About Us
Your smile is just one small feature that makes a big statement. At Kristal & Forche Orthodontics, we want to help make sure that your smile is making the right statements about you!
Our team works together to create a positive experience for our patients and their families. Dr. Kristal, Dr. Forche and their team are uniquely able to care for patients and smiles of all ages!
Our practice utilizes the most advanced diagnostic and treatment techniques available today.
Passionate about their work as orthodontists, Dr. Kristal and Dr. Forche strive to provide patients with a personalized experience offering a variety of treatment options including Invisalign – the “Clear" alternative to braces!
We understand busy lifestyles and do our best to accommodate your schedule.
Flexible financing and interest free payment plans available for qualified patients.
Meet Our Doctors
Dr. Robert J. Forche was born and raised on the east side of Columbus, Ohio. He attended St. Pius X and St. Charles Preparatory for his elementary and secondary education.
He received his B.A. in Zoology from Miami University in 1989. Rob attended The Ohio State University College of Dentistry, graduating Magna Cum Laude in 1992. While in dental school, he conducted orthodontic research on Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction (TMD) and staining of Protein G. He also served as class treasurer for two years and played intramural soccer for four years.
He received several scholarships including: The Lloyd-Wilkins Dental Scholarship Fund, The Wendell D. and Helen R. Postle Scholarship and The Ohio State University Scholarship in Dentistry. He completed his orthodontic training at State University of New York at Buffalo, School of Dental Medicine in 1994. He has been a practicing orthodontist in both East Columbus and Pickerington since May of 1994.
He is currently a member of the following organizations:
American Association of Orthodontists
American Dental Association
Ohio Dental Association
Columbus Dental Association
Omicron Kappa Upsilon Dental Honorary Society
Psi Omega Dental Fraternity
Dr. Forche has been married since 1995 to his wife, Alison, an attorney. He has a daughter, Ashley, and a son, Dylan. He continues to be an avid soccer player, participating year-round in several suburban soccer leagues, and coaches his son’s recreational soccer team (PASA) in Pickerington, Ohio. Additionally, he enjoys snow skiing, swimming, fly fishing, hiking, mountain biking and playing video games with his children.
