2026 Columbus family dentistry guide

Best Family Dentists in Columbus, OH

These Columbus practices list family or pediatric dentistry. Compare their Google ratings and review volume, and see how often patients mention children's visits and cleanings in their reviews.

5 of 10Columbus guide practices list family dental care
5with patient reviews mentioning it
6,683combined Google reviews
October 2026Last reviewed
5 verified practices
1Oak Creek Dental Care logo

Family Dentistry · Northland

Oak Creek Dental Care

G4.9

6865 Oak Creek Dr, Columbus, OH, 43229

Family DentistryCosmetic DentistryPreventive Care

Oak Creek Dental Care in Columbus, led by Dr. John Segnini and Dr. Paul Johnson, offers general, cosmetic, and family dental care. Featuring oral cancer screenings, porcelain veneers, TMJ/TMD treatment, fillings, and CEREC same-day crowns, Oak Creek Dental Care merges advanced equipment with a non-judgmental approach. They have a 4.9-star rating on Google and offer complimentary sedation to relieve any anxiety patients might feel about going to the dentist.

2Carroll Family Dental logo

Family Dentistry · Eastmoor

Carroll Family Dental

G4.9

2699 E Main St, Columbus, OH, 43209

Family DentistryCosmetic DentistryDental Implants

Combining modern techniques with a stellar 4.9 Google rating, Carroll Family Dental in Columbus is dedicated to creating bright, confident smiles. The team of Dr. Katie Carroll, Dr. Aaron Carroll, and Dr. Brad Kripke focuses on personalized cosmetic, family, and pediatric dental care, including bone grafting, braces, wisdom teeth extractions, implants, sleep apnea therapy, and more. They also utilize ultramodern technology such as digital X-rays and intraoral cameras.

3The Gentle Dentist logo

Family Dentistry · Worthington

The Gentle Dentist

G4.9

69 E Wilson Bridge Rd, Worthington, OH, 43085

Family DentistryRestorative DentistryCosmetic Dentistry

The Gentle Dentist has a 4.9-star Google rating and consists of Dr. Melissa Baker, Dr. Brooke Fox, Dr. Lori Cronin, Dr. Andrew Nash, Dr. Brittany Dexter, Dr. Warren Gall, and Dr. Lauren Bowman. They offer a variety of general, restorative, and cosmetic dental services, including same-day CEREC crowns, CBCT 3D imaging, dentures, fillings, and implants. Emphasizing patient comfort, The Gentle Dentist in Worthington offers massage chairs, pre-treatment visits, and transparent treatment conversations.

4Schumacher & Bauer logo

Family Dentistry · Clintonville

Schumacher & Bauer

G5.04.9

3600 Olentangy River Rd, #500B, Columbus, OH, 43214

Family DentistryCosmetic DentistryDental Implants

At Schumacher & Bauer in Columbus, Dr. Michael Schumacher and Dr. Theodore “Ted” Bauer provide family and cosmetic dental care in a modern and relaxing office. Their goal is to provide the short-term treatment patients need while educating them about long-term dental health. Their services include dental implants, root canal therapy, Invisalign, non-surgical gum therapy, and dentures. Schumacher & Bauer gets a 5-star Google rating for their caring and down-to-earth approach.

5Greentree Dental Group logo

Family Dentistry · Northwest Columbus

Greentree Dental Group

G5.05.0

2027 Henderson Rd, Columbus, OH, 43220

Family DentistryCosmetic DentistryRestorative Dentistry

Combining the latest technology and a caring, comfortable atmosphere, Greentree Dental Group in Columbus helps patients achieve lifelong dental health. Dr. Jody Kear, Dr. Doug Ferguson, and Dr. Craig McKibben offer family, cosmetic, and restorative dental care, including sealants, tooth-colored fillings, one-visit CEREC crowns, inlays and onlays, and periodontal treatment. Greentree Dental Group has a 5-star Google rating and offers a membership plan to make dental care affordable for patients without insurance.

What Columbus patients say about family dental care

For each practice, the services it lists and how many public Google reviews mention family dental care, split by positive and negative tone. Order does not indicate rank.

Family Dentistry services and review mentions for 5 Columbus practices
PracticeGoogle ratingListsReview mentions
Oak Creek Dental Care4.9 / 5923 reviewsFamily Dentistry41 41 positive, 0 negative
Carroll Family Dental4.9 / 51,790 reviewsFamily Dentistry53 50 positive, 2 negative
The Gentle Dentist4.9 / 51,986 reviewsFamily Dentistry34 34 positive, 0 negative
Schumacher & Bauer5.0 / 51,131 reviewsFamily Dentistry20 20 positive, 0 negative
Greentree Dental Group5.0 / 5853 reviewsFamily Dentistry12 12 positive, 0 negative

Mentions are detected automatically in public Google reviews and refreshed as new reviews arrive. A practice can offer a service even if no reviewer has mentioned it.

How to choose a family dentist in Columbus

Questions worth asking before you book a consultation for family dental care.

  1. Confirm the ages they treat

    Ask the youngest age the practice sees and whether children are treated by a general dentist or a pediatric specialist.

  2. Ask about scheduling for the whole family

    Back-to-back or same-day appointments for several family members can save repeat trips.

  3. Check insurance for every family member

    Confirm that each person’s plan is accepted, especially if family members have different coverage.

  4. Ask how they help anxious patients

    Ask how the team handles nervous children and adults, and whether sedation options are available if needed.

HELPFUL ANSWERS

Columbus family dentistry FAQ

What to know before choosing a family dentist.

How do I choose a family dentist in Columbus?

Look for Columbus practices that list family or pediatric care, confirm the ages they treat, and check that the practice accepts every family member’s insurance.

At what age should a child first see a dentist?

The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends a first visit by age one or within six months of the first tooth appearing.

How were these Columbus family dentists selected?

Each practice is in our Columbus guide and lists family or pediatric dentistry among its services. Review-mention counts come from public Google reviews. Inclusion is not a clinical endorsement, and order is not a rank.