In The Community

GENERAL & COSMETIC DENTISTS IN TEMPLE, TX

Lemonade Stand

Forest Trail participated in a lemonade stand to help raise awareness/ donations for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

The mission of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital is to advance cures, and means of prevention, for pediatric catastrophic diseases through research and treatment. Consistent with the vision of our founder Danny Thomas, no child is denied treatment based on race, religion, or a family's ability to pay. We raised a little over $240 in donations in July 2023. It is important to our team that we continue to be engaged in the community and provide what we can to help give back. It means even more to us that our amazing patients here at Forest Trail, always love to participate and help our office make a difference in the community.

Lemonade Stand

Food Donation

Forest Trail participated in a food donation fundraiser to help gather donations for Food For Families.

November 2023 Forest Trail partnered with "Helping Hand Ministry" in Belton TX to help raise food for our local food pantry. The " Food For Families" drive is a community project supported by KWTX (news station), HEB, Operation Feeding Temple, Baylor Scott & White and many local organizations. This was the first year Forest Trail participated in this specific event, and we plan to make this an annual event. It was very rewarding to see so many businesses and organizations in the community dropping off their donations when we were there. Our patients helped the office collect over 276 lbs. of food.

Food Donation​

School Supplies

Forest Trail partnered with Lighthouse Family Network for back to school!

Lighthouse Family Network is a local Christian foster care agency in Salado, TX. For the past three years Forest Trail collected school supplies/donations and would take them to several elementary schools in the community. Summer of 2023 Forest Trail partnered with Lighthouse Family Network for the first-time for "Back to school". It meant so much to the team at Forest Trail to see how many patients brought in donations and supplies, so we were able to get the kiddos ready for another year of success.

School Supplies​

Christmas Presents

Forest Trail partnered with Lighthouse Family Network to make a dream Christmas come true!

December 2023 Forest Trail partnered with Lighthouse Family Network, a local Christian foster care agency in Salado TX. Our team members and amazing patients worked together and were able to make dreams come true for all the children who are in foster care. We were able to purchase most items on all the kids’ lists and brighten their holiday!

Christmas Presents

Christmas Parade

Forest Trail joined in the Belton Christmas Parade!

December' 2023 was the first year we participated in the Belton Parade, and we had a BLAST! Our families joined us in handing out "dental goodie bags", small toys, office SWAG and yummy treats! We even had Mr. Grinch stop by and join us. We plan to make this an annual event.

Christmas Parade

Dental Health Month

National Children’s Dental Health Month
  • February is National Children’s Dental Health Month
  • February 2024 our hygienists Kristian and Marina went to educate a pre k class on early oral health.
  • The kids had an amazing time listening and engaging in conversation and activities. 
  • Kristian and Marina modeled how to brush teeth and for how long while using our office dragon. 
  • The kiddos colored food items that are healthy and unhealthy for the teeth and matched them to a healthy and unhealthy tooth. 
  • It is very important for children who start brushing and flossing from a young age are less likely to suffer from dental decay and gum disease later in life. Additionally, good oral health habits can help children develop healthy habits in other areas of their lives.



Dental Health Month

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GENERAL & COSMETIC DENTISTS IN TEMPLE, TX

Forest Trail Dental Care is focused on providing personalized care for patients of every age. We specialize in general and cosmetic dentistry procedures. Our doctors have over 50 years of combined experience and are proud to run a practice known for kind, compassionate, and quality services. 

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Diana Olivares
30 October 2026
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As a new patient at Forest Trail Dental, I am very happy that I chose to go there. Everyone is friendly and they listen and ask questions. They have done a great job on my teeth.
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John S Hancock
30 October 2026
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Relatively painless modern dentistry
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Staci Burke
29 October 2026
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Even though going to the dentist is never a fun thing to do, the team always makes it a good experience with their professionalism, high skill set and friendly demeanor . Thanks as always, much appreciated!
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Kathryn Dubcak
29 October 2026
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I was met with a smile and made to feel comfortable .they did a great and I will come back if I need any more work done. Thank you Kathryn Dubcak. I have been a with you guys for years I have always felt great being in your care Thank you today was a very big day with my teeth you all were amazing.
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Emily Mikeska
28 October 2026
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Very friendly and always on time.very skilled and so nice to me.
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Teresa Rudolph
28 October 2026
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I am completely satisfied. My appointments are on time. Staff is very kind.
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Janet Sculark
28 October 2026
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Today was a great experience at Forest Trails. Dr. Taylor and Mrs. Joy were awesome.
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Carletta Coleman
27 October 2026
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The staff is amazing! There is a family vibe among them. I was recommended to this office by a current patient. I moved from out of state and am very happy to receive excellent service as I did from my former dentist office.Thank you!
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Tristan Martin
26 October 2026
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22 OCT 2026- EXCELLENT experience with Dental Hygienist - Joy. She has cleaned my teeth 2 times this year. Joy is pleasant, experienced, competent, patient with questions. She very willingly pulled up my x-rays and reviewed a couple of items and described some aspects to me. In my 1st APPT with her, she recommended an electric tooth brush. I started using one and then in my subsequent appointment for a cleaning she noticed a significant improvement in the cleanliness of my teeth. As a result, it was easier for her to clean my teeth. I appreciate her professional demeanor and positive attitude. E. Martin
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Neal Jarrett
23 October 2026
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Thank you Forest Trail Dental Care for the friendly courteous service you provided during the cleaning today. I was in and out in no time!
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V R
23 October 2026
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The Best Dental place ever , Dr Pena is one of the Best and everyone is very friendly. Beautiful and very clean environment , highly recommend , awesome dental work every time 👍. After all these years, we had moved somewhere else and came back to Temple . Once again made a dental appointment here in Forest Trail Dental and it was amazing . Dentist , Dental assistant and everyone still very friendly. Thank you very much for the generosity and kindness. Still the best place to have a Dental care.
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Vincent & Liz Johnson
22 October 2026
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Brooke was Professional, timely and quick with treatment.
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Joe Kirby
20 October 2026
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Had a cleaning appointment for this visit and it went well. The folks there were great. They've always taken care of me. First time not having to pay anything because it was a clean instead of treating pain. Will continue to use Forest Trail Dental as long as its in-network.
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LaDonna Harris
20 October 2026
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The dental care I received was excellent and everyone was professional and kind.
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Joseph Harris
20 October 2026
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This team was very professional and caring. They made me feel welcome. They were timely and zeroed in on what I need done. Made me happy! Thank you
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Jose Ramos
17 October 2026
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It was great. You all are a great when it comes to customer service and everyone work are a team
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Beverly Conrad
17 October 2026
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I had a toothache and they got me in right away and dealt with the issue with no problem. I highly recommend this dental office.
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Joan Boecker
16 October 2026
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I received prompt, thorough, and pain-free care, which I appreciate . Cecilia was very patient with me,
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hector munoz
16 October 2026
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Great place to go to for all your dental needs, friendly, courteous and nice environment.... definitely would recommend this place
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kendall hare
15 October 2026
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Hygienist was great. Thx
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Carrie Mungia
15 October 2026
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Best experience and very friendly!!! They made me feel very comfortable during my procedure. Thank y’all so much
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Vincent Johnson
14 October 2026
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Great staff, friendly and very is awesome. The DDS and the dental tech are top notch Continue to shine. Joy Morris was my hygienist. What a joy she is. Extremely thorough, gentle and professional wrapped up behind a great smile. Always making sure you are comfortable and detail the work is doing in your mouth. Kudos to you and Forest Trail Sental Care. Vincent
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BRAD MORTON
14 October 2026
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My experience with all visits are great. Very friendly atmosphere. Enjoyed my experience
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Lois Bland
14 October 2026
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I have been going to Forest Trail Dentist for 10 years and have always received the best care. I will always go here as long as I am in the area. Thank you!! Celeste Christiansen
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Jeana Dimmett
14 October 2026
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All my thanks to Dr. Wilkinson for the amazing job with my new dentures. They are perfect! I look forward to continuing my journey with you all. Thank you Erin!! You have always been the best!! Compassionate dentistry continues..Once again dentistry at its finest!