Convenient Access from Union
In a village of just over 500 people, many errands mean a drive, and dental care is no exception. For families in Union, that drive is about 19 minutes to Conway Dental in downtown Woodstock, a practice founded in 1981 that now has two general dentists. Anyone looking at a dentist in Union, IL and the towns around it can plan the whole family's checkups around one toll-free trip.
Starting from the McHenry County Historical Society and Museum at 6422 Main Street, drive north on Main Street and pick up North Union Road for about a mile. Turn east on IL 176 and follow it for close to five miles, then head north on Dean Street, which carries you about four miles into Woodstock. Turn west on West South Street, go north on South Throop Street and you arrive at West Washington Street (IL 120) and the office at 226 Washington St.
The trip is 10.9 miles, which works out to about 19 minutes behind the wheel. Inside Woodstock, the practice sits on the block between N Throop St and Wheeler St, just north of the Woodstock Square and a short distance from the Woodstock Metra station. You can open the practice on Google Maps for turn-by-turn guidance. Neighbors to the west and southeast can find their own directions on our pages for Marengo and Huntley.
Rural Roots, Reliable Care for Union Families
A post office called Union has operated since 1852, and the village, named for the federal union of the United States, incorporated in 1897. Today it covers less than a square mile of western McHenry County, with land that drains north toward the South Branch of the Kishwaukee River. The Village of Union lists village office hours and local notices.
For a small place, the village holds some remarkable history. The Illinois Railway Museum on Olson Road is the largest railroad museum in the United States, with more than 500 pieces of equipment spread over 100-plus acres. On Main Street, the historical society's museum looks after the 1843 Gannon Log Cabin and an 1885 town hall now known as Perkins Hall.
Life in a rural village rewards planning, and so does dental care. Conway Dental keeps appointments on schedule, which makes it easier to stack a parent's cleaning and a child's checkup into one trip to Woodstock. On Thursdays the office stays open until 6:00 PM, a useful option for working parents who would rather not leave early.
What Union Residents Should Know About Keeping Their Teeth for Life
When the nearest dental office is a drive away, it is tempting to wait until something hurts. That approach usually costs more in the end. Gum disease, for instance, often causes no pain at all until the bone around a tooth has started to break down.
Regular cleanings and complete exams find those problems while they are small. Digital x-rays show decay between teeth and around old fillings, and a periodontal check measures how well your gums are holding on. Treating a small problem early often means one short visit instead of several longer ones.
Children in the village attend Marengo-Union Elementary School District 165, which serves both communities from pre-K through eighth grade. Kids' teeth change fast at that age, so steady checkups help the dentist catch cavities and watch adult teeth as they arrive.
Adults who have already lost a tooth have more choices than they might expect. Bridges, partials and implants each have a place, and our dental implants overview explains how an implant replaces both the root and the visible tooth.
Finding a Dentist in Union, IL Without a Long Drive
Cleanings & Periodontal Care
Cleanings clear away hardened tartar, and periodontal care treats gums that have begun to pull away from the teeth. Both protect the bone that holds your teeth in place. For rural families, they are the simplest way to avoid surprise repairs.
Complete & Comprehensive Exams
A complete exam reviews every tooth, your gums, your bite and the x-rays in one appointment. It gives you a clear picture of what needs attention now and what can be watched. New patients leave with treatment recommendations in plain language.
Dental Bridges
A bridge fills the space left by a missing tooth by anchoring a replacement to the teeth on either side. It restores your bite and keeps neighboring teeth from shifting. Bridges are a dependable fix when an implant is not the right fit.
Root Canal Treatment
When decay or a crack reaches the nerve, a root canal removes the damaged tissue and seals the tooth. It relieves the ache while saving the natural tooth. Many treated teeth then get a crown for added strength.
Meet Your Woodstock Dental Team
Dr. Mohammed Albomter, the practice owner and lead dentist, belongs to the American Dental Association, the Chicago Dental Society, the American Academy of General Dentistry, the American Academy of Implant Dentistry and the American College of Healthcare Executives. Dr. Timothy Conway, who opened the practice in 1981, is known for valuing patients' time and keeping visits on schedule. He continues to work alongside Dr. Albomter during the ownership transition.
Insurance, Membership & Financing
Patients without insurance can join the in-house Membership Club, which offers predictable, affordable pricing for cleanings, exams and essential treatments. Those with coverage benefit from an office that works with a multitude of insurance providers and handles the claims. Details on financing for larger work are on our finance and insurance page.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Conway Dental from Union, and how do I get there?
It is a 10.9-mile drive from the historical society museum on Main Street in Union, about 19 minutes. Take North Union Road to IL 176 east, then Dean Street north into Woodstock and Throop Street to Washington Street. The route has no tolls, which keeps the trip simple for anyone wanting a dentist in Union, IL families can rely on.
Do you accept cash and checks?
Yes. Conway Dental accepts cash, checks and all major credit cards. The office also works with a multitude of insurance providers and gives you a detailed cost breakdown before treatment, so you know what to bring. For care that insurance does not fully cover, flexible financing options are available, and the front desk can walk you through them.
What does a comprehensive dental exam include?
A comprehensive exam covers a full check of your teeth, gums and bite, plus the x-rays needed to see what the eye cannot. You finish with treatment recommendations. New patients without insurance can book it as the $99 Comprehensive Exam & X-Rays, which includes all standard x-rays but does not include a cleaning.
Is it okay to wait on a cavity that doesn't hurt?
It is better not to. Cavities often cause no pain at all until decay reaches the nerve, and by then a simple filling may have turned into a root canal and a crown. Treating a small cavity early is usually quicker and less costly. Regular exams with digital x-rays find decay while it is still small enough for a filling.
Why do my gums bleed when I floss?
Bleeding gums are most often a sign of gingivitis, the earliest stage of gum disease. Plaque along the gumline irritates the tissue and makes it tender. A professional cleaning and steady flossing at home often turn it around, while ongoing bleeding, swelling or receding gums call for periodontal care to protect the bone underneath.
Schedule Your Visit from Union
Book checkups for the whole household by calling 815-605-4511. For more on choosing a dentist in Union, IL and the surrounding villages, visit our areas we serve page, or read about the practice on our Dentist Woodstock, IL homepage.