Exceptional Richmond, VA Dentistry
At River Run Dental, as the top Richmond, VA dentist’s office, we create a blissful dental experience, where common stresses are left behind and dentistry is top-notch. Our commitment to patient comfort is true to the core of our dental practice, and we always seek opportunities to over-deliver for our patients.
Our Richmond area dentists are dedicated to providing exceptional dental care and share our patient’s desire for a uniquely peaceful dental experience. This commitment extends to all the services offered by our dentists in Richmond:
We are leaders in Richmond dentistry and are proud to have been voted the best dentists in Richmond (in 2024) by local publications such as Richmond Magazine and Style Weekly. We know that you will enjoy getting to know our team of award-winning dentists in one of our six Virginia locations, Midlothian, Libbie Mill, Colonial Heights, Short Pump, and Charlottesville as well as the rest of our dental team!
Awards
2023
Richmond Magazine Top Dentist in Richmond
Virginia Living – Best of Virginia
2022
Invisalign Diamond Provider – Top 1% Nationwide
Richmond Magazine Top Dentist in Richmond
Virginia Living – Best of Virginia
2021
Virginia Living Best of Virginia – Best Dentist
Invisalign Diamond Provider – Top 1% Nationwide
2020
Richmond Magazine Top Dentist in Richmond
Style Weekly Readers Choice Award – Best Dentist
Virginia Living Best of Virginia – Best Dentist
Style Weekly Top Meds Award – Top Dentist
Invisalign Platinum+ Provider
2019
Richmond Magazine Top Dentist in Richmond
Style Weekly Readers Choice Award – Best Dentist
Invisalign Platinum+ Provider
2018
Richmond Magazine Top Dentist in Richmond
Style Weekly Readers Choice Award – Best Dentist
Invisalign Platinum Provider
2017
Richmond Magazine Top Dentist in Richmond
Style Weekly Readers Choice Award – Best Dentist
2016
Richmond Magazine Top Dentist in Richmond
Style Weekly Readers Choice Award – Best Dentist
The Scout Guide Featured Business
2015
Richmond Magazine Top Dentist in Richmond
Style Weekly Readers Choice Award – Best Dentist
Our Health Best Bedside Manner Award
2014
Richmond Magazine Top Dentist in Richmond
Style Weekly Top 40 Under 40
2013
Richmond Magazine Top Dentist in Richmond
2006
Since our founding in 2006, we have been committed to providing our patients with a top-notch dental experience in a comfortable environment.
Everything we do aims to support this mission.
Excellent dental care! This place is a keeper!
Sara
Meet the Doctors
Dr. Brent Rusnak
Dr. Rusnak is an award-winning dentist and business owner. He is also an active philanthropist, who is passionate about supporting the Richmond community.
Dr. Molly Adler
A Northern Virginia native and Virginia Tech Hokie, Dr. Adler joined River Run Dental after completing a general practice residency at the Veterans Administrative Medical Center.
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Dr. Carolina Braga
Dr. Carolina Braga graduated from Auburn University in 2018 with a Bachelor's of Science in Biomedical Science and recieved her Doctorate of Medicine in Dentistry from the University of Alabama at Birmingham in 2022. In her practice, Dr. Braga prioritizes providing high-quality, needs-based dental care. She values building relationships with her patients and providing invividlual-centered treatment.
Dr. Cynthia Brooks
Dr. Cynthia Brooks has been practicing dentistry in the Charlottesville, VA area since 2001. Since then, she has been committed to providing high-quality dentistry in a friendly and peaceful environment and serving her community in the Charlottesville, VA area.
Dr. Vivian Bui
Dr. Vivian Bui was raised in Charleston, South Carolina, where the saying was “Smiling Faces, Beautiful Places.” She is dedicated to carrying this motto with her in serving the local communities of Richmond and creating healthy smiles.
Dr. Clairise Cash Parker
Dr. Clairise Cash Parker enjoys dentistry as a means of improving her patients quality of life, by getting them out of discomfort, improving their self-confidence, and helping them achieve oral health.
Dr. Ariadne Dane Dongieux
Dr. Dongieux is an accomplished dentist who is passionate about her patients. She is a firm believer in the power of a confident smile - functionally, socially, and even professionally.
Dr. Jacob Fant
Dr. Jacob Fant completed his Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) at Virginia Commonwealth University. He is passionate about making dentistry accessible and comfortable for his patients here at River Run.
Dr. Brittany Field
Dr. Field attended VCU School of Dentistry, followed by a residency at the Medical University of South Carolina. She loves creating an environment where her patients feel comfortable.
Dr. Akriti Jaura Gupta
We are delighted to introduce Dr. Akriti Jaura Gupta, DMD to our patients. Dr. Akriti completed her residency in the General Practice Residency (GPR) program at Berkshire Medical Center from July 2021 to June 2022 and holds a Doctorate in Dentistry.
Dr. Rubana Masood
Dr. Rubana Masood completed her Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) at The University of California- Los Angeles. Her ultimate goal is for her patients to leave the office feeling better than when they came in.
Dr. Shrineel Patel
Dr. Patel served as Vice President of his dental school class at the VCU School of Dentistry. He aims to not only to help his patients achieve their treatment goals, but to also build trusting relationships with them.
Dr. Lindsey Putnam
Dr. Lindsey Putnam received her undergraduate degree in Environmental Studies and Public Health from Elon University. She earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Dentistry and completed her General Practice Residency at the University of Virginia.
Dr. Nitya Reddy
Dr. Nitya Reddy is our in-house Periodontist. She specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of periodontal disease as well as dental implants. Dr. Reddy focuses on creating connections with her patients and being part of their oral health journey throughout their life.
Dr. Fernando Saavedra
Dr. Fernando Saavedra, originally from New Orleans, Louisiana, now proudly calls Richmond VA his home. A dedicated dentist with River Run Dental, he brings a compassionate approach to dental care, focused on meeting individual health goals using leading-edge technology. Dr. Saavedra is an active member of the American Dental Association and the Academy of General Dentistry.
Dr. Emily Sinclair
Prior to her career in dentistry, Dr. Sinclair also received a Masters Degree in Human Physiology, where her thesis research focused on growth factors involved in head and neck cancers.
Dr. Vanessa Sturz
Dr. Vanessa Sturz prioritizes empathy and compassion when working with her patients. Her goal at River Run is to help patients overcome dental anxiety and maintain their oral health.
Dr. Alexa Vinson
A graduate of the VCU School of Dentistry, Dr. Vinson is an active member of the Virginia Dental Association, the American Dental Association, and the Academy of General Dentistry.
Dr. Jennifer Wheeler
Dr. Wheeler is passionate about giving back to her local community. She actively supports a wide range of organizations such as Give Kids a Smile, Mission of Mercy, and the Mechanicsville Free Dental Clinic.
Locations
So how do we do it? We put patients first and focus on making dental visits a pleasant experience. Our dentists’ exceptional chairside manner ensures a relaxing environment. We also offer patients aromatherapy, headphones, and sparkling water to help them unwind before and during their appointment.
The extended appointment hours at our Richmond dental office make it easy for patients to schedule a visit, whether they live just minutes away in downtown Richmond or commute from Goochland or Chesterfield. We also commit to seeing patients on time to help them get back on their way quickly. We accept a wide range of dental insurance and offer a Dental Wellness Savings program to help those without insurance.
Whether you are looking for Invisalign or Professional Teeth Whitening in Richmond, VA we have a professional team that can help. We offer many dental services beyond the common teeth cleaning and X-rays. We can assist you with Porcelain Veneers, Bridges, Crowns, and much more.
We service patients all around Richmond and throughout Central Virginia, including:
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