Convenient Access from Ashland
Students, professors and longtime residents looking for a dentist Ashland, VA drivers can reach without much fuss will find Glen Allen Dental Arts about 23 minutes south of downtown. Our office is on Springfield Road in Glen Allen, where Dr. Lana Qaqish and Dr. Michelle Park provide checkups, crowns made in one visit, clear aligners and cosmetic bonding. The town's railroad-lined main street and our treatment chairs are separated by a pleasant back-road drive.
Begin at the Ashland Branch Library on South Railroad Avenue and take Thompson Street (VA 54) to Hanover Avenue, then Elmont Road south. Cedar Lane, Old Washington Highway, Mill Road and Mountain Road carry you into Henrico, where Springfield Road, Francistown Road and Hungary Road lead back onto Springfield Road and our office at 3950 Springfield Rd, Glen Allen, VA 23060. That works out to about 12 miles, and our Google Maps pin handles the turns for you. Patients coming from Laurel or Twin Hickory can find their own directions on separate pages.
Small-Town Ashland Meets a Full-Service Practice
Ashland is an incorporated town in Hanover County, roughly 15 miles north of Richmond along I-95 and US 1. Railroad tracks run right through downtown, past shops, restaurants, a historic inn and a brewery, which helps explain why locals cheerfully call it the Center of the Universe. The Ashland/Hanover Visitor Center occupies a 1920s train depot on North Railroad Avenue, and Amtrak serves an unstaffed station downtown, with tickets bought online.
That close-knit character carries over into how people choose health care. Most of our new patients come to us through referrals, often from a neighbor or coworker who already trusts our dentists. We want every visit to earn that kind of word of mouth, with clear explanations and no surprises on the bill.
Ashland also has a lively outdoor side. Carter Park on Maple Street has a pool and serves as the northern trailhead of the Fall Line Trail, and a roughly one-mile extension trail links the park to the library. More about the town's parks is on the Town of Ashland Parks & Recreation page.
What Ashland Students and Families Should Know
Randolph-Macon College sits right in town, and many of its students live far from the dentist they grew up with. A cracked tooth or a sudden ache does not wait for winter break, so knowing where to go before something happens saves a stressful scramble. With a car, a student can schedule a visit around a lighter class day, Monday through Thursday.
Faculty, staff and families who have lived in town for years often have older restorations that need attention. Fillings wear, crowns loosen, and a gap left by a missing tooth can let the teeth beside it drift over time. Our restorative work uses color-matched materials, and Planmeca PlanScan® lets us design and mill a crown in the office.
Downtown's coffee shops and the Ashland Theatre on England Street make for a busy social calendar, and coffee stains add up. Opalescence® teeth whitening and bonding are the two cosmetic tools we use to refresh a smile. Our dentists also review your daily habits, from sipping sweet drinks to skipping floss, so the results last.
Plenty of families here head south each morning toward jobs in Henrico and beyond. The back-road route above avoids the interstate, though some drivers prefer I-95 to I-295, and either way the office sits only a short hop off the commute. Booking the first 8 AM opening lets a parent finish a cleaning and still reach work at a reasonable hour. Children's checkups can follow right after, so one morning covers the household.
Treatments from a Dentist Ashland, VA Residents Can Count On
Restorative Dentistry
Fillings, root canal therapy, extractions, bridges, dentures and partials repair damage and restore chewing comfort. Tooth-colored ceramic and composite materials keep repairs discreet.
Invisalign®
Removable clear aligners straighten teeth without disrupting lectures or meetings. You change aligners every one to two weeks and stop in for a progress check every 6 to 8 weeks.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Bonding reshapes small chips and gaps, and Opalescence® teeth whitening lifts everyday staining. A cosmetic consultation comes first, so the plan suits your lip line and bite.
Family Dentistry
Households in town can bring children, parents and grandparents to one office. Cleanings, oral cancer screenings, sealants and nightguards are all part of the routine.
Same-Day Crowns
Digital impressions replace goopy molds, and your crown is milled in the office while you wait. You leave with a permanent crown after a single visit, with no temporary to babysit.
Every one of these treatments draws on the tools described on our advanced technology page, including digital x-rays, the iTero® scanner and CBCT 3D imaging that captures teeth, bone and nerves in under a minute.
Meet Your Dentists
Dr. Lana Qaqish and Dr. Michelle Park stay connected to organized dentistry. Dr. Qaqish belongs to the American Dental Association, the Virginia Dental Association, the Academy of General Dentistry and the Richmond Dental Society. Dr. Park is a member of the ADA, the Virginia Dental Association and the Southside Dental Society.
Insurance & Financing
Students and families without dental coverage can join our Wellness Plan, which bundles two cleanings a year with preventive exams and radiographs for one annual fee, plus treatment discounts. We also accept major credit cards, cash, checks and Cherry Financing.
Testimonials
What Our Patients Are Saying
From toddlers to grandparents, our patients love the care they receive at Glen Allen Dental Arts. We’re proud to be the practice families turn to for gentle, thoughtful, and efficient care. See why so many in Glen Allen trust us with their smiles.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Glen Allen Dental Arts from Ashland, and how do I get there?
We are about 12 miles from downtown Ashland, usually a 23-minute drive. The quickest route follows Elmont Road, Old Washington Highway and Mountain Road south, then Springfield, Francistown and Hungary Roads. Anyone choosing a dentist Ashland, VA residents can visit without the interstate will appreciate that the trip stays on quieter roads.
Can college students come in for an urgent toothache?
Yes, and we strive to fit you into our schedule when something hurts. New patients can book the $59 emergency exam and x-ray, which includes a focused exam, any necessary x-rays and treatment recommendations. That gives students a clear diagnosis and a plan, whether the fix happens that week or during a break.
Does one of your dentists speak Arabic?
Yes, Dr. Lana Qaqish is fluent in both English and Arabic. Patients who are more comfortable discussing symptoms, treatment options and costs in Arabic can request time with her. Family members who prefer Arabic are welcome to come along, which helps when parents or grandparents want to understand every step of a plan.
What does the $79 new-patient cleaning include?
You get a thorough cleaning, a complete oral health exam and every standard x-ray in that single visit. The $79 price applies to new patients without insurance and in the absence of periodontal disease. If the exam turns up gum problems, our dentists explain the recommended care and its cost before anything moves forward, so there are no surprises.
Do you accept dental insurance?
Yes, we work with a multitude of insurance providers and process the claims for you to help you receive your maximum benefits. Before treatment begins, you get a detailed breakdown of the expected costs and coverage. If your plan has unusual limits, our front office team can talk through the numbers with you ahead of time.
Schedule Your Visit from Ashland
Whether it is a semester checkup or a crown that is overdue, a dentist Ashland, VA patients can reach in about 23 minutes is ready to help. Call 804-575-7559 Monday through Thursday, from 8 AM to 5 PM. Browse the other communities on our areas we serve page, or learn about the practice on the Dentist Glen Allen, VA homepage.