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Spencer Dental & Braces

Spencer Dental & Braces provides orthodontic care in Richmond, VA, serving children, teens, and adults across four locations in the area.

4722 N Southside Plz, Richmond, VA 23224
4.1(798 reviews)
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About Spencer Dental & Braces

Handling for toddlers, hearing-impaired and other special-needs kids draws particular praise, alongside Dr. Marquez and Dr. Hoang's clear chairside manner, though scheduling problems come up often.

Spencer Dental & Braces is a general dental practice that also offers traditional braces and early orthodontic treatment for children. Several reviewers note staff working patiently with very young patients and kids with special needs, including a hearing-impaired child, and a number credit Dr. Marquez or Dr. Hoang with laying out treatment plans and next steps before starting work. Anxious patients often mention feeling put at ease during procedures. At the same time, many reviews report long waits of an hour or more and appointments canceled or rescheduled without notice, and several reviewers found the front desk dismissive.

Summary of 203 patient reviews, June 2024–September 2026, updated September 2026

Spencer Dental & Braces provides orthodontic care in Richmond, VA, serving children, teens, and adults across four locations in the area.

The practice offers free consultations and accepts new patients seeking treatment options for various orthodontic needs. Services include early treatment for younger patients, addressing developmental concerns that may benefit from intervention during childhood. The practice operates with weekend hours to accommodate families with busy weekday schedules and offers online booking for appointment convenience. Spanish-speaking staff members are available to assist patients who prefer communication in Spanish. The practice has received a 4.1 rating based on 798 Google reviews. Spencer Dental & Braces accepts insurance coverage and Medicaid, making orthodontic treatment accessible to patients with different coverage types. Payment plans are available for out-of-pocket expenses, and the practice accepts CareCredit financing for those who qualify. Financial arrangements can be discussed during the initial consultation. Patients throughout the Richmond area can access care at one of the four office locations. Individual treatment plans vary based on specific orthodontic conditions and goals, which are determined through clinical examination.

Treatments offered

Early TreatmentEarly TreatmentTraditional BracesTraditional Braces
GuidesAdult braces cost guide →Teen braces cost guide →Braces cost for kids →

Who They Treat

Spencer Dental & Braces provides orthodontic treatment for the following age groups:

Children
Ages 6–11
Teens
Ages 12–17
Adults
Ages 18+

Orthodontists at this office

provider
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Dr. NICOLE KIM --, D.M.D., M.S.D.

NPI verified · no bio or photo on file

NPI VERIFIEDAccepting New Patients

Insurance accepted

22 plans listed
ADI/DentaquestAetnaBlue Cross Blue ShieldCarecreditCareingtonCHIP (Children's Health)CignaDelta Dental
Spencer Dental & Braces accepts Medicaid. Coverage varies by plan tier — confirm with the office before your first visit.

What patients say

Latest review 2 weeks ago

What patients praise

  • Reviews highlight gentle, patient handling of very young children and kids with special needs, including a hearing-impaired patient.
  • Dr. Marquez and Dr. Hoang are noted for laying out treatment options and next steps before beginning care.
  • Several reviews mention staff putting anxious or nervous patients at ease during procedures.

Things to know

  • Many reviews describe long waits, often an hour or more, and appointments canceled or rescheduled with little notice.
  • A number of reviews describe the front desk as rude or dismissive, sometimes alongside billing or insurance mix-ups.

Who it suits

  • Young children, including toddlers
  • Anxious or nervous patients

Doctors patients mention

  • Dr. Marquez · 20 reviews
  • Dr. Hoang · 9 reviews
  • Dr. JJ · 5 reviews
  • Dr. Park · 4 reviews

Orthodontic care in reviews

The handful of reviews touching on orthodontic treatment describe a mix of experiences: some families report braces care followed through as planned for multiple children, while at least one reviewer felt a four-year course of braces did not deliver the expected results. One reviewer also compared Invisalign favorably to braces for ease of maintenance.

Last 90 days
37 reviews
averaging 4.3★
Last 12 months
167 reviews
averaging 4.1★
Owner replies
98% of reviews
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Average rating by year
  • 20244.2
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1★5★
Treatments patients mention
  • Braces6
What patients talk about
PraiseCriticism
  • Friendly staff36 / 21
  • Scheduling & wait times12 / 31
  • The dentist22 / 6
  • Great with kids20 / 6
  • Gentle, comfortable care18 / 5
  • Cost, insurance & financing6 / 9
  • Clear explanations10 / 2
  • Responsiveness4 / 9
What patients talk about
ThemePraiseCriticism
Friendly staff3621
Scheduling & wait times1231
The dentist226
Great with kids206
Gentle, comfortable care185
Cost, insurance & financing69
Clear explanations102
Responsiveness49

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Recent reviews from Google

4.1
798 reviews
Andrew Welsh
Andrew Welsh
3 weeks ago
“

They are very nice people they take care of me real good with my teeth

Review from Google

Alpha Cady
Alpha Cady
Edited 3 weeks ago
“

Kiwi was SO sweet and informative. My new willing feels amazing and so much better than the previous one I had from another office. The doctors and staff are so talented and thoughtful

Review from Google

Fantasia Bennett
Fantasia Bennett
a month ago
“

Had oral surgery today and the two oral surgeons were amazing! The experience with them was so welcoming and very quick.

Review from Google

Waltia Thompson
Waltia Thompson
2 months ago
“

I have visited this location a few times over the years and did not have issues until now. I visited last week and waited an hour for them to verify my insurance after arriving 15 minutes before my children’s appointment. After confirming that my insurance required a separate card for dental, I had to wait an additional 30 minutes before we were seen. I was scheduled to return today for additional treatment that my son needed. I was told today that I had to pay the full cost of what my insurance did not cover or service would not be provided. That’s fine if that’s the company’s policy; however, this was not communicated prior to the appointment. I asked about a payment plan and was told that if I made a partial payment today, then the dentist could do part of the work that was needed or reschedule my appointment when I had the full payment. That’s insane! There was no communication from the dentist or staff on what we needed to do to prepare my nine year old for today. The lack of communication is extremely frustrating and inconvenient.

Review from Google

Dyamondz
Dyamondz
2 months ago
“

Spencer Dental had a very kind and caring staff. They were very knowledgeable and informative about my treatment plan.

Review from Google

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Questions about this practice

What orthodontic treatments does Spencer Dental & Braces offer?+
Spencer Dental & Braces offers: Early Treatment, Traditional Braces.
Does Spencer Dental & Braces accept dental insurance?+
Spencer Dental & Braces accepts ADI/Dentaquest, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Carecredit, Careington, and others.
Does Spencer Dental & Braces offer free consultations?+
Yes, Spencer Dental & Braces offers a free initial orthodontic consultation. Call (804) 885-2703 or book online to schedule.
Is Spencer Dental & Braces accepting new patients?+
Spencer Dental & Braces is currently welcoming new patients in Richmond, VA. Call (804) 885-2703 or book online to schedule.
Where is Spencer Dental & Braces located?+
Spencer Dental & Braces is located at 4722 N Southside Plz. Get directions: https://maps.google.com/?cid=3893277773107486943&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA
What are the office hours for Spencer Dental & Braces?+
Spencer Dental & Braces office hours: Mon 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Tue 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Wed 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Thu 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Sat 9:00 AM–2:00 PM, Sun Closed–Closed.
Does Spencer Dental & Braces offer payment plans?+
Yes, Spencer Dental & Braces offers flexible payment plans to make orthodontic treatment affordable.
Who are the orthodontists at Spencer Dental & Braces?+
Spencer Dental & Braces is staffed by Dr. NICOLE KIM --.
What is the patient rating for Spencer Dental & Braces?+
Spencer Dental & Braces has a 4.1-star rating based on 798 patient reviews on Google.
How long has Spencer Dental & Braces been in practice?+
Spencer Dental & Braces has been providing orthodontic care since 2002, serving the Richmond, VA community for over 24 years.

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4722 N Southside Plz
Richmond, VA 23224
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Est. 2002
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Sat9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
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