Convenient Access from Johnstown
New to town and still hunting for a dentist in Johnstown, OH? Pure Smiles is an 18-minute drive south in Pataskala, with three doctors who care for kids, parents and grandparents under one roof. Families settling into the newer subdivisions often want a single office for checkups, clear aligners and the occasional urgent repair, and that is exactly how our practice is set up.
From the Licking County Library branch at 320 N Main St, head south on Main Street, which is SR 37, and stay on it as it becomes Johnstown-Alexandria Road. Turn south onto Hazelton-Etna Road (SR 310) and follow it most of the way, until it meets Columbus Road (SR 16) at the edge of Pataskala. Continue east as the road becomes East Broad Street and arrive at 186 E Broad St, Pataskala, OH 43062, a total of 11.5 miles in about 18 minutes. Our Google Maps profile has the pin for your phone.
The SR 310 corridor also serves our patients from Jersey Township, while Alexandria sits just off the same stretch of SR 37. Once you reach Broad Street, our office is roughly 0.2 miles east of where SR 310 comes in.
A Family Practice for a Growing Small City
The City of Johnstown describes itself as having a quaint, small-town America feel, and the historic square still anchors that identity. Dr. Oliver Bigelow laid out the village in 1813 and donated its streets, town square and cemetery. Today the community is a city in Monroe Township, with new homes rising around that old core.
Subdivisions such as Concord Crossing, Kyber Run, Leafy Dell, Concord East and Creekside Preserve have brought many new neighbors. According to the city, most newcomers who don't come from nearby towns arrive from Columbus and its northeastern suburbs or from northern Ohio. Moving means leaving behind a trusted dentist, and finding a replacement often lands near the bottom of the unpacking list.
We try to make that switch simple on the paperwork side. Our front desk can request records from your previous office, check your benefits and book the whole family in consecutive slots. Your first visit then becomes a fresh baseline for everyone, with a clear plan for whatever comes next.
Dental Care Tips for Newcomers and Longtime Johnstown Residents
Students attend the Johnstown-Monroe School District, which runs the elementary, intermediate, middle and high schools. Back-to-school season is a natural time to book checkups, and pairing siblings in one trip saves a second drive down SR 37. Children who change schools after a move also benefit from a dentist who keeps an eye on how new permanent teeth are coming in.
Outdoor time is easy to find close to home. Trailhead Park on East Jersey Street marks the start of the TJ Evans bike path, with a shelter house, restrooms, a dog park and the Mastodon Discovery Trail. The city counts six parks in all, including Bigelow Park and Raccoon Creek Park, so scooters, bikes and pickup games are part of daily life. A tumble on the trail that chips a tooth is worth a prompt look, even if it doesn't hurt.
Adults who postponed care during a move often show up with early decay or tender gums. Small cavities caught early may be treated with Curodont™, which helps repair early decay without drilling. Learn more about the tools we use on our advanced dental technology page, and pick up daily oral hygiene habits that keep problems small.
Care Options When You Need a Dentist in Johnstown, OH
General Dentistry
Cleanings, exams, fillings and crowns form the foundation of care for families settling into a new home. We set a baseline at the first visit, then track changes year to year. One office keeps every family member's records in one place.
Early Dental Care
Young children do best with short, positive visits that build trust. We count baby teeth, check how adult teeth are developing and coach parents on brushing at home. Students from every Johnstown-Monroe building are welcome.
Invisalign
Clear aligners straighten crowded or spaced teeth for teens and adults without brackets or wires. Our iTero digital scanner records your bite in minutes, without goopy impression trays. Removable trays make sports, meals and photos easy.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Whitening, bonding and other cosmetic treatments refresh a smile that has dulled over time. Our comprehensive smile exam looks at shape, shade and bite together. The plan moves at whatever pace your budget and schedule allow.
Emergency Care
Toothaches and broken teeth rarely wait for a convenient week, especially in the middle of a move. New patients can start with our $49 Limited Emergency Exam & X-Ray, which can't be combined with other offers. We find the cause and lay out the options right away.
Meet Your Pataskala Dentists
Dr. Stephanie Ollom brings CAD/CAM training along with coursework through the Kois Center and a Comprehensive Orthodontics series, which shapes her approach to bites, crowns and alignment. She earned her DDS at The Ohio State University after a biology degree from the University of Cincinnati. Dr. Chad Ollom focuses on implant surgery, and Dr. Kunning Li brings hospital residency training to complex cases.
Insurance & Financing
New arrivals can keep using Aetna, Superior Dental or Medical Mutual benefits, because we participate as a preferred provider and handle the claim forms. We also accept cash, checks, Visa, Mastercard and Discover. If you are between employers, the Healthy Smiles Plan and the Perio Care Plan are worth a look, and CareCredit, Cherry and Sunbit can stretch out bigger bills.
What Our Customers Say
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Pure Smiles from Johnstown, and how do I get there?
Pure Smiles is about 11.5 miles from the Mary E. Babcock Library, an 18-minute drive. Head south on SR 37, take Hazelton-Etna Road (SR 310) south, and follow Columbus Road and East Broad Street (SR 16) to the office. Families comparing options for a dentist in Johnstown, OH find most of the trip is a straight run on SR 310.
We just moved to a new Johnstown subdivision. How do we transfer dental records?
We can request your records directly from your previous dentist once you sign a release at your first visit. Your old office can send over x-rays, charts and treatment notes. Having them on file avoids repeating recent images and helps our doctors pick up where your last office left off, which is handy when a crown or aligner case was already underway.
Can Johnstown kids and parents be seen at the same office?
Yes, children and adults are both seen at the Pataskala office, so families can request appointments in nearby time slots. Dr. Kunning Li completed a pediatric rotation at Nationwide Children's Hospital, and early dental care visits help young children get comfortable. Booking a few weeks ahead gives the most choice, since hours run Monday through Thursday.
How often should adults have a cleaning and exam?
Most adults do well with a cleaning and exam every six months. Patients with gum disease often need visits more often, and the Perio Care Plan helps uninsured patients keep that schedule. Each checkup includes a look at the gums and, when needed, digital x-rays, so small problems are caught before they need bigger treatment.
Can Johnstown teens start Invisalign during high school?
Yes, teens are often good candidates for Invisalign, and the trays come out for games, band and lunch. Treatment begins with an exam and an iTero scan of the bite. Progress visits are short and can be booked at 8 AM, before the school day gets rolling, so students miss very little class.
Schedule Your Visit from Johnstown
Settling on a dentist in Johnstown, OH families can stick with for years is easier when the office is 18 minutes away and treats every age. Call 740-716-7971 to book new-patient exams for the whole household. Our full list of service areas covers nearby towns, and the Dentist Pataskala, OH homepage has hours, offers and more about the team.