When you arrive at Havens Family Dental for your appointment, you will know right away that we are not your typical dental practice. Our friendly team members will greet you warmly and provide you with the highest standard of dental care in a cheerful, warm, and calming environment where you can expect your concerns to be heard.
We understand that seeking dental care is a challenge for many people, so we go out of our way to make your visits comfortable and enjoyable. A healthy smile is important, but your life shouldn't revolve around your dentistry, so we do everything to handle the details of your care so you can focus on your healthy smile.
If you would like a dental experience like no other, please call our Blacklick, OH dental office to arrange an appointment. We look forward to welcoming you and showing you how pleasant and stress-free achieving excellent oral health can be!

Dr. Kyle Hickman
Dr. Kyle Hickman earned a Bachelors of Science in chemistry from Ohio University before completing his DDS at Ohio State University in 2004. Afterward, he practiced general dentistry in Clintonville for seven years before moving to his current practice in Blacklick. During this time he has volunteered with the Ohio Project to provide dental care to his community, and he has remained intensely devoted to continuing his education. Dr. Hickman routinely takes four to five times the continuing education compared to the average dentist, focusing currently on dental implants.
Dr. Hickman is an active member of the following associations:
- American Dental Association
- Ohio Dental Association
- Columbus Dental Society
- American Academy of Sleep Medicine
- Spectrum Dental Society
- Central Ohio Study Club
- Dental Town
- Engel Institute
- International Congress of Oral Implantology
While in dental school, Dr. Hickman met his wife, Lynnsay. Together they have three children, Marlowe, Sadie, and Isla. His hobbies include golfing, skiing, watching sports, biking, spending time with his family, grilling, and cheering on the Ohio State Buckeyes.
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Dr. Derek O'Connor
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Laura
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Brittany
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Holley
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Kelly
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Laura
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Lenzie
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Liz
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Sharon
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Erin
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