Full-Service Dentistry for the Whole Family
Comfort-Focused North Richland Family Dentist
Complete Dental Care and Support for Every Smile
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Preventive and Restorative Family Dentistry
Routine Teeth Cleanings
Children’s & Teen Dentistry
Restorative Dental Treatment
Convenient Locations for Tri-Cities Families
Family First Dental supports dental health care for families in North Richland and the surrounding area. We provide cleaning, dental exams, restorative care, and practical guidance for children, teens, adults and seniors.
How We Protect Your Family Smiles
- Gentle Visits for Young Patients: We help children feel more at ease with calm explanations and a friendly approach.
- Prevention for Growing Teeth: We support young smiles with exams, cleanings, fluoride guidance, and sealant recommendations.
- Clear Guidance for Parents: We explain what we see, what it means, and which next steps may help.
- Healthy Habits Between Visits: We help children and teens build stronger brushing, flossing, and nutrition habits.
We Provide:
- Routine Dental Cleanings
- Preventive Dental Exams
- Children’s Dental Care
- Teen Oral Health Support
- Cavity & Filling Evaluations
- Gum Health Screenings
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Speak with our team today to schedule your first appointment. We provide personalized dental care for the whole family.
How Our Process Works
Experience friendly, full-service dental care close to home. With five convenient Tri-Cities locations, we help children, teens, adults, and seniors feel confident in their care at every visit.
Schedule Your First Appointment
Contact our team to request a cleaning or exam, or to discuss your dental concerns. We secure a convenient appointment time for you and answer any questions you may have.
Receive a Dental Exam
We evaluate your teeth, gums, and oral health using modern diagnostic tools like digital X-rays and intraoral imaging. Then we review the results and create a treatment plan that prioritizes your comfort and well-being.
Review Your Treatment Plan
Our team recommends care, walks you through your options, and helps you make an informed decision based on your oral health needs and long-term comfort.
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Meet Your Dentist
Dr. Richard Weatherill
Dr. Richard Weatherill is a gentle, compassionate dentist who takes time to understand each patient’s life, oral health goals, and unique needs before recommending treatment. He finds deep fulfillment in helping patients chew comfortably, move out of dental pain, improve their smiles, and feel better about their daily lives. Dr. Weatherill is committed to ongoing education and continually expanding his clinical skills as dental materials, techniques, and technology evolve. In 2025, he received a prestigious Mastership Award from the Academy of General Dentistry after completing more than 1,300 hours of continuing education since graduating from dental school in 2006, an honor earned by fewer than 2% of general dentists. Outside the office, Dr. Weatherill enjoys spending time with his wife, Angela, and their two daughters at the beach, the park, or the swimming pool.
- Academy of General Dentistry — Mastership Award, 2025
- 1,300+ CE Hours — Advanced Continuing Education
- Dental School Graduate — Class of 2006
- Gentle, Goal-Based Care — Personalized Treatment for Each Patient
Frequently Asked Questions
Common Questions for North Richland Family Dentists
What is included in family dentistry?
Family dentistry includes preventive and restorative dental services for patients at different stages of life. A family dental office may provide exams, cleanings, digital X-rays, cavity checks, fillings, gum health evaluations, tooth pain assessments, and treatment planning for children, teens, adults, and seniors. At Family First Dental, our North Richland family dentistry team helps households manage routine care and dental concerns in one familiar setting.
How often should my family schedule dental cleanings?
Many children and adults benefit from dental cleanings about every six months, but some patients may need a different schedule based on gum health, cavity risk, medical history, braces, dry mouth, or past dental concerns. Regular family dental cleanings help remove plaque and tartar, check for early changes, and give each person in your household guidance that fits their needs.
How can family dentistry help prevent cavities and gum disease?
Family dentistry helps prevent cavities and gum disease through regular exams, professional cleanings, digital imaging when needed, fluoride guidance, gum health checks, and better home-care routines. These visits allow our team to monitor plaque buildup, bleeding gums, tooth wear, early decay, and other concerns before they become more difficult to treat. Preventive dental care is especially helpful when different family members have different risks and habits.
When do teenagers need dental care?
Teenagers need dental care for routine cleanings, cavity checks, wisdom tooth monitoring, sports-related dental concerns, orthodontic hygiene, gum health, and changes related to diet or busy schedules. Teens may also need extra guidance if they wear braces or clear aligners, grind their teeth, drink frequent sports drinks, or have tooth sensitivity. A family dentist can help teenagers stay on track as they become more responsible for their own oral health.
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