Convenient Access from Polaris
Can a dental appointment fit into a Polaris workday without eating the whole afternoon? For most people who work or shop along that stretch of I-71 it can, because Pure Smiles is in Westerville, roughly 16 minutes away by car. Anyone weighing a dentist near Polaris usually wants two things: a short trip and a clear plan that respects their calendar. Our team on Sunbury Road is set up for exactly that kind of week.
Start at Polaris Fashion Place and follow Polaris Parkway east to I-71, then head south. Merge onto I-270 east, take the Westerville Road (SR 3) exit, and follow Dempsey Road east until it meets Sunbury Road. The trip covers about 8.5 miles and usually runs 16 minutes, though rush hour on I-71 and I-270 adds time. You will find us at 1245 S Sunbury Rd #201, Westerville, OH 43081, about half a mile from Inniswood Metro Gardens, and you can save the pin from our Google Maps listing.
The same office also cares for patients from nearby Sharon Woods and Uptown Westerville. Lewis Center sits just to the north, and its residents can follow the same I-71 and I-270 path to reach us.
Fitting Dental Care Around a Polaris Schedule
Polaris is a large job and shopping district spread across both sides of I-71. The POLARIS Centers of Commerce blends office space, retail and residences, and its regional mall has drawn shoppers since it opened in November 2001. That means many people searching from this corridor are squeezing a cleaning or a repair between meetings, retail shifts and errands. A visit that starts on time and ends with a clear next step matters to them more than almost anything else.
Our hours lean toward the front of the day, with the office opening at 8 AM Monday through Thursday. An early slot lets an employee finish a checkup and still get to work at a reasonable hour. When a case calls for a longer treatment visit, our front desk looks for the time that disrupts the fewest shifts. Fridays are available by appointment for patients who prefer to keep weekdays clear.
Your first exam gives the dentist a full picture of your teeth and gums. You leave knowing which issues need attention now, which can wait, and roughly how many visits each step involves. That kind of clarity makes it far easier to block off time with a supervisor or a team calendar. It also keeps small problems from turning into urgent ones during a busy quarter.
The setting around the I-71 corridor is busier than most of the communities we serve, with freeway interchanges, offices and stores packed close together. Our Sunbury Road office sits on the east side of I-270 near the Dempsey Road junction, so the last stretch of your drive leaves the busy parkway interchanges well behind.
What Busy Polaris Professionals Ask Before Booking
A common worry for anyone with a packed calendar is lost time: will a crown, a root canal or an aligner plan mean a string of missed afternoons? We answer that up front. During your exam, an intraoral camera puts the problem tooth on a screen, so you see exactly what we see and can choose a plan before you leave. Clear images also make it easier to explain the time you need to a manager.
Another concern is the toothache that shows up at the worst moment, like midway through a sales floor shift or a holiday shopping run. New patients can book our $29 Limited Emergency Exam & X-Ray, which cannot be combined with other offers. That visit tells you what is wrong and what it will take to fix it, without locking you into a larger plan on the spot.
A missing back tooth is a quieter problem that is easy to put off when work is busy. Leaving a gap open can let neighboring teeth drift over time, so we talk through replacement choices early. If an implant is on your mind, our guide to implant candidacy covers the factors we review when patients ask about it.
Gum health is the other quiet issue that a hectic schedule tends to push aside. Bleeding when you brush, puffy gums or bad breath that lingers can all signal early gum disease. Periodontal care treats the infection below the gumline, and our Perio Care Plan helps patients stay on track with the follow-up cleanings that keep gums stable. Catching these signs at a routine visit is far simpler than treating loose teeth later.
Services That Make Us a Practical Dentist Near Polaris
CEREC Crowns
A cracked or heavily filled tooth often needs a crown to stay strong. CEREC crowns are designed with computer-aided technology, and we map out the number of visits your tooth needs so you can plan around your shifts.
Root Canals
A deep ache that lingers after hot coffee can point to an inflamed nerve. Root canal treatment removes the damaged tissue and keeps your natural tooth in place. Dr. TJ Strong brings advanced training in selective endodontics to these cases.
Invisalign
Clear aligners straighten teeth without brackets, which suits client-facing jobs in nearby offices and stores. The trays come out for meals and lunch meetings. Dr. Meghan O'Shaughnessy is Invisalign certified.
General Dentistry
Routine cleanings and exams catch small problems while they are still small and simple to treat. Digital x-rays give us a detailed look at each tooth, and we aim to keep these visits efficient for working adults.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Worn, chipped or stained teeth can make anyone self-conscious in a room full of colleagues. Cosmetic care reshapes and refreshes your smile, and Dr. Alexandria Wenig has experience in cosmetic dentistry and prosthodontics.
Nerves keep plenty of capable adults away from the chair for years. Pure Smiles offers nitrous oxide and conscious sedation for patients who feel anxious, and Dr. Chad Ollom is a certified IV conscious sedation provider. Sedation can also help when you would rather finish more work in fewer, longer appointments. We talk through which level of comfort care suits you and what to expect afterward, including whether you will need someone to drive you home.
Meet Your Westerville Dentists
Dr. Stephanie Ollom earned her DDS at The Ohio State University and served as a Navy lieutenant before completing an AEGD residency at Great Lakes. She brings CAD/CAM and Kois Center training to crown and restorative planning. She practices alongside Dr. Chad Ollom, Dr. TJ Strong and the rest of our doctors, so patients can see the dentist whose strengths match their needs.
Insurance & Financing
Pure Smiles works with most PPO plans, including Cigna, Anthem BlueCross BlueShield, UnitedHealthcare and Tricare. Our staff estimates your costs before treatment and files the claim, and Visa and MasterCard are welcome. For bigger treatment plans, Cherry and Proceed Finance let you pay over time.
What Our Customers Say
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Pure Smiles from Polaris, and how do I get there?
Pure Smiles is about 8.5 miles from Polaris Fashion Place, usually a 16-minute drive. Take the parkway to I-71 south, then I-270 east to Westerville Road (SR 3), and follow Dempsey Road to Sunbury Road. That makes us a practical dentist near Polaris when you need to fit an appointment around a shift or a shopping trip.
What should Polaris workers do about a toothache that starts on the job?
Call the office as early in the day as you can, since the team holds time for urgent visits. Rinse with warm water and avoid chewing on that side until you are seen. New patients from the Delaware County side of Columbus can use the $29 Limited Emergency Exam & X-Ray, which finds the cause before treatment is planned.
Can I get a checkup done before my shift at Polaris starts?
Yes, the office opens at 8 AM Monday through Thursday, so an early cleaning can wrap up before many shifts begin. We close at 5 PM Monday through Wednesday and at 4 PM on Thursday. Friday visits are by appointment, which helps when you would rather keep the start of the week free.
Which of your dentists handles root canals for Polaris patients?
Root canal care is part of what our team provides, and Dr. TJ Strong has advanced training in selective endodontics and surgical extractions. Your first exam shows whether a root canal is the right step or whether another option fits better. We then explain how many visits the work takes, so you can plan time away from work.
What if my Polaris job does not include dental insurance?
You still have solid options. The Healthy Smiles Plan is our membership choice for patients without coverage, and the Perio Care Plan supports ongoing gum care. Larger treatment can be split into payments through CareCredit or Sunbit, so a crown or aligner plan does not have to wait for a new benefits year.
Schedule Your Visit from Polaris
One early morning on your calendar is often enough to get started with a dentist near Polaris who explains every step before it happens. Call 614-721-6398 to book, or browse the other communities we serve on our areas we serve page. To learn more about the whole practice, visit our Dentist Westerville, OH homepage.