Dr. Richard S. Downey, MD

Between the late-blooming rose gardens and the vintage bungalows, the north end of Rutledge hums with a quiet rhythm of its own. Dr. Richard S. Downey, MD, keeps one of the neighborhood’s most practical stops for dental care. Whether it’s a cracked molar, persistent ache, or the twice-yearly cleanings, downtown Springfield gets handled a few blocks north. Cleanings, fillings, crowns, and simple extractions top the regular list, all within the same quiet building. Orthodontic retainers and night guards find a home here too, alongside basic exams and X-rays. Patients come and go with the kinds of concerns that don’t need fanfare—just reliable work and a local vibe. The practice sits at 751 N Rutledge St Springfield, IL 62702, the kind of address locals memorize for quick visits rather than landmarks. To set an appointment or swing by, call (217) 782-5878. Need a route? Tap the map link below for step-by-step directions: https://www.google.com/maps/place?ftid=0x887539d16f2f23cd:0x974e3f1014c7792a.