Convenient Access from Florence
Parents around Florence Elementary who want a dentist near Florence can reach Jonathan Hunt DDS in about 14 minutes. The office sits at the north edge of downtown High Point, where Dr. Jonathan Hunt sees patients of all ages for checkups, fillings, crowns and urgent repairs. Appointments begin at 8:00 AM Monday through Thursday, so a cleaning can come before the workday gets going.
From Florence Elementary School, leave the school drive, jog briefly onto Horney Road and turn onto Penny Road, the old main street of the village. A short stretch of West Wendover Avenue leads to Eastchester Drive (US 70/NC 68), which carries you southwest for a little over 3 miles. North Centennial Street then runs south for about 2 miles before you head west on East English Road and turn onto North Lindsay Street. The whole trip covers about 7 miles.
The office is at 404 Lindsay St B, on the block between Gatewood Avenue and Westwood Avenue, and the practice describes itself as across from Truist Point Stadium, home of the High Point Rockers. Open the office listing in Google Maps to load the route on your phone. If you live closer to Skeet Club Road or the lake, the Deep River and Oak Hollow pages cover those drives.
Where Florence's Schoolhouse Roots Meet Family Dentistry
Florence takes its name from a school. The name comes from William Gardner's girls' school, the Florence Female Academy, which opened in 1857, and its brick building still stands at 1702 Penny Road. Today the elementary school carries the name forward with roughly 600 students. Checkups, wiggly teeth and brushing battles are simply part of family life here.
Jonathan Hunt DDS is set up for that pace. Morning appointments start at 8:00 AM four days a week, and Thursday hours wrap up at 2:00 PM. Parents can ask the front desk about booking family visits close together. With one dentist on the schedule, kids come to know Dr. Hunt instead of meeting someone new each time.
The village has deep roots of its own. City of High Point records describe a village founded in the 1840s that by the 1850s had homes, a general store, smith shops and a wood shop, and the Briggs Brothers Buggy Company worked there from 1881. In May 2025 the city dedicated a Village of Florence historical marker on Penny Road at East Fork Road. Only three village-era buildings remain, now surrounded by the suburban streets of northeast High Point.
Dental Care Notes for Florence Households
Elementary years are when habits stick. The first permanent molars arrive around age six, and their deep grooves are easy to miss with a toothbrush. Regular cleanings and exams give Dr. Hunt a chance to catch a soft spot while it is still a small filling. Hearing brushing tips from the hygienist often lands better with kids than one more reminder at home.
Adults deserve the same attention. A cracked filling or a molar that aches with cold drinks tends to get pushed aside during busy school months. Because CEREC same-day crowns are designed, milled and placed in the office, often in about one to two hours, a damaged tooth does not have to mean a temporary crown and a second trip down Eastchester Drive. Root canal treatment typically takes one visit as well, depending on the complexity of the case.
Florence is a neighborhood in Guilford County, inside the City of High Point, so the drive never leaves town. Over the years the school has drawn students from as far as Jamestown and Colfax, which shows how wide the community's reach has been. For every family on this side of the city, early starts and in-office crowns keep a dental visit from swallowing a whole morning.
Services From Your Dentist Near Florence
General Dentistry
Cleanings, exams, x-rays and fillings for children and adults alike. Parents can keep the whole household with one dentist who knows each chart and each history.
Emergency Dentistry
A playground spill or a tooth that cracks on something hard needs prompt care. The office offers same-day appointments whenever possible, so a family is not left waiting days with a sore tooth.
Same-Day Crowns
CEREC designs and mills a permanent ceramic crown right in the office, often in about one to two hours. Busy parents skip the temporary crown and the second appointment.
CandidPro® Clear Aligners
Teens and adults with crowding or gaps can straighten teeth with clear trays instead of brackets. New patients get a complimentary consultation, and the aligner candidate guide explains who tends to be a good fit.
Root Canal Treatment
An infected tooth can often be saved rather than pulled. Nitrous oxide is listed among the comfort options, and local anesthesia keeps the area numb while Dr. Hunt works.
Meet Dr. Jonathan Hunt
Dr. Jonathan Hunt was born and raised in High Point, the city where he now practices. He earned his dental degree at the UNC-Chapel Hill School of Dentistry and bought his own practice in December 2019. Office Manager Stephanie, who started as a dental assistant in 2018, keeps family appointments organized.
Insurance & Financing
The practice is in network with MetLife, Guardian and United Concordia, among other plans, and the team files out-of-network claims for you. New patients without insurance can book the $159 cleaning, exam and x-ray, available in the absence of periodontal (gum) disease. Cherry, Sunbit and Proceed Finance help spread out larger treatment costs.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Jonathan Hunt DDS from Florence, and how do I get there?
Jonathan Hunt DDS is about 7 miles from Florence Elementary School, roughly a 14-minute drive. Take Penny Road to Eastchester Drive (US 70/NC 68), then North Centennial Street, East English Road and North Lindsay Street. Families searching for a dentist near Florence will find the office at 404 Lindsay St B, across from Truist Point Stadium.
Should I still help my child brush?
Yes, for most young children. Many kids do not have the hand control to clean every surface on their own, so an adult finishing the job helps. Brush twice a day with fluoride toothpaste and floss once a day where teeth touch. At checkups, the hygienist can show your child the spots they tend to miss.
Is CandidPro a good option for a teenager with crooked teeth?
It can be, depending on how the teeth and bite line up. CandidPro® uses clear, removable trays instead of brackets and wires, which many teens prefer. New patients receive a complimentary CandidPro consultation, where Dr. Hunt looks at the crowding or spacing and explains whether aligners make sense for your teenager.
Why does my child need dental x-rays?
X-rays show what a visual exam cannot. They reveal cavities hiding between back teeth, check how permanent teeth are developing under the gums and spot infections early. Standard x-rays are part of a regular checkup, and they are included in the $159 cleaning and exam for new patients without insurance and without gum disease.
How can I tell if my child has a cavity?
Often you can't until it is fairly large. Early cavities rarely hurt, so warning signs like sensitivity to sweets or cold, a dark spot, or pain while chewing usually mean the decay has grown. Regular cleanings and exams find cavities while they are still small, which keeps the filling quick and simple for a young patient.
Schedule Your Visit from Florence
Booking with a dentist near Florence takes one call to 336-344-9288. Mornings start at 8:00 AM Monday through Thursday, and the team will help you pick a time that suits the school calendar. See every community we welcome on our areas we serve page, or visit the Dentist High Point, NC homepage for services and new-patient offers.