Convenient Access from Forest
Roughly 23 minutes down SR 53 from Forest, Infinity Dental cares for families across northeast Hardin County from its office in Kenton. If your household needs a dentist in Forest, OH who can keep up with ball games, spring soccer tournaments and busy work schedules, our two dentists offer family checkups, cosmetic touch-ups and prompt help when a tooth gets chipped or knocked loose.
Begin at the Forest-Jackson Public Library on West Lima Street, head a few yards west, then pick up SR 53 by way of Warehouse Street and Mad River Street. From there SR 53 runs south-southwest for nearly 12 miles, passing through Patterson before it reaches Kenton. Turn east onto E Columbus St (SR 67) and continue less than a mile to 965 E Columbus St, Kenton, OH 43326, about 12.8 miles from the library. Saving our location on Google Maps makes the trip easy for anyone in the family who drives.
Dunkirk, about seven miles away, is another northern Hardin village we serve. Closer to home, Lima Street, which carries SR 37, runs through downtown Forest and meets SR 53 near the library.
Why Forest Families Make Room for Us on the Calendar
Forest grew up around the railroad. Its post office opened in 1854, the village was platted the next year when the tracks arrived, and it was incorporated in 1865. The name most likely comes from the woods that covered the original town site. About 1,350 people lived in the village at the 2020 census.
The village's park system says a lot about local life. Gormley Park along Mary Street has walking trails, a playground, ball diamonds, tennis, basketball and sand volleyball courts, a stocked pond and three pavilions, and it hosts the Tree Town Festival each July. The village parks and recreation page lists the details.
With that much activity, schedules fill fast. Our office opens at 8:00 AM on Thursdays and stays open until 5:00 PM Monday through Wednesday, which gives parents several ways to fit in a visit. When an exam finds something that needs attention, our dentists offer same-day treatment whenever possible, saving a second drive down SR 53.
Parents tend to put their own dental care last when the calendar is packed with practices. A skipped cleaning seems harmless, but plaque hardens into tartar that only a professional cleaning removes, and early gum inflammation rarely hurts. Booking a parent's cleaning in the same block as the kids' visits keeps everyone on track without adding another trip.
Sports, Smiles and Dental Care for Forest Kids and Teens
Youth soccer is a big deal here. The Ranger Sports Complex on Dixon Street, built on the site of a former elementary school, is home to the Riverdale Youth Soccer Club and hosts the Riverdale Spring Classic Soccer Tournament each May. Add baseball, softball and basketball at Gormley Park, and it is easy to see why chipped and loosened teeth come up in Forest households.
Small chips on front teeth can often be repaired with dental bonding, a tooth-colored resin that is shaped and polished to match the rest of the tooth. Larger breaks may need a crown, and a hard hit that reaches the nerve can call for a root canal to save the tooth.
Teens and adults who want a brighter smile for prom, graduation or a new job can ask about Zoom® teeth whitening. Our dentists first check for cavities or worn enamel, since whitening works best on healthy teeth and does not change the color of existing fillings or crowns.
Mouth injuries are not limited to organized sports. Bike falls, trampolines and playground tumbles chip plenty of teeth too. Keeping our number saved in your phone, and knowing the office provides same-day emergency care when possible during regular hours, takes some of the panic out of the moment.
Students in Forest attend Riverdale Local Schools, whose K-12 building near Mount Blanchard opened in 2004. Booking checkups around school breaks keeps class time free, and the intra-oral camera lets kids see their own teeth on the chairside monitor, which helps them take brushing seriously.
Services Families Want from a Dentist in Forest, OH
Family Dentistry
Our team sees children as young as one, along with their parents and grandparents. Keeping the whole family in one practice makes reminders and scheduling simpler for Forest households.
Same-Day Emergency Care
A tooth knocked loose in a game, a cracked molar or a swollen jaw needs prompt attention. Call the office first so the team can prepare and work you in as quickly as possible.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Bonding, whitening, veneers and contouring can repair a sports chip or simply refresh a smile. Our dentists explain what each option can realistically achieve before you decide.
Root Canal Therapy
An injury or deep decay can damage the nerve inside a tooth. A root canal removes the inflamed tissue, seals the tooth and lets you keep it rather than losing it.
Meet Your Kenton Dental Team
Restorative and cosmetic dentistry are the clinical interests of Dr. Herman Deol, DDS, who also enjoys golf and travel when he is away from the office. Dr. Abdul Wahed Homsi, BDS, puts patient education first, explaining each step in a gentle, evidence-based way. Assistants and hygienists round out a team that keeps visits calm and organized.
Insurance & Financing
The office works with UnitedHealthcare, Cigna and the other insurance companies on its finance and insurance list and files the claims on your behalf. A detailed cost breakdown comes before treatment. Cards, cash and checks are accepted, and flexible financing can help with what insurance does not cover.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Infinity Dental from Forest, and how do I get there?
The office is 12.8 miles from the Forest-Jackson Public Library, typically about 23 minutes behind the wheel. Follow SR 53 south-southwest through Patterson and into Kenton, then head east on E Columbus St (SR 67) to number 965. It is a one-highway trip for families wanting a dentist in Forest, OH, which makes appointments easy to plan.
How soon should my child be seen after a mouth injury?
Right away if a permanent tooth is knocked out, loose or badly broken, and within a day or two for a minor chip. Call the office as soon as you can after the injury. Even when a tooth looks fine, a hard hit can damage the nerve, so our dentists may take x-rays and recheck it at a follow-up visit.
Will whitening change the color of my crowns or fillings?
No, whitening only lightens natural tooth enamel, so crowns, veneers and tooth-colored fillings keep their current shade. If you have visible restorations on your front teeth, our dentists will talk through the order of treatment. Often that means whitening first and then matching any new or replacement work to your brighter natural color.
How can I help my kids avoid cavities between checkups?
Brushing twice a day with fluoride toothpaste and flossing once a day are the biggest steps. Limiting sugary drinks and sticky snacks, especially between meals, helps too, because frequent sipping keeps teeth bathed in acid. Sealants on the back teeth and regular cleanings add another layer of protection that our team can review at each visit.
Do you file claims with UnitedHealthcare or Cigna?
Yes, UnitedHealthcare and Cigna are both on the list of insurance companies our office works with. The team submits the claim for you and shares a detailed cost breakdown before treatment begins. If you are between plans or uninsured, new patients without gum disease can start with the $149 cleaning, exam and x-ray offer.
Schedule Your Visit from Forest
Your next checkup, whitening visit or chipped-tooth repair starts with a call to 419-848-0722. Households who want a dentist in Forest, OH with an 8:00 AM Thursday start and two experienced dentists will find a friendly team ready to help. Explore other nearby villages on our areas we serve page, or visit the Dentist Kenton, OH page for more about the practice.