Rachel Thornton, DDS

Your Richmond Pediatric Dentist

Dr. Rachel Thornton is a board eligible pediatric dentist who is passionate about creating positive dental experiences for every child she treats. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Spanish with a Minor in Medical Humanities from Washington University in St. Louis, followed by her Doctor of Dental Surgery from Marquette University School of Dentistry. She completed her pediatric dental training at Yale New Haven Hospital, where she served as Chief Resident.

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Dr. Rachel Thornton enjoys patient education, expanding access to dental care and helping children overcome their fears of the dentist. Dr. Rachel Thornton speaks basic Spanish and is dedicated to helping every child feel comfortable and cared for during their visit. She believes it is her unique responsibility to build long-lasting relationships with families while contributing to each child’s oral and overall health as well as their confidence.

Originally from Madison, Wisconsin, Dr. Rachel Thornton emigrated from Ireland with her family at the age of four and is the oldest of three siblings. Outside of work, she enjoys going to the beach, playing frisbee with her golden retriever, Louie, making music playlists, exploring new Trader Joe’s snacks, traveling and exploring interior design and fashion. She also holds a second-degree black belt in karate.

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Outside The Office

  • Going to the beach
  • Playing frisbee with her golden retriever, Louie
  • Making music playlists
  • Trying new Trader Joe’s snacks
  • Exploring interior design and fashion
  • Traveling

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!