About Our Father and Son Team
We believe in combining old-school values—like truly getting to know our patients—with the latest in modern dental technology, all in a warm and welcoming environment. Whether it’s been six months or six years since your last dental visit, we’re glad you’re here—and we would be honored to be your dental home.
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Richard S. Vacca, DDS
For more than three decades, Dr. Richard Vacca has cared for his community with gratitude, compassion, and a deep dedication to his patients’ overall health. Over the years, he has had the privilege of caring for generations of families throughout greater Richmond — relationships built on trust, consistency, and genuine connection. His long-standing recognition as one of Central Virginia’s Top Dentists™ by Virginia Living and among the top five “Best Dentists in Richmond” in the Richmond Times-Dispatch reader polls (2023–2025) reflects the confidence his patients place in him year after year.
Dr. Vacca received his undergraduate degree from Virginia Tech and is a devoted Hokie fan! He earned his dental degree from the Medical College of Virginia School of Dentistry and completed a hospital-based General Practice Residency at Michael Reese Hospital and Medical Center in Chicago. Dr. Vacca has over 35 years of experience in general and cosmetic dentistry and advanced training in treating mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea with dental appliances.
Dr. Vacca and his wife Diane (also Va. Tech Class of 1984) live in Midlothian and have three sons: Joe and his wife Kara (both Va. Tech Class of 2012); Will and his wife Chelsea (both Va. Tech Class of 2014 and VCU School of Dentistry Class of 2018); Dominic (Va. Tech Class of 2017, and Edward via College of Osteopathic Medicine Class of 2022).
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William R. Vacca, DDS
Dr. William Vacca joined Vacca Family Dentistry in the fall of 2021, continuing a legacy of care alongside his father. Since then, the practice has been consistently recognized among the Top 5 Dental Practices in Richmond in the Richmond Times-Dispatch annual reader poll — three years running and counting — a testament to the trust and support of the community they proudly serve.
Dr. William Vacca was born and raised in Midlothian. He graduated Magna Cum Laude from Virginia Tech where he majored in Biological Sciences and earned a minor in Spanish. He earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from VCU School of Dentistry and graduated in 2019. During his time in dental school, he became involved in the school's intramural sports, including softball, basketball, flag football, volleyball, and others. His graduating class of 2019 won over 8 university championships!
Following dental school, Dr. Vacca continued his education with a hospital-based General Practice Residency at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center in Newark, NJ where he served as Chief Resident. There, he gained advanced training in a broad range of dental procedures for individuals of all ages and from all stages of life.
Outside of dentistry, you‘ll likely find Will and Chelsea enjoying time outdoors, all Hokie sports, and exploring all that neighborhoods like Rockett’s Landing, The Fan, and Scott’s Addition have to offer. Dr. Vacca also enjoys running, fishing, golfing and relaxing with family and friends.
