Convenient Access from Hilliard
Families searching for a dentist in Hilliard, OH usually want two things: appointments that start early and a drive that doesn't swallow the whole morning. Infinity Dental, our northwest Columbus office, opens at 7:00 AM Monday through Thursday and sits about 18 minutes from Hilliard City Hall. Dr. Woody and our team see children as young as one, along with their parents and grandparents.
From City Hall at 3800 Municipal Way, head east on Cemetery Road, then bear northeast onto Hilliard-Cemetery Road. Jog south on Dublin Road for about half a mile, follow Fishinger Road east and turn north on Riverside Drive (US 33). Lane Road carries you east, Reed Road north, and West Henderson Road east to Winterset Drive and Old Henderson Road.
The whole trip covers 7.9 miles on surface streets, with no interstate and no tolls. Whether you set out from Old Hilliard or the subdivisions off Cemetery Road, Cemetery Road is the main east-west road toward Columbus. Our office is at 1234 Old Henderson Rd # A, Columbus, OH 43220, in the Olde Henderson Square plaza between Norwell Drive East and Ducrest Drive, about 0.2 mile from Kenny Road. Pull up Infinity Dental - Columbus on Google Maps before your first visit, and if you live nearer Dublin or Upper Arlington, those neighbors have pages of their own.
A Dentist in Hilliard, OH Families Can Grow Up With
Hilliard started as a railroad stop. John Reed Hilliard platted the town as a station stop on the Piqua and Indiana Railroad in 1853, and its original depot still stands in Weaver Park. The village incorporated in 1869 and became a Franklin County city in 1960, after three large subdivisions went up in the 1950s.
A second wave of growth followed the completion of the I-270 Outerbelt in the early 1970s, and the city counted more than 37,000 residents at the 2020 census. The city school district now runs 14 elementary schools, two sixth-grade schools, three middle schools and three high schools, which points to a city full of school-age families.
A practice that suits this city has to work for a toddler, a middle schooler with new molars and a parent who hasn't had a cleaning in two years, often in the same week. That is the kind of mix our office handles every day. Our child-friendly office, TVs during treatment and a team that explains each step help younger patients settle in, while adults get the same unhurried attention.
The office itself has deep roots. George P. Wick, DDS practiced at this location, and many patients still know the building by his name. Infinity Dental continues the welcoming care patients have trusted there since 1983, now with digital scanning in place of bulky impression trays for many restorations.
Free time here tends to happen outdoors. Homestead Park, a Metro Parks site on Cosgray Road, has a covered bridge, a train station replica and a fishing pond, and the 6.1-mile Heritage Rail Trail links it to Old Hilliard. The First Responders Park memorial at Center and Main streets anchors the old downtown. Kids who spend afternoons on bikes and scooters are also the kids who chip a front tooth, so it helps to know where to call.
What Hilliard Parents Should Weigh in a Family Dental Office
The first question most parents ask is timing. With a 7:00 AM start, a child's checkup can happen before the school day instead of pulling them out of class at midday. Our hours run Monday through Thursday, 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, so planning a few months ahead keeps everyone on schedule.
The second is prevention. The office recommends a first dental visit by a child's third birthday, and earlier is fine: we see children from age one. Back molars arrive with deep grooves that trap food, and thin protective sealants are a simple way to shield those surfaces during the cavity-prone school years.
The third is what happens when something goes wrong. A fall on the Heritage Rail Trail or a collision at practice can crack or loosen a tooth. The office provides same-day emergency care when available, so a quick call is the right first step after any dental injury.
Daily habits do most of the work between visits. Brushing twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste, flossing once the teeth touch and keeping sugary drinks to mealtimes protect young enamel far better than any single appointment can. Our hygienists can show children and parents how to brush the back molars properly, which is where most childhood cavities start.
Parents matter here too. Adults in busy households often put their own care last, and a skipped cleaning can turn into a filling or worse. Booking your visit right after your child's turns one trip into a family checkup.
Care for Hilliard Kids, Teens and Parents
Pediatric Dentistry
Dr. Woody has skills in pediatric dentistry and sees children from their first birthday onward. Early visits let kids get comfortable in the chair while he watches how teeth come in.
General & Preventative Dentistry
Cleanings, exams and x-rays form the backbone of family care. A registered dental hygienist handles the cleaning, and Dr. Woody follows with an exam to catch small problems while they are still small.
Orthodontics
Crowding and bite problems often become obvious in the middle school years. Our office offers orthodontic options, and an exam shows whether your teen is a good fit for treatment.
Same-Day Emergency Care
Knocked-out teeth, sudden toothaches and broken fillings rarely wait for a convenient day. Call as soon as it happens, and our team will look for the earliest opening.
Meet Your Columbus Dental Team
Dr. Muhammad Dawood Parekh, DDS, whom patients call Dr. Woody, is a general dentist who treats patients of every age. His clinical skills span pediatric dentistry, endodontics, prosthodontics and implant dentistry, so a Hilliard family can keep the kids' checkups and a parent's root canal under one roof. Registered dental hygienists Aimee Longmire and Mustafa Karshe handle cleanings.
Insurance & Financing
The office accepts most insurance plans and is a preferred provider with Delta Dental Premier; call to verify your coverage. New patients without insurance and without gum disease can book the $99 Cleaning, Exam & X-Ray. A flexible payment plan is available through our financial coordinator.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Infinity Dental from Hilliard, and how do I get there?
The office is 7.9 miles from Hilliard City Hall, about an 18-minute drive. Take Cemetery Road and Hilliard-Cemetery Road east, Fishinger Road to Riverside Drive (US 33), then Lane Road, Reed Road and West Henderson Road to Old Henderson Rd. Families who want a dentist in Hilliard, OH can reach us without using I-270 or paying a toll.
Can my kids have a 7:00 AM cleaning and still get to school on time?
Often, yes. Appointments begin at 7:00 AM Monday through Thursday, and the drive back to Hilliard takes about 18 minutes on surface roads. Rush-hour traffic on Riverside Drive and Cemetery Road adds time, so build in a cushion.
At what age can my child brush without my help?
Most children need a parent's help until about age seven or eight. Younger kids rarely have the hand control to reach the back molars or brush for a full two minutes. Let them start, then finish the job yourself. Our hygienists can show you both an easy technique at your child's next cleaning, and the office sees children from age one.
Why do my child's new front teeth look more yellow than the baby teeth?
This is usually normal. Permanent teeth contain more dentin, the yellowish layer beneath the enamel, so they often look darker next to bright white baby teeth. The contrast tends to fade once the remaining baby teeth fall out. Brown spots, chalky white patches or one tooth much darker than the rest should be checked at the next visit.
Are bite and crowding problems easier to fix when caught early?
Often, yes. Some bite problems are simpler to guide while a child's jaw is still growing, and spotting crowding early gives families time to plan. Regular checkups let Dr. Woody watch how adult teeth come in. If he sees an issue developing, he will explain the orthodontic options and the best timing for your child.
Schedule Your Visit from Hilliard
When you want a dentist in Hilliard, OH families can reach before the school bell, call 614-418-6336 to book a 7:00 AM visit. See every community we serve on our areas we serve page, or start at our Dentist Columbus, OH home page.