At a glance
Senior dentistry is everyday dental care built around what changes as you age: dentures and partials, gum disease, dry mouth from medicines, and decay on exposed roots. We see older adults Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday, 9am–3pm.
Full dentures start at $1,399 per arch and partial dentures start at $1,399. We accept Medicare Advantage plans with dental benefits; Original Medicare (Parts A and B) does not cover routine dental care.
What care do older adults get here?
| Service | What it helps with |
|---|---|
| Full and partial dentures | Replace missing teeth; from $1,399 per arch (full) or from $1,399 (partial) |
| Exams and cleanings | Catch decay, gum problems and denture sores early |
| Scaling and root planing | Deep cleaning below the gumline for gum disease |
| Gum treatment and maintenance | Ongoing care to keep gum disease under control |
| Fluoride | Protects exposed roots and teeth affected by dry mouth |
| Tooth-colored fillings | Repairs root decay and cavities |
| Crowns and bridges | Strengthen cracked teeth or replace a missing tooth; crowns from $1,199, 3-unit bridges from $3,499 |
| Root canals | Save an infected tooth; starting at $899 |
| Extractions | Remove teeth that can’t be saved, often before dentures |
| Single dental implants | Replace one missing tooth, placed and restored here |
| Oral cancer checks | A look-and-feel exam at checkups; risk rises with age |
Why does dry mouth matter so much?
Many common medicines for blood pressure, allergies, mood and sleep reduce saliva. Saliva rinses away food and acid, so a dry mouth leads to more cavities, sore gums and dentures that rub. Tell us about every medicine you take. We may suggest fluoride, more frequent cleanings and simple habits such as sipping water through the day and avoiding sugary drinks.
What is root decay?
As gums pull back, the softer root surface is exposed. Roots decay faster than enamel, often near the gumline and under old fillings. Regular checkups, fluoride and good cleaning around the gumline help prevent it.
Does Medicare cover dental care?
Original Medicare (Parts A and B) does not cover routine dental care such as cleanings, fillings or dentures. Many Medicare Advantage plans include dental benefits, and we accept those plans. Bring your card and we’ll check what your plan covers before treatment. Without coverage, our published prices apply. See insurance for details. We accept Cherry, Sunbit and CareCredit for patient financing (see financing options), and you can use an FSA or HSA card for dental treatment.
What we don’t offer
We don’t offer full-arch implant treatment such as All-on-4, and we don’t promise same-day denture repairs. We use local anesthetic for comfort. If you need something we don’t do, we’ll tell you plainly and refer you.
When to call us
Call us if a denture rubs or feels loose, your mouth is dry most of the time, a tooth breaks near the gumline, your gums bleed, or you notice a sore that hasn’t healed in two weeks. Oral cancer checks are part of every exam; see what an oral cancer screening costs. Call (832) 612-2831 — we’re open Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday, 9am–3pm.
Why patients in Richmond choose us
- Full and partial dentures at published prices (from $1,399)
- Medicare Advantage dental plans accepted, with benefits checked before your visit
- Saturday appointments, handy when a family member drives you
- We speak English, Spanish, Gujarati and Hindi
Related guides
- Senior dentistry: what your smile needs as you get older
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- Does Richmond Dental Care accept Medicaid? An honest answer
Frequently asked questions
Most people do well with a checkup and cleaning twice a year. If you have gum disease, dry mouth or many fillings, we may suggest visits more often.
Yes. We check how the dentures fit, look at your gums and tongue for sores, and do an oral cancer check.
No. We are not in network for adult Medicaid. We accept Medicare Advantage plans with dental benefits, most PPO plans, and offer published self-pay prices and financing.
Yes. A family member or caregiver is welcome to come in, help with your medical history and hear the treatment plan.