Dr. James Rutledge - Dentist Virginia Beach

Excellent dentistry should last a lifetime.

At the office of James Rutledge, DDS, MAGD, in Virginia Beach, you will find that dentistry can be a positive experience where you feel heard and are put at ease. Since dental care should be as long-lasting as possible, you will experience our deep commitment to prevention in oral care, and when treatment is necessary, your dental repairs should be lifelong solutions whenever possible.

Conservative, Minimally Invasive, and Predictable.

When you visit the office of Dr. James Rutledge, Dentist in Virginia Beach, you will experience a conservative, minimally invasive approach toward dentistry. The best dentistry is predictable—achievable and accessible for nearly everyone, results in few complications, and has little need for repeated procedures. You will benefit from a variety of modern methods to ensure your comfort.

A Collaborative Mindset Keeps You in Control.

Patients should understand treatment options, priorities, risks, and self-care. You know yourself better than anyone, and with guidance and education, you are the best person to make decisions on how to fit your dental care into your life and budget. We will collaborate with you and help ensure you fully understand all treatment options. You will be treated with compassion, understanding, and any questions and concerns you may have will be fully addressed by our attentive team.

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Dentist in Virginia Beach

Our dental office in Virginia Beach provides a variety of services, including cosmetic restorative, and preventive dentistry. We are experts is developing custom solutions for the most complex dental problems and concerns.

Jennifer Roberts

Dr. Rutledge and his staff are both professional and kind. They are extremely welcoming and personable. I feel very confident in their abilities of providing excellent dental care, and I would recommend them to anyone looking for a dentist in the area

- Jennifer Roberts

Phyllis W.

First visit I was warmly greeted by staff and Dr. My hygienist took time to know me and my concerns. She was very experienced and good at what she does. Thank you Karen! See you next time!

- Phyllis W.

Deborah C.

Very understanding and patient. Spent a lot of time getting to know me before ever looking in my mouth. I’m going back to take care of the problems I’ve let linger for far too long.

- Deborah C.

Is Undiagnosed TMD Causing You Neck And Shoulder Pain?

September 9, 2020

Do you have frequent headaches or migraines, earaches or tinnitus, tender jaw muscles, or a dull aching facial pain? Do you often have neck and shoulder pain? Does your jaw lock or stray to one side when you open your mouth? These aches and pains may be related to the jaw joint, called the temporomandibular joint or “TMJ,” and the muscles that work to move the joint. These painful conditions are often called “TMD” for temporomandibular disorders.

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