{"id":5425,"date":"2016-04-08T03:13:53","date_gmt":"2016-04-08T03:13:53","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/jamesklimdental.com\/?page_id=5425"},"modified":"2026-02-09T21:05:26","modified_gmt":"2026-02-09T21:05:26","slug":"5425-2","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/jamesklimdental.com\/index.php\/5425-2\/","title":{"rendered":"About Dr. Klim"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\">[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]\n<h1 data-start=\"251\" data-end=\"320\">Dr. James Klim \u2013 Cosmetic &amp; Restorative Dentist in Santa Rosa, CA<\/h1>\n<p data-start=\"322\" data-end=\"355\"><strong data-start=\"322\" data-end=\"353\">DDS, FAGD, FADFE, AAACD, PC<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"357\" data-end=\"450\">Serving <strong data-start=\"365\" data-end=\"399\">Sonoma County and the Bay Area<\/strong>, including <strong data-start=\"411\" data-end=\"448\">San Francisco, Petaluma, and Napa<\/strong><\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"452\" data-end=\"455\">\n<h2 data-start=\"457\" data-end=\"481\">Meet Dr. James Klim<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"483\" data-end=\"868\">Dr. James Klim is a leading <strong data-start=\"511\" data-end=\"547\">cosmetic and restorative dentist<\/strong> in Santa Rosa, specializing in high-tech <strong data-start=\"589\" data-end=\"649\">cranial-neuromuscular reconstructive aesthetic dentistry<\/strong>. For over <strong data-start=\"660\" data-end=\"672\">30 years<\/strong>, Dr. Klim has provided exceptional dental care to patients throughout the Bay Area, combining <strong data-start=\"767\" data-end=\"823\">personalized care, advanced technology, and artistry<\/strong> to improve smiles and overall oral health.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"870\" data-end=\"1085\">At Dr. Klim\u2019s office, our mission is to <strong data-start=\"910\" data-end=\"945\">understand your needs and goals<\/strong> while delivering the latest in <strong data-start=\"977\" data-end=\"1028\">preventive, restorative, and cosmetic dentistry<\/strong> in a <strong data-start=\"1034\" data-end=\"1082\">comfortable, safe, and welcoming environment<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"1087\" data-end=\"1090\">\n<h2 data-start=\"1092\" data-end=\"1135\">Smile Enhancement &amp; Cosmetic Dentistry<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1137\" data-end=\"1214\">For patients seeking <strong data-start=\"1158\" data-end=\"1180\">smile improvements<\/strong>, Dr. Klim offers the latest in:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"1239\" data-end=\"1295\">\n<p data-start=\"1241\" data-end=\"1295\"><b>Ceramic (Porcelain) Veneers &amp; Crown<\/b><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1296\" data-end=\"1318\">\n<p data-start=\"1298\" data-end=\"1318\"><strong data-start=\"1298\" data-end=\"1316\">Dental bonding<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1319\" data-end=\"1353\">\n<p data-start=\"1321\" data-end=\"1353\"><b>Full Mouth Reconstruction<\/b><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Clear Aligner Orthodontic Treatment&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Teeth Whitening&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1355\" data-end=\"1612\">Dr. Klim is internationally recognized for his <strong data-start=\"1402\" data-end=\"1429\">smile design treatments<\/strong> and has earned multiple awards for his artistry in cosmetic dentistry. He personally preforms all <strong data-start=\"1540\" data-end=\"1574\">ceramic dental laboratory work for each case<\/strong>, ensuring precise, natural results.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"1614\" data-end=\"1617\">\n<h2 data-start=\"1619\" data-end=\"1655\">Advanced Technology &amp; Education<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1657\" data-end=\"1934\">Dr. Klim is the <strong data-start=\"1673\" data-end=\"1753\">founder and director of the Klim Institute \/ CADStar CAD\/CAM Learning Center<\/strong>, providing <strong data-start=\"1765\" data-end=\"1815\">post-graduate education for dentists worldwide<\/strong>. His programs focus on <strong data-start=\"1839\" data-end=\"1860\">digital dentistry<\/strong>, including <strong data-start=\"1872\" data-end=\"1897\">3D CAD\/CAM technology<\/strong> and <strong data-start=\"1902\" data-end=\"1931\">3D CBCT X-ray diagnostics<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1936\" data-end=\"2096\">As a respected <strong data-start=\"1951\" data-end=\"1976\">international speaker<\/strong>, Dr. Klim shares his expertise on <strong data-start=\"2011\" data-end=\"2049\">restorative and cosmetic dentistry<\/strong>, dental technology, and practice leadership.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"h3blue\">Education<\/h3>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li>Loma Linda University School of Dentistry (Loma Linda, CA, 1984)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"h3blue\">Academic Recognition<\/h3>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li>Valedictorian Summa cum Laude, Loma Linda University School of Dentistry, 1984<img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignright wp-image-5443\" src=\"https:\/\/jamesklimdental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/156842_10150145356563228_4866587_n-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"156842_10150145356563228_4866587_n\" width=\"302\" height=\"202\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jamesklimdental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/156842_10150145356563228_4866587_n-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/jamesklimdental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/156842_10150145356563228_4866587_n-640x427.jpg 640w, https:\/\/jamesklimdental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/156842_10150145356563228_4866587_n.jpg 720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 302px) 100vw, 302px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>Alpha Omega Fraternity academic distinction. Awarded to dentist with highest GPA<\/li>\n<li>Prince Award, Loma Linda University School of Dentistry and Dean\u2019s Award for demonstrated qualities in scholarship, leadership, and stewardship<\/li>\n<li>Omicron Kappa Upsilon Society honorary for highest scholastic standing<\/li>\n<li>Accredited by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry<\/li>\n<li>Fellow Academy of General Dentistry<\/li>\n<li>Fellow Academy of Dental Facial Esthetics<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Recognized as one of America&#8217;s Top Dentists by&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.consumersresearchcncl.org\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Consumers&#8217; Research Council of America<\/a><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"h3blue\">Dental Speaker and Educator<\/h3>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li>Director of <a href=\"http:\/\/www.cadstar.org\">Klim Institute\/CADStar<\/a>&nbsp;for advanced dental CAD-CAM and 3D education.<\/li>\n<li>Past examiner in Annual AACD Smile Gallery Competition<\/li>\n<li>International&nbsp;speaker for restorative and cosmetic dentists and staff about practice leadership, &nbsp;dental technology, and aesthetic dentistry<\/li>\n<li>Former Clinical Instructor,&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lviglobal.com\/\">Las Vegas Institute<\/a>&nbsp;for Advanced Dental Training<\/li>\n<li><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignright wp-image-6151\" src=\"https:\/\/jamesklimdental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/3C8A4040-300x209.jpg\" alt=\"3C8A4040\" width=\"346\" height=\"241\">Recognized internationally for his smile designs through the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry&#8217;s Annual Smile Gallery Contest.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"h3blue\">Organizational Involvement<\/h3>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li>American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD),&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/jamesklimdental.com\/index.php\/accredited-member-of-the-american-academy-of-cosmetic-dentistry\/\">Accredited Member<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.iadfe.org\/\">International Academy of Dental-Facial Esthetics (ADFE),&nbsp;Fellow<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/jamesklimdental.com\/index.php\/fellow-in-the-academy-of-general-dentistry-fagd\/\">Academy of General Dentistry (AGD),&nbsp;Fellow<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nasdad.org\/\">National Association of Seventh-day Adventist Dentists (NASDAD)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.redsdentists.org\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Redwood Dental Society&nbsp;<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.ada.org\/\" rel=\"noopener\">American Dental Association<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.cda.org\/\" rel=\"noopener\">California Dental Association<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_video link=&#8221;https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=wkGcZHbqbAY&amp;feature=em-upload_owner&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_video link=&#8221;https:\/\/youtu.be\/DBLO9mv-aos&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;]<div class=\"hb-no-frame   hb-animate-element hb-scale-up\"><span><a><img src=\"https:\/\/jamesklimdental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/jamesandkarie.jpg\" width=\"200\" height=\"291\" alt=\"Image\"\/><\/a><\/span><\/div>[\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;]<div class=\"hb-no-frame   hb-animate-element hb-scale-up\"><span><a><img src=\"https:\/\/jamesklimdental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/Screen-Shot-2016-04-07-at-8.45.33-PM.png\" width=\"200\" height=\"291\" alt=\"Image\"\/><\/a><\/span><\/div>[\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;]<div class=\"hb-no-frame   hb-animate-element hb-scale-up\"><span><a><img src=\"https:\/\/jamesklimdental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/10409109_10205192118745479_4770181172492112456_n.jpg\" width=\"200\" height=\"291\" alt=\"Image\"\/><\/a><\/span><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]<div class=\"shortcode-wrapper shortcode-teaser\"><div class=\"hb-teaser-column\"><div class=\"teaser-content alignleft\"><h6 class=\"special\">Personal Pursuits<\/h6>Destiny was meant for me and my fourth-grade friend, Karie. Twenty-seven years later, after completing our advanced degrees we became reacquainted through a unique series of events, and we decided to begin our life together. On-lookers jokingly said it would never work with both of us contributing two kitties to the union! Together, we have strong commitments to our family, friends, church, and adopted pets. We enjoy traveling, camping, remodeling our home, or just enjoying a good book together.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.realself.com\/find\/California\/San-Francisco\/Cosmetic-Dentist\/James-Klim\">Dr. Klim<\/a>\u00a0is pleased to serve patients in the San Francisco, Santa Rosa, Sonoma, and Bay Area, California areas.<\/div><\/div><!-- END .hb-teaser-column --><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]<div class=\"hb-no-frame   hb-animate-element hb-top-to-bottom\"><span><a><img src=\"https:\/\/jamesklimdental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/Screen-Shot-2016-04-07-at-8.50.47-PM.png\" width=\"843\" height=\"270\" alt=\"Image\"\/><\/a><\/span><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]<div class=\"shortcode-wrapper shortcode-teaser\"><div class=\"hb-teaser-column\"><div class=\"teaser-content alignleft\"><h6 class=\"special\">Educational Career<\/h6>Founded and directed by James Klim DDS, the Klim Institute\/CADStar&#8217;s is a dental postgraduate center with the purpose to develop and educate dentists and the dental team on systematic techniques to simplify chairside 3D and CAD\/CAM (CEREC) dentistry though hands-on courses and online CEREC training.<\/p>\n<p>With over 30\u00a0years of experience in adhesive and ceramic dentistry, Dr. Klim is respected for his\u00a0sound restorative clinical and adhesive techniques that will make the dental restorative CAD\/CAM process predictable for success in the clinical theater.<\/div><\/div><!-- END .hb-teaser-column --><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_video link=&#8221;https:\/\/youtu.be\/xqPFW8cjCfk&#8221; title=&#8221;Dental Opinion Leader&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_video link=&#8221;https:\/\/youtu.be\/x6f1C3brePU&#8221; title=&#8221;Panel at Siroworld&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_video link=&#8221;https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=u583w9hj1KY&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;] Dr. James Klim \u2013 Cosmetic &amp; Restorative Dentist in Santa Rosa, CA DDS, FAGD, FADFE, AAACD, PC Serving [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/jamesklimdental.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/5425"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/jamesklimdental.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/jamesklimdental.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jamesklimdental.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jamesklimdental.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=5425"}],"version-history":[{"count":36,"href":"https:\/\/jamesklimdental.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/5425\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":6847,"href":"https:\/\/jamesklimdental.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/5425\/revisions\/6847"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/jamesklimdental.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=5425"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}