Dr. Rick Perkins grew up in Vienna, Virginia. He and his wife, a Wyoming native, currently call Midlothian, Virginia home. They are the parents of three daughters.

Dr. Perkins received his dental degree from the Medical College of Virginia School of Dentistry in 1990. After graduation, he remained at the school as a part time clinical instructor for nearly seven years. Because of his love of education, he enjoys spending time with his patients to answer all of their questions. "Teeth are made to last a lifetime." he says. "Most dental problems today are unnecessary. With today's technology, there is very little that can't be done."

Dr. Perkins enjoys woodworking, music, aviation, and the outdoors. "Life's too short to limit yourself to only a few hobbies. I'd like to try (almost) everything once".