Convenient Access from Ridgeway
Two state routes and about 19 minutes separate Ridgeway from Infinity Dental in Kenton. Anyone weighing options for a dentist in Ridgeway, OH will find our office on E Columbus St (SR 67), a short way east of downtown Kenton. We care for adults, children and older patients, including gum care and saving natural teeth whenever we can.
Start at the Ridgeway Branch of the Ridgemont Public Library on South Main Street and head north on Main, which doubles as SR 292. After about eight miles SR 292 meets SR 31, and the final mile and a half on SR 31 brings you into Kenton. Turn east onto E Columbus St (SR 67) and drive a little under a mile to 965 E Columbus St, Kenton, OH 43326. In all it is roughly 10.4 miles, and our Google Maps listing will load the turns onto your phone.
Ridgeway is a village of about 314 people that straddles the county line, with roughly two-thirds of residents on the Hardin County side and the rest in Logan County. Mount Victory, home of the shared Ridgemont schools, is about three miles away, and Rushsylvania is roughly six miles off. Whichever side of the line you live on, the trip to our office is the same.
Why Ridgeway Households Drive Up to Kenton for Care
Ridgeway was laid out in 1851 when the railroad was extended to the area, and it took its name from the Ridgeway family, the original owners of the town site. The village was incorporated in 1858 under the name West Ridgeway, and its post office has carried the shorter name since 1865. Today it remains a quiet place where State Route 292 doubles as the main street.
The local library has its own long story. The village library began in 1938 in a basement locker room of the old school, joined the Mount Victory library in 1974 to form the Ridgemont Public Library, and settled at its current Main Street building in 1990. Hours and programs for the branch are listed on the Ridgemont Public Library website.
Driving in for care means each appointment should accomplish as much as possible. Our team tries to complete needed work during the same visit as your exam or cleaning, offering same-day treatment whenever possible so one trip does more. It is a simple idea, but it saves you a second drive up SR 292.
The office also suits patients who feel uneasy in the chair. Our team checks in throughout treatment, you can watch a favorite movie while you sit back, and the intra-oral camera puts pictures of your own teeth on a monitor so you see exactly what we see.
Hours are straightforward to plan around. The office is open 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday through Wednesday and 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM on Thursday. That early Thursday start suits anyone who would rather take care of a filling or cleaning before the workday gets going, while afternoon slots earlier in the week work well for those who prefer a slower morning at home.
Gum Health Matters for Ridgeway Adults
Gum disease often develops quietly. Early signs include gums that bleed when you brush or floss, redness, tenderness and, over time, gums that pull back from the teeth. Because it rarely hurts at first, many adults do not notice anything until a dentist measures the small pockets around each tooth.
When gum disease is caught early, a thorough cleaning and better home care can often turn it around. Deeper pockets may call for scaling and root planing, a careful cleaning below the gumline that removes hardened buildup from the root surfaces so the gums can heal. Our team explains what the gum measurements mean, so you always know where your gums stand.
Healthy gums matter beyond the mouth as well. Gum disease is a leading reason adults lose teeth, and keeping inflammation under control protects the bone that holds every tooth in place. Our team monitors gum health at routine visits for exactly that reason.
For patients who have already lost teeth, protecting the remaining ones is the first goal. When replacement is needed, our dentists compare dentures and partials with fixed options such as bridges and implants, and they lay out the trade-offs in plain language.
Gum treatment is also where technology helps most. Digital x-rays show bone levels around each tooth, and comparing images from one visit to the next tells our dentists whether treatment is working. Patients see those images on the chairside monitor, which makes the progress, or the problem, easy to understand.
Treatment Options When You Need a Dentist in Ridgeway, OH
Periodontal & Gum Treatments
From deep cleanings to follow-up care, gum care is tailored to how far the problem has progressed. Ridgeway adults who have noticed bleeding or receding gums can get a clear answer and a plan.
General & Preventative Dentistry
Cleanings, exams and digital x-rays are the foundation of everything else we do. Staying on schedule keeps small issues small and helps avoid emergency trips later.
Root Canal Therapy
When decay or a crack reaches the nerve, a root canal can clear the infection and keep the natural tooth. The tooth is numbed first, and our team checks on your comfort throughout.
Tooth Extractions
Some teeth are too damaged to repair, and removing them protects the rest of your mouth. Our dentists explain the healing process and replacement options before the appointment.
Restorative Dentistry
Fillings, crowns and bridges rebuild worn or broken teeth so you can chew comfortably again. Each plan starts with a look at your whole mouth, not just the tooth that hurts.
Meet Your Kenton Dental Team
Dr. Abdul Wahed Homsi, BDS, served as Chief Resident during his Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency in the United States, training across prosthodontics, oral surgery, implant dentistry and endodontics. He favors an evidence-based, gentle style and takes time to teach patients about their own mouths. Dr. Herman Deol, DDS, brings a clinical focus on root canals, crowns, bridges and implants.
Insurance & Financing
Our team handles insurance claims and lays out a detailed cost breakdown before any treatment begins. Medical Mutual and Anthem are two of the carriers on the office's list. New patients with a specific concern can book the $99 limited exam and x-ray, and flexible financing helps with costs that coverage leaves behind.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Infinity Dental from Ridgeway, and how do I get there?
Expect about 19 minutes and roughly 10.4 miles from the center of Ridgeway. Head north on SR 292, join SR 31 into Kenton, then turn onto E Columbus St (SR 67) and drive east to number 965. Patients searching for a dentist in Ridgeway, OH appreciate that the trip stays on state routes nearly the whole way.
Can gum disease be reversed?
In its earliest stage, gingivitis, yes. Professional cleanings and steady brushing and flossing at home can bring inflamed gums back to health. Once the disease has damaged bone, it can be controlled but not fully undone, which is why regular exams matter. Treatment such as scaling and root planing helps stop it from getting worse.
Can an infected tooth heal on its own?
No, an infected tooth will not heal by itself, even if the pain fades for a while. The infection usually keeps spreading inside the tooth and can cause swelling in the gum or face. Treatment is typically a root canal or an extraction, and swelling or severe pain qualifies for same-day emergency care when possible.
I haven't been to a dentist in years. Where do I start?
Start with a full exam and x-rays, or a limited exam if something already hurts. There is no judgment here, only a clear picture of where things stand. Our dentists review your whole mouth, then build a step-by-step plan with costs, beginning with anything urgent and spacing the rest to fit your schedule and budget.
How much does a first visit cost without insurance?
New patients without insurance and without gum disease can get a cleaning, exam and standard x-rays for $149. If you only need one problem checked, the $99 limited exam and x-ray covers a focused exam and treatment recommendations. Either way, our team gives you a cost breakdown before any further treatment is scheduled.
Schedule Your Visit from Ridgeway
Ridgeway patients on either side of the county line can set up a visit with one call to 419-848-0722. Our front desk will match you with a time that suits your week, whether you need a checkup, gum care or a tooth that has been bothering you. It is the easiest way to start with a dentist in Ridgeway, OH households can reach in under 20 minutes. Explore other nearby towns on our communities we serve page, or read about the office on the Dentist Kenton, OH page.