Convenient Access from Kennedale
Kennedale sits between Arlington and Fort Worth, and from its City Hall the drive east to Impact Dentistry in south Arlington takes about 13 minutes. When a tooth breaks mid-game or a checkup is long overdue, Kennedale parents looking for a dentist in Kennedale, TX usually want two things: help fast when a tooth breaks, and a team that can talk with every member of the family. We offer both, with emergency visits, in-house oral surgery and appointments in four languages.
From City Hall at 405 Municipal Drive, next to TownCenter Park and the public library, take W 3rd Street east to Kennedale Parkway and go briefly south. Turn east on Kennedale Sublett Road, which passes through three roundabouts and continues as Sublett Road. Join US 287 southeast for about two miles, exit at Turner Warnell Road and head east roughly 1.2 miles to S Cooper St. Turn north on Cooper, and our office at 7416 S Cooper St is a short way up, before W Harris Rd.
That adds up to 7.5 miles and around 13 minutes, with no toll roads, though US 287 can crawl at rush hour. Pin us on Google Maps for turn-by-turn help. Friends in the Tierra Verde golf course area of southwest Arlington and in nearby Forest Hill have pages of their own.
A Practice That Keeps Pace with Kennedale
Kennedale grew from settlers who arrived in the 1860s and 1870s. The townsite was surveyed in 1886 and named for Oliver S. Kennedy, who platted it and donated alternate lots to encourage railroad construction. After World War II, the town grew again alongside Fort Worth's defense industry.
Today about 8,500 people live in its 6.6 square miles of southeastern Tarrant County, roughly ten miles southeast of Fort Worth along State Highway 496. Close to four in ten households include children, and many family schedules revolve around Kennedale ISD's five campuses, including Kennedale High School. Everman and Forest Hill are each only a few miles away.
Outdoor time centers on the 22-acre Sonora Park, the city's largest park, with ballfields, a 9-hole disc golf course, a fishing pier and a splash pad that opens May through August. Active kids and active parents mean the occasional chipped tooth, and that is where a nearby dental office earns its keep.
Impact Dentistry is built for that kind of family. Oral surgery, extractions and implants are handled in our own office, so most patients never need an outside referral. Our team also schedules and explains care in English, Spanish, Korean and Vietnamese, which helps when grandparents or other relatives come along.
Protecting Kennedale Smiles Through Every Season
Ballgames and playground tumbles are a common cause of chipped front teeth. A chipped edge can usually be repaired, but a tooth knocked fully out is a true emergency where minutes matter. Keep the phone number handy in the sports bag, because quick action gives the best chance of saving the tooth.
Teenagers face a different milestone. Wisdom teeth commonly start causing trouble in the late teens, crowding neighbors or coming in at an angle. Dr. Lim evaluates them with CBCT imaging and handles wisdom tooth extractions in the office, with sedation available for comfort.
Game days bring their own risk. Sports drinks and sticky snacks after practice keep teeth bathed in sugar, so water on the sideline and a quick rinse afterward make a real difference. Fluoride at checkups and a professional cleaning every visit add another layer of protection for growing teeth.
Adults benefit from steady checkups too. Near-infrared cavity detection helps us find early decay before it reaches the nerve, when a simple filling still does the job. When a cavity has already gone deep, a root canal can relieve the pain and keep the natural tooth in place.
What a Dentist in Kennedale, TX Should Offer, Under One Roof
Emergency Dentistry
Toothaches, cracked teeth and knocked-out teeth are exactly what this care is for. The team is often able to see emergency patients the same day as their call, and new patients can start with our $49 emergency exam.
Tooth Extractions
When a tooth cannot be saved, Dr. Lim removes it here and talks through replacement options. Nitrous oxide, oral conscious sedation and IV sedation are available.
Preventive Dentistry
Regular cleanings and exams keep the whole family ahead of problems. Booking kids back to back on one morning makes the drive even more worthwhile.
Root Canal Treatment
An infected tooth does not have to be lost. A root canal clears the infection and seals the tooth, usually followed by a crown to protect it.
Restorative Dentistry
Fillings and crowns rebuild teeth after decay or an injury on the ballfield. Digital iTero scans make the impression step quick and tidy.
Meet Dr. Daniel Lim
Outside the office, Dr. Daniel Lim is training for Ironman 70.3 Waco, so he understands patients who live an active life. Inside it, he performs oral surgery and implant placement himself rather than sending patients across town. He chose the name Impact Dentistry to reflect the positive difference he wants to make for each family he treats.
Insurance, Wellness Plan & Financing
We are in-network with several PPO dental plans, and our team will prepare a free estimate of your coverage before you come in. New patients with a dental emergency can start with the $49 emergency exam and x-ray. Families without insurance can also look at the Impact Dentistry Wellness Plan, which includes emergency exams for members.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Impact Dentistry from Kennedale, and how do I get there?
Our office is 7.5 miles from Kennedale City Hall, a drive of about 13 minutes. Follow Sublett Road east to US 287, then take Turner Warnell Road east and S Cooper St north. Anyone looking at a dentist in Kennedale, TX can find us at 7416 S Cooper St in south Arlington, with no tolls on the way.
Can I get an emergency visit the same day a tooth starts hurting?
Often, yes. Impact Dentistry offers same-day and emergency treatment, and the team is often able to see emergency patients the same day as their call. Calling early in the day gives you the best chance at a quick visit. Remember that the office is open Monday through Thursday, 8 AM to 5 PM.
Can a crown be made from a digital scan instead of a messy mold?
Yes. Dr. Lim uses an iTero intraoral scanner to take digital impressions, so there is no tray of putty to bite into. The scan builds a detailed 3D model of your teeth that can be sent straight to the lab, and you can view it on screen with Dr. Lim. Patients with a strong gag reflex usually find the scan far easier.
What should I do if my child's permanent tooth gets knocked out?
Call a dentist right away, because a knocked-out tooth has the best chance of reattaching within the first hour. Pick it up by the crown, not the root, and rinse it gently without scrubbing. Store it in milk or hold it in the cheek if your child is old enough, then come straight to the office.
Does the Wellness Plan cover emergency visits?
Yes. Emergency exams are included in every Impact Dentistry Wellness Plan, along with all x-rays as needed, so an unexpected toothache does not bring a surprise exam fee. If the problem needs treatment such as a root canal or a crown, members receive 15% off major treatments. Adult membership is $399 a year or $37 a month.
Schedule Your Visit from Kennedale
A sports injury, a sore wisdom tooth or a checkup that keeps slipping down the list are all worth a call. When you need a dentist in Kennedale, TX without a long drive, call Impact Dentistry at (817) 286-7495 or request an appointment online. Browse every town on our Areas We Serve page, or head to our Dentist Arlington, TX homepage for more about the practice.