Mechanicsville Office

Expert Pediatric Dental & Orthodontic Care

The Mechanicsville office of Richmond Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics is dedicated to creating a welcoming, kid-friendly environment where smiles can grow healthy and bright! Our office is equipped with the latest dental and orthodontic technology, ensuring that every visit is both effective and enjoyable. Our compassionate team is committed to making each child’s experience positive, from routine cleanings to orthodontic treatments. We believe in building lifelong healthy habits and happy smiles, and we can’t wait to welcome you to our Mechanicsville family!

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FIND OUR OFFICE

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CONTACT

Phone: (804) 741-2226
Fax: (804) 741-6751

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ADDRESS

7521 Right Flank Rd.
Suite 110
Mechanicsville, VA 23116

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HOURS

Monday – Thursday (Pediatrics)
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Friday (Pediatrics)
8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Tuesday (Orthodontics)
7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Meet Your Doctors AT THE MECHANICSVILLE OFFICE

Meet the friendly faces behind your pediatric dental and orthodontic care! At Richmond Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics in Mechanicsville, we’re passionate about what we do, and we want every visit to be a positive experience. Getting to know you and your family is important to us, no matter your age or treatment needs. We’re dedicated to building genuine, attentive relationships with our patients, and we invite you to get acquainted with our skilled and compassionate doctors and team!

Dr. Raymonia Eddleton RPDO

Raymonia Eddleton, DDS

Pediatric Dentist

A native of Richmond, Dr. Raymonia Eddleton looks forward to serving patients and their families where she grew up! She enjoys hearing funny, unbelievably cute stories from her patients. They not only make her smile, but also allow every day to be fun!

Dr. Sarah Yi RPDO

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Yi, DDS

Pediatric Dentist

Dr. Yi loves working and talking with kids every day! She feels that children have the most wholesome and funny perspectives and she enjoys learning each child’s interests to bond and better guide them through their dental visit.

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Rachel Thornton, DDS

Pediatric Dentist

Dr. Rachel Thornton is a compassionate pediatric dentist who loves helping children feel comfortable, confident and cared for at the dentist. She’s passionate about creating positive experiences and building trusting relationships with every family she serves.

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Payton
Cook, DDS

Orthodontist

Dr. Cook is dedicated to making her patients feel at ease and looks forward to the day they are finished with their treatment. She loves seeing their expressions once their braces are removed! Dr. Cook finds it rewarding to play a role in her patients’ incredible transformations.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

We want you to feel informed about your child’s treatment and confident in your experience with us. Below, you’ll find answers to some frequently asked questions about pediatric dentistry and orthodontics.

We recommend that you bring your child for their first dental visit with us after their first tooth erupts or by their first birthday.

We are always happy to talk about ways to improve your child’s dental health during your visits with us. We believe that patient education is important for a lifetime of excellent dental health. At home, we recommend supervising your child’s brushing and flossing, even if they are old enough to do it themselves. Make sure they are brushing their teeth with a fluoride toothpaste twice a day, two minutes each time. They should also floss once a day, preferably at night. Eating a healthy diet, and one that’s lower in sugar, is an excellent way to have not only better dental health, but better overall health, as well. Lastly, make sure you are bringing your child to their regular check-ups with us every six months.

At Richmond Pediatrics Dentistry & Orthodontics, we recommend that your child has their initial consultation with us at age seven. By this time, your child should have a mix of baby and permanent teeth, which will allow our orthodontists to determine if your child has any early orthodontic issues that we need to address.

Everyone is different, which means that every orthodontic case is different, too. Depending on your case, you could spend more or even less time in treatment. We recommend speaking to your orthodontists in order to get an accurate timeline.

There are many reasons dental sedation may be beneficial for your child. Treating children with special needs, an extreme fear or severe anxiety of going to the dentist, or those undergoing procedures where it may be helpful in reducing pain or comfort or to help manage a child’s behaviors are all goals of sedation dentistry.

Get Connected With Us

Stay connected with Richmond Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics on social media! Follow us to keep up with the latest news, helpful tips, fun contests, and a behind-the-scenes look at our practice. Whether you’re interested in learning more about dental care, seeing smile transformations, or just connecting with our team, our social media channels are a great way to stay in touch. Join our online community today to stay informed and engaged with all things RPDO!

🎉This Father's Day, we're celebrating Dr. B, Dr. D, and every member of our team who's also an incredible dad...along with all the patient dads who show up, cheer loud, and make every smile journey a little brighter. ☀️⁠ ⁠ Happy Father's Day from all of us at Richmond Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics!⁠ ⁠ We love a good dad joke. Drop your favorite 👇⁠ ⁠ #fathersday #pediatricdentist #bracesrva #orthodontistshortpump #rvamoms
This week's training session: brought to you by Dr. B's actual kids. 😅 ⁠ ⁠ 🦷They've got the gloves, the curiosity, and zero hesitation about putting braces on dad himself. Funny enough, this is basically what we hope every kid feels about the dentist's chair: curious, comfortable, not scared at all. ⁠ ⁠ 📍The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends a first dental visit by a child's first birthday (or within six months of that first tooth), and the American Association of Orthodontists recommends a first orthodontic check by age 7. Starting early on both fronts helps kids build comfort with the chair, the tools, and the routine before nerves ever get a chance to set in... even if most of our patients don't ask to try the pliers themselves.⁠ ⁠ 📍 RPDO | Richmond, Short Pump, and Midlothian, VA ⁠ ☎️ (804) 740-7281⁠ Or visit the link in bio to get started.⁠ ⁠ #richmondvabraces #pediatricdentist #bracesrva #orthodontistshortpump #rvamoms
⚽️🏀🏈 Heads up, sports parents! Not all mouth guards are created equal.⁠ A custom-fitted sports mouth guard actually protects your child's teeth, jaw, and developing smile the way a boil-and-bite from a big box store simply can't.⁠ ⁠ You could grab one online. You could also grab sushi at a gas station. We don't recommend either. 🙅⁠ ⁠ 💫At RPDO, we use a digital scanner to create custom kids' mouth guards that fit perfectly, stay in place, and offer real protection during contact sports, no impressions, no mess, no "close enough."⁠ Protecting children's teeth is kind of our whole thing.⁠ ⁠ 📍 Richmond Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics ⁠ ☎️ (804) 741-2226 or link in bio to book your appointment.⁠ ⁠ #richmondva #pediatricdentistrichmond #kidssportsrva #richmondvamoms #mouthguardsports
Have you ever wondered if braces alone could fix an underbite without surgery?⁠ Meet William. 🦷✨⁠ When William first came to RPDO, his family had one clear goal: correct his underbite, narrow upper jaw and crowding without surgery if at all possible.⁠ We heard them.⁠ Here's how we built his treatment plan:⁠ 🔵 First, we referred out to have those retained baby canines removed to make room for his permanent teeth to come in properly.⁠ 🔵 Next, we used a rapid palate expander (RPE) to gently widen his upper jaw — a key step in correcting the underbite, making space and giving his teeth room to align.⁠ 🔵 Once the foundation was set, we placed upper and lower metal braces with elastics to fine-tune his bite.⁠ ⁠ The result? A full, healthy, beautifully aligned smile — no surgery required. 🙌⁠ If your child has been told they may need surgery to correct an underbite or jaw alignment issue, it's worth getting an early evaluation. Interceptive orthodontic treatment can make a significant difference when started at the right time.⁠ ⁠ 📍 Richmond Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics | Richmond, Midlothian and Short Pump, VA�⁠ 📲 Link in bio to schedule a consultation, or call us!⁠ ☎️ (804) 740-7281⁠ #richmondva #pediatricdentist #bracesRVA #orthodontistshortpump #braces
🐶So the dog ate your retainer, huh? It happens more than you'd think (retainers apparently smell amazing to dogs... who knew).⁠ ⁠ 😎Here's what we want every patient to know: your retainer is doing quiet, invisible work every single day. Once treatment wraps up, it's the only thing holding your teeth in their new position. Teeth don't just stay put on their own... they have muscle memory, and they will shift.⁠ ⁠ Skipping even a few weeks can mean your retainer no longer fits comfortably. Skip a few months? You may notice visible changes. And your bonded retainer behind your front teeth? It's great backup... but it only covers a small section. It was never designed to do the full job.⁠ ⁠ The good news: a lost or damaged retainer is a totally fixable situation. The sooner you reach out, the easier the solution.⁠ 📲 Give us a call or send us a message. We'll get you sorted quickly, no judgment (except maybe for your furry BFF) just a new retainer and peace of mind. 🐾⁠ ⁠ 📍 Richmond, Short Pump and Midlothian, VA | Link in bio or call for a free consult!⁠ ☎️ (804) 740-7281⁠ #richmondva #pediatricdentist #rvabraces #orthodontistshortpump #healthyteeth

Helping Richmond Smile

Comprehensive Pediatric Dental and Orthodontic Care

At Richmond Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics, we strive to deliver radiant, healthy smiles to families across Richmond, VA. Our kind and caring team is committed to providing professional, high quality service in an environment that is relaxing and fun. Our goal is to make your dental and orthodontic journey with us an amazing experience. Get started today!