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Elrod & Dunham Dentistry provides orthodontic care in Richmond, VA, serving children, teens, and adults across five locations.
About Elrod & Dunham Dentistry
Longtime patients still drive many miles to see Dr. Baum's decades-long gentle care, even as Dr. Cooper Tyree now leads day-to-day treatment.
Elrod & Dunham Dentistry is a general dental practice in Richmond that also offers Invisalign and TMJ treatment alongside routine care. Reviews describe decades of gentle cleanings with little discomfort under Dr. James N. Baum, with Dr. Cooper Tyree now taking over as primary dentist and continuing to explain findings and options in detail. The office recently moved into a newer Carytown space with updated equipment, and several reviews mention same-day fixes for chipped teeth or broken crowns. A handful of reviews note changes since a broader ownership shift, including billing and front-desk issues.
Summary of 202 patient reviews, February 2024–September 2026, updated September 2026
Elrod & Dunham Dentistry provides orthodontic care in Richmond, VA, serving children, teens, and adults across five locations.
The practice is staffed by Dr. Bryson K. Dunham, Dr. Joseph W. Elrod, Dr. Michael Marotta, Dr. James N. Baum, Dr. Cooper Tyree, Dr. Dan Nuckols, Dr. Julie Cumins, and Dr. Madeline Maas. The practice offers Invisalign clear aligner therapy as a primary orthodontic treatment option. Digital impressions are captured using intraoral scanning technology, eliminating the need for traditional impression materials. This technology allows for precise treatment planning and a more comfortable patient experience during the diagnostic phase. Elrod & Dunham Dentistry accepts most dental insurance plans, though patients are encouraged to contact the office before their appointment to confirm coverage for their specific plan. Payment plans are available for patients who need flexible financing options, and the practice accepts CareCredit for treatment costs. Online booking is available for scheduling appointments. The practice maintains a 4.9 rating from 755 Google reviews. With five locations throughout the Richmond area, Elrod & Dunham Dentistry provides orthodontic services to patients across the region. Individual treatment needs vary, and a consultation is necessary to determine the most appropriate approach for each patient's specific orthodontic concerns.
Treatments offered
Who They Treat
Elrod & Dunham Dentistry provides orthodontic treatment for the following age groups:
Technology & Equipment
Elrod & Dunham Dentistry uses modern orthodontic technology to deliver precise, comfortable treatment.
Orthodontists at this office
Dr. Bryson K. Dunham, DDS
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Dr. James N. Baum, DDS
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Dr. Julie Cumins, DDS
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Dr. Joseph W. Elrod, DDS
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Dr. Madeline Maas
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Dr. Cooper Tyree
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Dr. Dan Nuckols
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Dr. Joseph Elrod
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Dr. Bryson Dunham
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Dr. Michael Marotta
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Insurance accepted
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Latest review 6 weeks ago
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Orthodontic care in reviews
A few reviews mention Invisalign treatment, including reshaping of front teeth after aligners and a progress check that also addressed a chipped tooth in the same visit.
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| Theme | Praise | Criticism |
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| Friendly staff | 51 | 3 |
| The dentist | 47 | 2 |
| Clear explanations | 24 | 0 |
| Scheduling & wait times | 21 | 3 |
| Gentle, comfortable care | 21 | 2 |
| Office & technology | 16 | 0 |
| Cost, insurance & financing | 11 | 2 |
| Responsiveness | 12 | 0 |
Recent reviews from Google
I have been a patient here for about 15 years. Through lots of time and change, they have been consistent in their care and quality of service. I started as a patient of Dr. Baum, but since his retirement have been with Dr. Tyree for a couple of years, and he is equally as knowledgeable, professional and personable. The hygienists are fantastic. The new carytown space is beautiful, but what’s important to me is that the personality and approach of their providers remains the same. Happy to be a patient here!
An amazing staff and clinic. I was so happy to start new service with them
Beautiful new office in Carytown. Super friendly and knowledgeable staff!
Had a good first visit here. They filled a cavity with absolutely no pain, and even were kind enough to use the child sized x-ray bite for my little mouth. Will return/have a next visit scheduled for a cleaning and more comprehensive work up.
This was the best experience I have ever had with a dental office. The staff was kind, patient, and took the time to listen and understand my history and concerns. The dentist made a plan for my care, answered questions and he and his staff worked together to be up front about costs which helped me to make informed decisions about my care. I was thoroughly impressed and I highly recommend Dr. Tyree and his staff.
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