Convenient Access from Belle Center
Belle Center took its name from sitting between Bellefontaine and Kenton, and that central spot works in your favor when choosing a dentist in Belle Center, OH. Infinity Dental is on the east side of Kenton, roughly 25 minutes north. Our dentists offer cleanings, crowns, cosmetic repairs and extractions for the whole family.
From the Belle Center Public Library on South Elizabeth Street, turn onto Buckeye Street East (SR 273) and head southeast about 3.1 miles out of the village. Turn left onto US 68 and stay north for about 11 miles, crossing into Hardin County and running straight into Kenton. Turn right onto Columbus St (SR 67) and continue east past the Mary Lou Johnson Hardin County District Library to our office at 965 E Columbus St, Kenton, OH 43326.
The full trip is about 15.2 miles, usually around 25 minutes, with no tolls and only three main roads. Tap Infinity Dental - Kenton on Google Maps to load the route. Patients in nearby Rushsylvania and Ridgeway are also a short drive from our office.
A Village Built on the Railroad, a Practice Built on Explanation
Belle Center is a village of 809 residents (2020 census) in northern Richland Township, Logan County. It was platted in April 1846 as a stop on the Lake Erie & Mad River Railroad, described on the local historical marker as the first railroad in Ohio. The old depot and the village hall still recall that beginning, and SR 273 serves as the main street.
Local legend says the many "belles" of the area inspired the name, while a 1958 book of Ohio town names credits the village's position between Bellefontaine and Kenton. Either way, residents have long looked both north and south for services. For dental care, heading north on US 68 keeps the drive simple.
The Belle Center Public Library on South Elizabeth Street offers public computers and free Wi-Fi. It is also the starting point we use for the drive time on this page. Whatever the visit, most people simply want clear answers without pressure.
That is how our team works. Before any treatment, our dentists show you what they found on a chairside monitor, describe the "what" and "why," and lay out your options. You leave knowing exactly what comes next and what it will cost.
Repairing, Replacing and Brightening Teeth for Belle Center Adults
Many adults reach their 40s and 50s with a mix of older fillings, a crown or two and teeth that have darkened over time. Their questions are practical: whether an old filling should be replaced, whether a crown is truly needed, and whether a chipped front tooth can be fixed simply.
The answers depend on how much healthy tooth remains. A small chip on a front tooth can often be repaired with dental bonding, a tooth-colored resin shaped to match. A molar with a large, cracked filling usually needs a crown to hold it together under chewing pressure.
Belle Center Schools became part of the Benjamin Logan Local School District in 1970, and many Belle Center parents juggle school schedules alongside work. Our hours run 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday through Wednesday and 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM on Thursday. Booking a parent's crown visit and a child's cleaning together can save a second drive up US 68.
When several repairs are needed, we plan them in a sensible order rather than one tooth at a time. Our team also aims for same-day treatment whenever possible, so a small filling found at your exam may be finished before you head home.
New patients have two easy ways to start. If you have no dental insurance and no gum disease, the $149 cleaning, exam and x-ray covers a full cleaning, an oral health exam and standard x-rays. If one tooth is the concern, the $99 limited exam and x-ray looks at that problem, takes any x-rays needed and ends with treatment recommendations.
Comfort matters on longer visits like a crown appointment. You are welcome to watch a favorite movie while our team works, and we check in with you along the way, especially if dental visits make you uneasy. An intra-oral camera lets you see the same close-up view our dentists see.
Choosing a Dentist in Belle Center, OH: Services We Provide
Restorative Dentistry
Fillings and crowns and bridges rebuild teeth damaged by decay or wear. Each plan starts with a full look at your bite so the repairs last.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Whitening, bonding and veneers can refresh a smile that has dulled or chipped over the years. Our dentists match shade and shape so the result looks natural.
General & Preventative Dentistry
Regular exams and cleanings keep Belle Center families ahead of cavities and gum problems. Digital x-rays help spot trouble between teeth that a visual check can miss.
Root Canal Therapy
When decay reaches the nerve, a root canal can relieve the ache and preserve the tooth. A crown placed afterward protects it for everyday chewing.
Tooth Extractions
Teeth that cannot be saved are removed gently, with a clear talk about what comes next. Replacement options are discussed before you leave.
Meet Your Kenton Dental Team
Dr. Herman Deol grew up in Southern Ontario, Canada, and spends his free time traveling and on the golf course. Dr. Abdul Wahed Homsi takes an evidence-based, gentle approach and puts real weight on patient education. Between them, our dentists cover everything from routine checkups to crowns, root canals and implants.
Insurance & Financing
Our team files claims with a long list of carriers, Anthem and Cigna among them, and walks you through a detailed cost estimate first. All major credit cards, cash and checks are welcome. Flexible financing can help spread the cost of crowns or other larger treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Infinity Dental from Belle Center, and how do I get there?
Our office is about 15.2 miles from the Belle Center Public Library, typically a 25-minute drive. The route follows SR 273 southeast, then US 68 north into Kenton and Columbus St east. For anyone choosing a dentist in Belle Center, OH or nearby, it is a direct drive with no tolls and few turns.
Why would I need a crown instead of a filling?
A crown is usually recommended when too little healthy tooth is left to hold a filling. Large old fillings, cracks and teeth treated with a root canal are common examples. The crown covers the whole tooth and spreads chewing force evenly, which helps prevent the tooth from splitting. A filling remains the simpler choice for smaller cavities.
Can you fix a chipped front tooth without a crown?
Often, yes. Small chips can usually be repaired with dental bonding, where tooth-colored resin is shaped onto the tooth and hardened with a light. It is typically done in one visit with little or no drilling. Larger breaks may need a veneer or crown, and our dentists will explain which option fits after an exam.
Do you take Anthem dental insurance?
Yes, Anthem is one of the insurance companies our office works with, and we file the claim for you. Our team also prepares a detailed cost breakdown before treatment, showing what your plan is expected to cover. Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna and Delta Dental are among the many other carriers on our list.
How do I know if I need a root canal?
Only an exam and x-ray can confirm it, but certain signs point that way. A lingering ache after hot or cold, pain when biting, a darkening tooth or a pimple-like bump on the gum all suggest the nerve may be inflamed or infected. Getting it checked early gives the best chance of saving the tooth.
Schedule Your Visit from Belle Center
Our front desk at 419-848-0722 can set up your first visit if you have been looking for a dentist in Belle Center, OH. For neighboring villages, visit the Areas We Serve page, or start at the Dentist Kenton, OH page to see everything the office offers.