J. Barry Howell, DD.S.

Dental care in Urbana’s east end has long centered around a few key practices—one of them at 1209 E Colorado Ave, where routine checkups and more specialized treatments share the same address. This stretch of Colorado Avenue, lined with a mix of professional offices and older residential blocks, tends to attract locals who prefer convenience without the downtown bustle. The practice handles everything from preventive cleanings to crowns and bridges, along with the occasional emergency extraction—services that don’t require a referral but often come via word of mouth. For those who’ve lived in the area a while, the name J. Barry Howell, D.D.S. might ring familiar; it’s been part of the neighborhood’s healthcare landscape for years.

Booking an appointment here follows the usual process: a quick call to (217) 367-8000 connects patients to scheduling, whether it’s for a child’s first filling or an adult’s long-overdue X-rays. The office sits just east of the intersection with Race Street, where the traffic light makes access straightforward—no navigating one-way streets or hidden driveways. First-time visitors might want to glance at the map beforehand; the building’s signage is clear, but the surrounding area blends commercial and residential in a way that can confuse GPS timing. Some things in Urbana change fast; this corner isn’t one of them.