The office ofDrs. Duff & Coxis run on Christian values. We believe in treating our patients as we would want to be treated. We do our best to give everyone special treatment as if they were the only patient in the office. Our practice is respectful of all patients regardless of race, religion, creed or gender. We are called to serve our patients and to provide them with the highest quality of dental care in a family friendly environment. We are proud to say that we have served many generations at this location for over fifty years. We want our office to be a place that you would refer your family, friends and co-workers for their dental treatment.

A standard of excellence in personalized dental care enables us to provide the quality dental services our patients deserve. We provide comprehensive treatment planning and use restorative and cosmetic dentistry to achieve your optimal dental health. Should a dental emergency occur, we make every effort to see and care for you as soon as possible.

As a practice, we are true believers thatpreventive careandeducationare the keys to optimal dental health. We strive to provide dental health care vs. disease care. Thats why we focus on thorough exams checking the overall health of your teeth and gums, performing oral cancer exams, and taking x-rays when necessary. We also know that routine cleanings, flossing, sealants, and fluoride are all helpful in preventing dental disease. Not only are we focused on the beauty of your smile, were also concerned about your health. A review of your medical history can help us stay informed of your overall health, any new medications, and any illnesses that may impact your dental health.

Infection control in our office is also very important to us. To protect our patients and ourselves, we strictly maintain sterilization and cross contamination processes using standards recommended by the American Dental Association (ADA), the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and the Center for Disease Control (CDC).

As your dental health professionals, we want you to be confident knowing that we are a team of highly trained and skilled clinicians. We pride ourselves in providing the care you need to keep your smile healthy. To give you the best possible service and results, we are committed to continual education and learning. We attend dental lectures, meetings, and dental conventions to stay informed of new techniques, the latest products, and the newest equipment that a modern dental office can utilize to provide state-of-the-art dental care. Also, being members of various professional dental associations helps us to stay abreast of the changes and recommendations for our profession.

Building a foundation of trust by treating our patients as special individuals is vital to our success. We understand how uneasy some patients may feel about their dental visits, and how we can make a difference in providing a relaxing and positive experience. Our entire team is dedicated to providing you with excellent, personalized care and service to make your visits as comfortable and pleasant as possible.

Skill and compassion go hand in hand when providing exceptional patient care. As dental professionals, Dr.'s Duff, Cox and Richardson stay up to date on the latest advancements in dentistry in order to provide the most current treatment options for their patients. They recognize their patients are unique individuals who have placed a great deal of trust in their dental team. They also value each and every patient relationship.

Dr. Duff grew up right here in Richmond, Virginia. After graduating from The Collegiate Schools in 1982, he attended The University of Georgia receiving a B.S. in Chemistry. He returned to Richmond to work in an agricultural laboratory as a soil chemist. In 1987, he married his college sweetheart, Cheryl and then began his dental career the following year at The Medical College of Virginia. Upon completion of his dental degree in 1992, he became an associate in the practice with his father, J. Scott Duff, Jr. and Dr. Rob Cox. He was a part-time instructor at the MCV/VCU Dental school from 1994-2000. He is a member of the American Dental Association, Richmond Dental Association, and the Richmond Interdisciplinary Dental Study club.

In his spare time Dr. Duff enjoys family time with his wife, Cheryl and his two sons, Jay and Christopher. He is an active member of River Road Presbyterian Church. He loves to participate in all sports, but especially loves sailing/racing on their beach catamaran, biking, and woodworking.

Dr. Cox was born and raised in South Boston, Virginia. He graduated from Hampden-Sydney College in 1980 with a B.S. in Chemistry and then from The Medical College of Virginia School of Dentistry in 1984. He then went into the United States Navy as a Lieutenant in the Dental Corps and was stationed in Orlando, Florida and then in Sabana Seca, Puerto Rico. Dr. Cox returned to Richmond in 1987 as an associate with Dr. Scott Duff, Jr. on Grove Avenue. He became a full partner in the practice in 1990. Dr. Duffs son, Scott III, joined the practice in 1992, and after Dr. Duff, Jr. retired in 2000, Dr. Cox and Dr. Duff III formed their own practice as J. Scott Duff III, DDS and Robert Y. Cox, DDS, LTD.

Dr. Cox is happily married to his wife, Kathie Tennent! He has four children, Lauren, Wilson, Garland, and Anari. Dr. Cox is active at Third Presbyterian Church, volunteers his time at CrossOver Health Clinic and enjoys time with his friends and small group.

Dr. Anna Moore Richardson has moved here with her husband from Alabama where she was a general dentist as well as working in a pediatric office.Dr. Richardson did her undergrad at the University of Virginia and graduated from VCU School of Dentistry in 2015. She then completed two years of post-graduate training at UVA, where she did a residency in a hospital-based training program. Dr. Richardson was the recipient of the VCU School of Dentistry Oral Pathology Award in 2015 and the Merit Scholarship award from 2011-2015.

Dr. Richardsons interests include spending time with her little girl,hiking in the Blue Ridge Mountains, training for a marathon, skiing on smooth water and the Rocky Mountains. She is always dreaming about her next destination.

At the core of our dental practice is a friendly team of professionals that are dedicated to your utmost comfort and optimal oral health. We view each patient as a unique individual and tailor each treatment to your specific needs.

As part of our commitment to providing close, personalized attention to every patient, we want to encourage patient communication. Please know that we are here to provide outstanding patient care and that we value the trust you have placed in us.