Convenient Access from Wyndham
Most families in Wyndham reach Glen Allen Dental Arts in about 10 minutes, which makes us a practical dentist near Wyndham for school mornings and busy weeks. At our office on Springfield Road in Glen Allen, Dr. Lana Qaqish and Dr. Michelle Park see children, parents and grandparents for preventive care, repairs and tooth replacement.
Starting from Shady Grove Elementary School on Wyndham Lake Drive, take Wyndham Park Drive east to Nuckols Road and turn left. Stay on Nuckols for roughly 3.5 miles as it heads south-east, then turn right onto Springfield Road (VA 157). Our office is on the west side at 3950 Springfield Rd, Glen Allen, VA 23060, about 5.3 miles from the school. The whole drive stays on local roads, and our Google Maps listing picks up the route from any driveway in the community.
Neighbors in Twin Hickory and Short Pump each have a page with directions from their side of town.
A Close-to-Home Dental Practice for Wyndham Households
Wyndham is a census-designated place in Henrico County, named after the master-planned community at its heart. It sits along the county's northern edge, where the Chickahominy River separates Henrico from Hanover County, with Short Pump to the south. The Dominion Club, a private country club, stands in the center of the community. Its neighborhoods feed into Nuckols Road, the main link south toward Springfield Road and the I-295 interchange.
For families with young children, Shady Grove Elementary on Wyndham Lake Drive is part of the daily routine. Since our appointments start at 8 AM Monday through Thursday, a child's checkup can happen first thing in the morning. Parents can often schedule their own cleaning in the same trip, which keeps the rest of the week free.
As children grow, their needs change. A preteen may need sealants on newly erupted molars, a teenager may ask about clear aligners, and a young athlete may need a sports mouthguard. Seeing the same dentists through those years means each visit builds on what we learned at the last one.
What Wyndham Parents Should Know About Young Smiles
Baby teeth matter more than their size suggests. They hold space for the permanent teeth, help children chew and speak clearly, and an untreated cavity can cause pain that disrupts school days. Regular cleanings, fluoride treatment and sealants on the first permanent molars are simple ways to keep young teeth healthy.
Diet plays a big role, too. Juice boxes, crackers and sticky snacks feed the bacteria that cause decay, and our team offers nutrition guidance that works for families with packed schedules. We also share home-care advice suited to each child's age, so good habits continue between visits. Water between meals and set snack times, rather than all-day grazing, give teeth a chance to recover.
Grandparents in Wyndham households have their own concerns, from worn fillings to dentures that no longer fit well. Oral cancer screenings, part of our family dentistry care, become more important with age. Our dentists see every generation in one practice, which makes it easier to coordinate visits for the whole family. Digital x-rays and CBCT 3D imaging, described on our advanced technology page, help us plan each repair with care.
Accidents happen at home and on the playground, too. If a child chips a tooth or wakes up with a toothache, call us as early as you can. We strive to fit you into our schedule Monday through Thursday, and we will explain what we find and what it will cost before any treatment.
Family-Focused Care from a Dentist Near Wyndham
Family Dentistry
Kid-friendly checkups, sealants, fluoride treatment and digital x-rays help young children build good habits early. Parents get flexible scheduling and practical home-care tips that keep brushing on track between appointments.
Dental Implants
When a parent or grandparent loses a tooth, an implant can fill the gap with a stable, natural-looking replacement. Placement is fully guided with a CBCT scan and a custom 3D-printed guide, and implants can carry a crown, a bridge or a denture.
Restorative Dentistry
Tooth-colored fillings handle most cavities, while root canal therapy, bridges, extractions, dentures and partials cover bigger repairs. Same-day crowns are part of our restorative care as well.
Invisalign®
Once kids reach their teens, clear aligners offer a way to straighten teeth without wires. The trays come out for meals and brushing, and each new set moves teeth a little closer to their goal.
Meet Your Dentists
Every family is cared for by Dr. Michelle Park and Dr. Lana Qaqish. Dr. Park belongs to the American Dental Association, the Virginia Dental Association and the Southside Dental Society, and she values the long-term relationships she builds with patients. Like Dr. Qaqish, she earned her Doctorate of Dental Surgery at Virginia Commonwealth University. Away from the office, she enjoys puzzles and game nights.
Insurance & Financing
New patients without insurance can start with our $79 Cleaning, Exam, & X-Ray, offered in the absence of periodontal disease. Insured families get help processing claims, and Cherry Financing, major credit cards, cash and checks are all accepted. Either way, you see a detailed breakdown of costs before treatment begins.
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 Wyndham, and how do I get there?
Most Wyndham drivers arrive in about 10 minutes, covering roughly 5.3 miles from Shady Grove Elementary. Take Wyndham Park Drive to Nuckols Road, then turn right on Springfield Road and continue south. Because the trip never touches an interstate, reaching a dentist near Wyndham is simple even with young kids in the back seat.
How often should young children have their teeth cleaned?
Most children do well with a cleaning and exam twice a year. Those visits let our dentists catch early cavities, apply fluoride treatment and check how the permanent teeth are coming in. Some kids with a history of decay benefit from more frequent visits, and we will let you know if that applies to your child.
What if my child is nervous about going to the dentist?
That is very common, and we take it slowly. Our team uses a gentle, kid-friendly approach and explains each step in simple words before it happens. Bringing a younger child along to watch a parent's or sibling's checkup first can also make the office feel familiar, so the next visit feels routine instead of new.
If my child's cavity is in a baby tooth, will you still fill it?
Usually, yes. Some baby molars stay in place until around age 10 to 12, and a cavity left alone can spread, cause pain or lead to infection. Baby teeth also hold space for the permanent teeth behind them. Our dentists weigh how long a tooth still has before recommending a filling or simply monitoring it.
Do you still take impressions with putty trays?
No, most impressions here are digital. Our iTero® scanner records a 3D image of your teeth for Invisalign® and restorative planning, and Planmeca PlanScan® captures the scan for same-day crowns. Children and adults who gag on traditional trays usually find the scanner far more comfortable, and the images appear on screen right away.
Schedule Your Visit from Wyndham
From a first checkup to a replacement tooth, a dentist near Wyndham is about ten minutes down Nuckols Road. Call 804-575-7559 Monday through Thursday or request an appointment online, and we will find a time that suits your family. See the other neighborhoods we welcome on our areas we serve page, or visit the Dentist Glen Allen, VA homepage to learn about the practice.