Convenient Access from Ginter Park
Union Presbyterian Seminary sits about 16 minutes from Glen Allen Dental Arts, so students, staff and neighbors who need a dentist near Ginter Park can reach us with one straightforward drive. Our office is on Springfield Road in Glen Allen, west of the city in Henrico. New patients without insurance can start with a low-cost cleaning and exam, and our dentists see everyone from first-year students to longtime homeowners.
From the seminary campus at 3401 Brook Road, take Westwood Avenue to Brook Road and head north, then turn left onto West Laburnum Avenue (VA 197). Laburnum leads to I-64 West; leave the interstate at North Parham Road, go west on Mayland Drive, and continue north on Pemberton Road, which becomes Springfield Road across West Broad Street. Our office at 3950 Springfield Rd, Glen Allen, VA 23060 sits on the left just past Broad. The drive covers about 9 miles with no tolls, and our listing on Google Maps gives door-to-door directions.
Rush hour on I-64 can add time for an 8 AM visit, so leave a little early. Neighbors in Lakeside, just northwest, and Chamberlayne have their own pages with directions.
A Welcoming Dental Home for Ginter Park Students and Neighbors
Ginter Park is a Northside neighborhood in the City of Richmond, known for free-standing early-20th-century houses on large lots. Most of those lots were built out by the 1930s, and the streets keep the settled feel of a neighborhood that first grew along a streetcar line. The Virginia Department of Historic Resources entry for the Ginter Park Historic District traces that story in detail. Pollard Park sits within the neighborhood as well.
The seminary gives Ginter Park a group of residents many neighborhoods lack: students and staff who may be new to the region. People who move here for school often arrive without a local dentist, and some have no dental insurance at all. Highland Park, Sherwood Park and Barton Heights round out the surrounding Northside, with Children's Hospital of Richmond and John Marshall High School close by.
Starting with us is simple. Your first visit includes a full exam and digital x-rays that display on screen almost instantly, so you see what our dentists see. From there, you get a clear plan and a written look at costs before anything else is scheduled.
What Ginter Park Adults Without Dental Insurance Should Know
Going a few years without a cleaning is common during graduate school or a career change, but tartar keeps building whether or not you see a dentist. The longer it stays, the more likely gum inflammation and hidden cavities become. One thorough cleaning and exam is the quickest way to reset.
For ongoing care, our Wellness Plan works as an alternative to insurance for preventive visits. One annual fee covers two cleanings a year and the exams and radiographs that go with them, and members receive discounts on fillings, crowns and implants. It suits students, part-time workers and anyone whose job does not include dental coverage.
Young adults who never had orthodontic treatment often want to straighten their teeth now that the schedule is their own. Invisalign® uses clear aligners planned from an iTero® scan, with no messy molds. Many patients finish in 12 to 18 months, depending on the complexity of the case and how consistently the aligners are worn.
For a brighter smile before interviews or graduation photos, Opalescence® teeth whitening is an option, and bonding can smooth a chipped front edge. If a tooth does break, a same-day crown designed with Planmeca PlanScan® can be placed in one visit, with no temporary to protect through exam week.
Treatment Choices with a Dentist Near Ginter Park
Family Dentistry
Adult checkups combine a cleaning, an exam, digital x-rays and an oral cancer screening. Ginter Park families can bring children for sealants, fluoride treatment and sports mouthguards in the same trip.
Invisalign®
Clear, removable aligners straighten teeth for adults and teens. A new aligner every one to two weeks keeps treatment moving, and progress checks come every 6 to 8 weeks.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Bonding and Opalescence® teeth whitening refresh a smile without major work. Your consultation looks at your smile line and bite first, so changes stay natural.
Same-Day Crowns
Digital impressions, on-screen design and in-office milling mean a crown is finished in a single visit. For Ginter Park patients driving across from the Northside, that saves a second round trip.
Meet Your Dentists
Dr. Lana Qaqish and Dr. Michelle Park both completed their Doctorate of Dental Surgery at Virginia Commonwealth University. Dr. Qaqish earned her chemistry degree there as well and is a member of the Richmond Dental Society and the Academy of General Dentistry. Dr. Park loves to travel, with Japan and Korea as her favorites so far, and enjoys getting to know each patient.
Insurance & Financing
New patients without insurance can begin with the $79 Cleaning, Exam, & X-Ray, offered in the absence of periodontal disease. If a school or employer plan covers you, we work with a multitude of insurance providers and send the claims for you. Every treatment plan comes with a cost breakdown first.
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 Ginter Park, and how do I get there?
It is about 9 miles from Union Presbyterian Seminary to our office, roughly a 16-minute drive. You take Brook Road north to West Laburnum Avenue, then I-64 West to the North Parham Road exit, Mayland Drive and Pemberton Road. Students and neighbors wanting a dentist near Ginter Park can make the trip with no tolls.
My last dental visit was several years ago. Where do I begin?
Start with a new-patient exam and cleaning, which shows exactly where things stand. Our dentists review your digital x-rays with you, point out anything that needs attention, and separate what is urgent from what can wait. You leave with a clear plan and a cost breakdown, and nothing begins until you decide.
How often do I switch to a new Invisalign aligner?
Most patients move to a new set of aligners every one to two weeks. Each set shifts the teeth a small step, and progress checks at our office happen about every 6 to 8 weeks. Many patients wrap up treatment in 12 to 18 months, so the schedule fits around classes and work.
Can a wisdom tooth that hurts be taken out at your office?
Often, yes, since extractions are part of our restorative care. Our dentists first take x-rays to see the tooth's position and roots, then explain whether removal makes sense. The $59 Emergency Exam & X-Ray is open to new patients only, and we strive to fit you into our schedule when pain starts.
What can I do about sensitive teeth?
Start with a toothpaste made for sensitive teeth and a soft brush used gently. Sensitivity can come from worn enamel, receding gums or a cavity, so bring it up at your next exam. Our dentists can find the cause, and options such as bonding over an exposed root surface or a new filling can help.
Schedule Your Visit from Ginter Park
New to the Northside or simply overdue, you can book with a dentist near Ginter Park by calling 804-575-7559. Appointments run Monday through Thursday from 8 AM until 5 PM. Our areas we serve page lists other nearby communities, and the Dentist Glen Allen, VA homepage covers the practice in full.