Dentist= Oakwood dental arts=Penny's dentist=DR. KYLE McKINNEY, DDS

Hickory’s grand old homes and brick storefronts still stand along Second Street, just where they’ve always been. That’s also where Oakwood Dental Arts anchors the block, a dental clinic ready when things inevitably chip, ache, or throw you off course. Find it at 407 2nd St NW, Hickory, NC 28601, tucked between the century-old bank and the red-brick lofts you’ve probably walked past a dozen times. Whether you need a filling, a crown, or to finally chase that phantom tooth pain away, the team handles it in-house. Kids get sealants and fluoride, adults restore cracked molars, and nearly everyone needs a cleaning every six months—it’s the one appointment that never feels optional.

Give them a ring or swing by to set up an appointment—980-242-2533—and the front desk will walk you through the first steps without the usual runaround. Need directions? Hit the link below and you’ll be on the stoop in minutes. Across the street the bus still rumbles past every twenty minutes, so timing your arrival is simple. The clinic stays quiet on weekday afternoons, perfect for an easy visit. Just show up, keep your insurance card handy, and you’ll be out before you finish scrolling your phone.