-free, a morning cleaning can wrap up with time to spare before a late-morning meeting.
Smile Goals Common Among Scott's Addition Professionals
Clear aligners top the list for many renters in their twenties and thirties. Invisalign uses a series of removable trays, each worn for about 10 to 14 days, and treatment typically runs 6 to 18 months. We start with an iTero digital scan instead of messy putty impressions, which keeps the planning appointment short.
Whitening is the other frequent request, especially before a wedding, a new job or a big presentation. Our teeth whitening comes two ways: an in-office session of about an hour that can lift teeth several shades, or custom take-home trays used over one to two weeks. Coffee, red wine and the neighborhood's craft beverages all leave their mark over time, so many patients plan a touch-up now and then.
Desk jobs bring their own habits. Long hours at a screen and tight deadlines can lead to clenching or grinding, which shows up as morning jaw soreness, headaches or chipped edges. A custom nightguard protects the teeth overnight, and our dentists also treat TMD-related jaw discomfort. For anyone in a weeknight rec league, a fitted sports mouthguard is a smart addition to the gym bag.
Care Plans From a Dentist Near Scott's Addition
Invisalign® Clear Aligners
Adults and teens straighten teeth with nearly invisible trays worn 20 to 22 hours a day. Scott's Addition patients can pop them out for meals and keep their routine. Progress checks are short and easy to schedule.
Family Dentistry
Cleanings, exams, digital x-rays and oral cancer screenings form the core of preventive care. Each exam also checks gums and enamel for early warning signs. If you share an apartment with a partner, you can book your checkups together.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Dental bonding, ZOOM® whitening, porcelain veneers and porcelain crowns can change the shape, shade or size of a smile. Digital imaging lets you preview results before treatment begins. It is a practical way to fix a chip or gap that has bothered you for years.
Restorative Dentistry
Tooth-colored composite fillings, root canal therapy, bridges and extractions handle problems before they grow. Same-day crowns are milled in the office, so a cracked tooth can be repaired in one appointment. That means less time away from your desk.
Meet Your Patterson Avenue Dentists
Our patients see Dr. Donald Murry III, Dr. Ryan Gaffner and Dr. Jessica Vellucci. Dr. Murry focuses on digitally driven straightwire and clear aligner orthodontics and lectures to dental teams across the U.S. and abroad. Dr. Gaffner studied biological sciences at Virginia Tech before earning his dental degree at Virginia Commonwealth University here in Richmond.
Insurance, Wellness Plan & Financing
New patients without insurance can start with our $79 cleaning, exam and x-ray visit, a good fit for someone new to the area. It is offered in the absence of periodontal (gum) disease, which our dentists confirm at the exam. We take all major credit cards, cash and checks, and flexible financing is available for larger treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Murry & Kuhn Dentistry from Scott's Addition, and how do I get there?
The office is about 4.5 miles from the Hofheimer Building, around 11 minutes by car. Drive south on Arthur Ashe Boulevard, west on Monument Avenue, then take Willow Lawn Drive to Patterson Avenue. It is a toll-free route for anyone who wants a dentist near Scott's Addition. Traffic at rush hour can stretch the drive a bit.
How long does Invisalign treatment usually take for adults?
Most Invisalign cases take somewhere between 6 and 18 months. You switch to a new set of aligners about every 10 to 14 days and wear them 20 to 22 hours a day. Our dentists map out your timeline from an iTero scan at the first appointment.
Is in-office whitening faster than take-home trays?
Yes, in-office whitening works in a single session of about an hour and can brighten teeth several shades. Take-home whitening uses custom trays made for your mouth and reaches its result over one to two weeks. Both are effective, so the choice usually comes down to your schedule and how quickly you want results.
Is the $79 cleaning offer only for people without insurance?
Yes, the $79 visit is for new patients without insurance, and it covers a full cleaning, an oral health exam and all standard x-rays. It applies only in the absence of periodontal (gum) disease. For someone who has just moved to Scott's Addition, it is a simple way to get established with our office and learn where your teeth stand.
What happens at a first visit if it has been years since my last cleaning?
You get a thorough exam, digital x-rays and a cleaning, and the focus stays on where things stand today. Our dentists look for cavities, gum problems and worn teeth, then explain what they find in plain language. If more work is needed, you receive a cost breakdown first, so you can plan treatment at your own pace.
Schedule Your Visit from Scott's Addition
Getting on the calendar with a dentist near Scott's Addition is quick: call 804-369-9043 Monday through Thursday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. You can also see the rest of the neighborhoods on our areas we serve list or visit the Dentist Richmond, VA page to learn about the office.