Welcome to the General Dentistry category at James River Family Dentistry

Sports are a fantastic way to stay active, build teamwork skills and maintain overall health. However, they also come with the risk of injuries, including those that affect the mouth and teeth. At James River Family Dentistry in Richmond, VA, we want to help athletes of all ages protect their smiles while staying active. Whether [...]

Periodontal disease, or gum disease, sounds like an adult problem. As long as kids can keep their mouths cavity-free, they're doing just fine, right? Not exactly. In fact, the American Academy of Periodontology said, "Epidemiologic studies indicate that gingivitis of varying severity is nearly universal in children and adolescents," although it usually is less serious [...]