Convenient Access from McGuffey
If you have been looking for a dentist in McGuffey, OH, Infinity Dental in Kenton is about 24 minutes away, and nearly every mile is on just two highways. Our dentists handle checkups, fillings, crowns, root canals and tooth replacement under one roof, which saves extra trips across the county.
Start at the McGuffey Post Office, which shares a building with the village hall on West South Street. Go one block east and turn north on Courtright Street (SR 195), where the Village of McGuffey historical marker stands at Railroad Street.
After about 2.3 miles, turn right onto SR 309 and follow it east-southeast for roughly 10.8 miles through farm country into Kenton. At North Detroit Street, jog one block north, then turn right onto Columbus St (SR 67) and continue east to 965 E Columbus St, Kenton, OH 43326. The trip covers about 14.2 miles with no tolls.
Heading east on Columbus St, you pass the Mary Lou Johnson Hardin County District Library about 0.8 miles before our office. Save our Google Maps listing for directions on your phone. Patients a few miles away in Alger and Ada have their own pages as well.
Onion Country Roots, Modern Dental Care
McGuffey is a compact village of 466 people (2020 census) in eastern Marion Township, Hardin County. It was laid out in 1890 and named for John McGuffey, who donated land for a railroad depot and first tried to drain the Scioto Marsh in the 1860s. Later drainage turned that glacial wetland of more than 16,000 acres into rich black muck farmland.
From about 1900 until just after World War II, McGuffey was the center of the national onion trade, with potatoes, celery, mint and asparagus grown in the same fields. That history still shapes the landscape you see from SR 195.
Long-time residents often carry decades-old dental work, and many of their questions are about what to do next. A large silver filling that has cracked, a bridge that no longer fits well or a gap where a tooth was pulled years ago can all be addressed. Our dentists explain the choices in plain terms, including cost, so you can decide what makes sense for you.
Some patients put off care because a past visit felt rushed or uncomfortable. Here, you can watch a favorite movie during treatment, and the team checks in with you throughout the appointment. An intra-oral camera puts the inside of your mouth on a chairside monitor, so you see what we see and understand why a repair is recommended.
If something is bothering you right now, the $99 limited exam and x-ray is a practical first step for new patients. It focuses on the problem tooth, includes any x-rays needed and ends with treatment recommendations. New patients without insurance and without gum disease can instead begin with the $149 cleaning, exam and x-ray, which covers a full cleaning, an oral health exam and standard x-rays.
Planning Care Around Work, School and the Seasons
Upper Scioto Valley Schools, home of the Rams, are on South Courtright Street, the same SR 195 corridor that starts our route. That makes a school-day checkup a simple drive straight up SR 195 and over on SR 309. Our hours are 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday through Wednesday, with an 8 AM start on Thursdays for people who want to be finished before the workday is underway.
Regular routine cleanings remove the hardened buildup that brushing misses and give our hygienists a chance to spot early decay. Adults who have skipped a few years are welcome to start fresh. We look at the whole mouth before recommending anything, so you get one clear plan instead of a surprise at every visit.
When a tooth has been lost, the gap matters more than it seems. Neighboring teeth can drift and the bite can change over time. That is why our team talks through implants, bridges and dentures and partials early, before a small problem becomes a larger one.
Our dentists also keep up continuing education in implants, dentures and root canals. The office uses CBCT 3D imaging, which shows bone height and nerve position in three dimensions. That detail helps plan implant placement with care.
Services for Patients Seeking a Dentist in McGuffey, OH
Restorative Dentistry
Fillings, crowns and bridges rebuild teeth worn by years of chewing and old dental work. For McGuffey patients, finishing several repairs in a planned sequence keeps the number of drives to a minimum.
Dental Implants
An implant replaces the root of a missing tooth and supports a natural-looking crown. Qualifying implant patients can start with a complimentary consultation and 3D scan, up to a $500 value.
General & Preventative Dentistry
Exams, x-rays and cleanings form the base of a healthy mouth at every age. Routine visits catch worn fillings and early gum problems while they are still simple to fix.
Root Canal Therapy
A deep cavity or a cracked tooth can inflame the nerve inside. Root canal therapy removes the infected tissue and seals the tooth, often letting you keep it instead of losing it.
Family Dentistry
Grandparents, parents and Upper Scioto Valley students can all be seen in the same office. One familiar team keeps records, x-rays and treatment history together for the whole household.
Meet Your Kenton Dental Team
Dr. Herman Deol focuses much of his clinical work on restorative and cosmetic dentistry, root canal therapy, crowns and bridges, and dental implants. Dr. Abdul Wahed Homsi completed a US residency in Advanced Education in General Dentistry, serving as Chief Resident with training in prosthodontics, implant dentistry and oral surgery. That combination suits patients weighing how to replace or rebuild teeth.
Insurance & Financing
Medical Mutual and Humana are among the many insurance companies our team files claims with. Before treatment starts, you receive a detailed cost breakdown so nothing comes as a surprise. For work insurance does not fully cover, flexible financing options are available, and we accept major credit cards, cash and checks.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Infinity Dental from McGuffey, and how do I get there?
Infinity Dental is about 14.2 miles from the McGuffey Post Office, roughly 24 minutes by car. Take SR 195 north, then SR 309 east into Kenton, and finish on Columbus St (SR 67). Residents wanting a dentist in McGuffey, OH can reach our office with only a few turns from start to finish.
Is an implant or a partial denture better for replacing one missing tooth?
It depends on your bone, gums and the teeth on either side of the gap. An implant stands on its own and does not rely on neighboring teeth, while a partial denture is removable and usually costs less up front. Our dentists review x-rays and your goals with you, then explain the trade-offs of each option.
Is the dental implant consultation and 3D scan really free?
Yes, for qualifying implant patients the consultation and 3D scan are complimentary, up to a $500 value. The 3D scan gives our dentists a detailed view to plan from. You leave with a clear picture of whether an implant fits your situation and what the treatment would involve.
Can bad breath be a sign of a dental problem?
Yes, it often is. Persistent bad breath that brushing does not fix can come from gum disease, a cavity, a cracked filling that traps food or buildup below the gumline. Dry mouth and some medications can add to it. A cleaning and exam usually find the cause, and treating it tends to clear the odor as well.
Do you work with Medical Mutual dental plans?
Yes. Medical Mutual is one of the insurance companies listed by our office, and the team files the claim on your behalf. You also get a detailed cost breakdown before treatment, which shows what your plan is expected to pay and what portion remains. Many other carriers are on our list as well.
Schedule Your Visit from McGuffey
Searching for a dentist in McGuffey, OH can end with one call: 419-848-0722 books your visit at our Kenton office, under half an hour away. See all nearby communities on the Areas We Serve page, or learn about the practice on the Dentist Kenton, OH page.