Convenient Access from Fostoria
More than 100 trains a day roll through Fostoria's Iron Triangle, the downtown junction where two CSX main lines meet a Norfolk Southern line. Away from the tracks, residents who need a dentist in Fostoria, OH can reach Pure Smiles in downtown Findlay in about 26 minutes, nearly all of it on one state route. Our team focuses on restoring and protecting teeth for working adults, retirees and families alike.
From the Kaubisch Memorial Public Library at 205 Perry St, take Perry Street to West North Street and turn briefly south on County Line Street, where US 23, SR 18 and SR 199 share the road. Findlay Street leads west out of town and becomes SR 12, a straight run of about 11 miles through farm country. In Findlay the route turns into Tiffin Avenue (US 224), and North Blanchard Street, Central Parkway and East Street take you to Crawford Street, about 16 miles altogether. Our office is at 223 W Crawford St, Findlay, OH 45840, near the courthouse and the Marathon Center for the Performing Arts (find us on Google Maps).
The same SR 12 corridor passes close to Arcadia, and Bloomdale lies a few miles north of it. A freight train at a downtown crossing or rush-hour traffic on Tiffin Avenue can add a few minutes.
Glass, Gas and Rails: The Fostoria Story
Fostoria formed in 1854 when the towns of Rome and Risdon merged. It took its name from Charles W. Foster, whose son Charles Foster went on to become Ohio's 35th governor and Secretary of the Treasury. An 1880s natural gas boom later fueled glassmaking, including the Fostoria Glass Company and the Seneca Glass Company.
Today the railroads drive the local economy and draw thousands of railfans a year. The Iron Triangle Rail Park at Columbus Avenue and Poplar Street gives visitors a covered viewing pavilion, heated restrooms, free Wi-Fi and campsites with hookups. The Fostoria Museum on West North Street, City Park on Vine Street and Foundation Park on South Union Street round out the places locals know best.
The city reaches into three counties, with downtown and the library in Seneca County. Toledo sits about 40 miles north, but Findlay is the closer trip for many errands.
Reading has deep roots here as well. The Kaubisch library carries on from the city's first library, which opened on Thanksgiving Day 1892, and it makes a handy landmark for anyone setting out toward SR 12. The nearby Metropolitan Airport and the converging highways show how much this city has always been about getting from one place to another.
Restorative Needs in an Industrial City
Fostoria grew as a glass, factory and rail city, and busy working adults everywhere tend to put dental care off until something breaks. Years of postponed visits often show up as worn fillings, cracked molars, failing crowns or missing teeth. Those problems are very treatable, but they call for a practice comfortable with complex restorative care.
Dr. Chad Ollom completed a Midwest Implant Institute fellowship and handles extractions, bone and tissue grafting, sinus augmentation, implant dentures and full-arch implant bridges. Replacement teeth for single gaps are finished with dental implant crowns made to blend with your natural smile. Digital x-rays help the team see decay and bone loss clearly while keeping imaging quick.
Anxiety keeps some adults away from the dentist for years. Nitrous oxide, oral sedation and IV sedation give patients a way to finish needed work, sometimes in fewer, longer visits rather than many short ones.
Treatments Offered by a Dentist in Fostoria, OH Patients Can Reach on SR 12
Sedation Dentistry
Patients who have avoided care for years can choose nitrous oxide, oral sedation or IV sedation. Dr. Chad Ollom is a certified IV conscious sedation provider.
Endodontics
A deep cavity or cracked tooth can infect the pulp inside. Root canal therapy removes the infection and keeps the natural tooth working.
Dental Implants
Single implants, implant dentures and full-arch bridges replace teeth lost to decay or injury. Stable replacements let you chew firmer foods again.
Periodontics
Bleeding gums and loose teeth often trace back to periodontal disease. Deep cleanings and regular maintenance slow its progress and protect future dental work.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Once your teeth are healthy, cosmetic care can brighten and reshape them. A comprehensive smile exam lays out the options in one appointment.
Complex cases rarely get solved in a single sitting, so the first step is a careful exam and a clear plan. The dentist walks through which teeth can be saved, which might need replacing, and how the work can be sequenced to suit your budget and calendar. With the drive taking under half an hour, spreading treatment over a few visits stays manageable.
Meet Your Findlay Dentists
Dr. Chad Ollom earned both his undergraduate degree and his DDS at The Ohio State University. His surgical training covers implants, grafting and full-arch restorations, and he is certified to provide IV conscious sedation. He works alongside Dr. Stephanie Ollom, Dr. Joseph Van Oss and Dr. Emma Bergman.
Insurance & Financing
Veterans with a VA referral can receive care here, and we are a preferred provider with Superior Dental, Delta Dental and Medical Mutual. CareCredit, Cherry and Proceed Finance split larger restorative plans into monthly payments. Details are on our financing and insurance page.
What Our Customers Say
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Pure Smiles from Fostoria, and how do I get there?
Plan on about 26 minutes for the 16-mile drive from Fostoria. Findlay Street turns into SR 12 west of town, and SR 12 becomes Tiffin Avenue (US 224) in Findlay before a few downtown streets lead to Crawford Street. It is a simple trip for anyone choosing a dentist in Fostoria, OH who prefers one main road.
Do freight trains at the Iron Triangle slow the drive to Findlay?
Sometimes, yes, since more than 100 trains a day pass through downtown Fostoria. A train at one of the downtown crossings can hold you for a few minutes. Once you are on SR 12 heading west, the road is open farmland with few stops.
Can Fostoria veterans use a VA referral at Pure Smiles?
Yes, the office accepts VA referrals for eligible veterans. VA referrals sit alongside insurance, cash, checks and major cards among the payment options the practice lists. Veterans without a referral can also spread larger treatment over time through CareCredit, Cherry or Proceed Finance.
Is IV sedation available for patients who have put off dental work for years?
Yes, IV sedation is offered, along with nitrous oxide and oral sedation. Dr. Chad Ollom is a certified IV conscious sedation provider, which allows longer restorative visits for patients who feel anxious. The right level depends on your health history and the treatment planned, which the dentist reviews with you first.
Can Fostoria parents bring the whole family to one office?
Yes, the doctors care for patients of every age, from toddlers to grandparents. Dr. Emma Bergman has experience caring for children and using nitrous oxide for nervous kids. Booking family members back to back keeps the drive along SR 12 to a single trip.
Schedule Your Visit from Fostoria
Restoring a smile after years of putting it off starts with one call, and a dentist in Fostoria, OH families can reach on a single road is ready at Pure Smiles. Call 419-664-3283 to book an exam Monday through Thursday. Browse the full list of communities on our areas we serve page, or visit the Dentist Findlay, OH homepage to learn more.