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Clinic Type

Dentistry

Address

Real Life Dental – Blacksburg, 250 South Main St., Suite 212, Blacksburg, VA 24060

Phone

(540) 552-5433

Email

Opening Hours

Hours: Monday – Thursday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Friday Closed

Emergency Care

Emergency dental care mentioned under general dentistry

Services Offered

  • General and family dentistry
  • Cosmetic dentistry
  • Restorative dentistry
  • Emergency dental care
  • Invisalign
  • Porcelain dental veneers
  • Teeth whitening
  • Same-day dental crowns
  • Dentures and partials
  • Root canal therapy
  • Tooth-colored dental fillings
  • Dental cleanings and exams
  • Dental X-rays
  • Gum disease treatment
  • Preventive care
  • TMJ treatment
  • iTero Digital Scanning (imaging)

Technology & Equipment

  • iTero Digital Scanning
  • Digital imaging

Team

  • Dr. Marquez, DDS, Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) Residency, Technology Award in digital dentistry (2023) — Dentist
  • Dr. Luis Contreras, Dentist (D.D.S./D.M.D. – details not specified) — Dentist

Insurance & Payment

  • variety of dental insurance plans

Real Life Dental accepts a variety of dental insurance plans; a financial team available to discuss coverage and financing options.

Cash, Checks, Credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover), CareCredit Financing, Sunbit Financing – Blacksburg, 5% courtesy discount for treatments over $1,000 when paid in full at start of treatment, Credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover)

Financing: CareCredit Financing; Sunbit Financing – Blacksburg

Savings plan: Dental savings plan available for more access to treatments; plans and coverage vary

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Spanish (Dr. Marquez fluent)
  • Spanish

FAQs

Do you accept dental insurance and how do I understand coverage?

Real Life Dental accepts a variety of dental insurance plans and provides financial options. Please connect with our financial team to understand treatments covered.

What payment methods do you accept?

Cash, Checks, Credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover), CareCredit Financing, Sunbit Financing – Blacksburg.

Is there a discount if I pay upfront?

Yes, a 5% courtesy discount for treatments over $1,000 when paid in full at the start of your treatment.

Do you offer a dental savings plan if I don’t have insurance?

Yes, we offer a dental savings plan at an affordable rate; plans and coverage vary.

What are the office hours?

Hours: Monday – Thursday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.; Friday Closed.

Awards & Accreditations

  • Technology Award for digital dentistry (Dr. Marquez)
  • Best of the New River Valley dental offices (as voted by The Roanoke Times)

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What Patients Say

Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed

  • Birdeye (Cook Family Dentistry): 4.3/5 (95 reviews)
  • Best Local Reviews (New River Valley Dental): 4.9/5 (100 ratings)
  • WebMD (Dr. Steven Brofsky): 3.0/5 (16 ratings)
  • Vitals (Dr. Wallace L. Huff): 4.2/5 (13 ratings)
  • Demandforce (Justin Tebbenkamp): 5/5 (1334 reviews)

Patients praise

  • Friendly, professional, and knowledgeable dental staff and clinicians
  • Comfortable, clean, and modern office environments
  • Effective communication and clear explanations of dental procedures
  • Efficient scheduling, including quick availability for emergencies
  • Strong emphasis on patient comfort and alleviating dental anxiety

Common complaints

  • Complaints regarding office staff behavior, including rudeness or communication issues
  • Concerns over appointment scheduling, including frequent cancellations and long wait times
  • Reports of unexpected costs or disagreements over recommended treatment plans
  • Isolated negative clinical experiences, such as discomfort during procedures or perceived poor outcomes

"The best part is hands down Caitlyn my hygienist!! She is gentle, caring, kind, and does a very good job of explaining what she is doing as she is doing it!"

Cook Family Dentistry patient review

"Wonderful dentist and such a sweet guy but the office staff is horrible and rude... Don't know how such a nice man has people like them working for him."

Dr. Wallace L. Huff patient review

"DO NOT GO TO THIS PRACTICE! I recently moved to the area and I went for my first visit... the dental hygienist advised I needed a cleaning procedure costing over $1,000 and possibly a crown."

New River Valley Dental Care patient review

Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].

Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.

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