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Dr. Ralph Lemus Anderson, D.D.S.

Orthodontics

NPI: 1881913010

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Contact Information

Address

5500 MONUMENT AVE
SUITE R
Richmond, VA 23226

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Fax

(804) 258-5711

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Practice Details

Accepting new patients

Languages

English, Spanish

Patient Rating

4.9/ 5.0(98 reviews)

Rating sources

Healthgrades4.5 (8)
Google4.9 (90)

About This Provider

Dr. Ralph Anderson is an orthodontist in Richmond, VA with 16 years of experience helping patients of all ages achieve healthy, beautiful smiles. He offers a full range of treatments including traditional braces for children, teens, and adults, as well as clear aligner options like A+ Aligners and 3M Clarity Aligners. Dr. Anderson uses advanced technology such as the Dental-Monitoring App and ScanBox to provide the best care possible in a comfortable, family-friendly setting. He is fluent in English and Spanish, and is actively accepting new patients. As a former U.S. Army Captain and volunteer with organizations like the Leukemia Society, Dr. Anderson is deeply committed to serving his community.

Specialties

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    OrthodonticsPrimary

    Alignment of teeth and jaws, braces and clear aligners

Education & Training

  • Orthodontic Residency, University of Louisville School of Dentistry
  • D.D.S., Medical College of Virginia at Virginia Commonwealth University School of Dentistry
  • Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Hampton University

Credential: D.D.S.

NPI registered: 05/27/2010

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Areas of Focus

Teeth straightening and alignment for young childrenBraces and teeth straightening for pre-teens and teensBraces for adultsClear aligner therapyA+ Aligners3M Clarity AlignersInvisalignRetainersCorrective Jaw SurgerySleep Apnea Therapy

Technology & Equipment

  • A+ Aligners System (in-office, doctor-driven)
  • Dental-Monitoring App
  • ScanBox
  • Invisalign
  • 3M Clarity Aligners
  • Metal braces
  • Ceramic braces
  • Gold braces

Professional Memberships

  • American Association of Orthodontists
  • Southern Association of Orthodontists
  • Virginia Dental Association
  • Peter B. Ramsey Dental Society
  • Old Dominion Dental Society
  • Continental Orthodontic Study Club (Past 2 time President)
  • Apollonia Dental Study Club (Past President)
  • Metropolitan Academy of Dentistry (Past President)

Awards & Recognition

  • First African-American to complete the orthodontic residency program at the University of Louisville School of Dentistry

Beyond the Office

Volunteer with Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.

Volunteer with the Leukemia Society

Massey Cancer Center (Past Advisory Board Member)

Enjoys football, golf, and video games

Followed in his father's footsteps to pursue a career in orthodontics

Served as a Captain in the U.S. Army

Started working with his father in 1997

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