Dr. Klein and the team at Alpine Dental have worked and trained extensively to build a practice that exceeds your expectations of trusted, personalized dental care. They consistently offer only the best that modern dentistry has to offer by keeping themselves informed on the latest advances and available techniques.
Dr. Debora Klein earned her dental doctorate in 1981 from Northwestern University. She has been the primary practitioner and owner of Alpine Dental Practice since its inception. While Dr. Klein is a highly trained and experienced general dentist, she specializes in treating people with issues like bruxism, jaw pain, headaches and sleep apnea through the use of oral appliances. She is one of the few dentists in Illinois who specializes in these types of treatment and has attended extensive continuing education specifically related to these disorders.
Dr. Klein is the first woman in the state of Illinois to be board certified by bothThe American Academy of Craniofacial PainandThe American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine. Her vast knowledge, outgoing personality and compassionate demeanor will make you feel at ease while in her care.
Our doctors priorities are patient comfort and satisfaction. The entire team at Alpine Dental looks forward to your visit and showing you the many ways in which personalized dental care can improve your life.
Dr. Christian Nolten, born and raised in Madison, Wisconsin, has moved to the Chicago area and joined the Alpine Dental team! Dr. Nolten obtained his DMD at Temple University School of Dentistry, completed his residency at the University of Michigan, and has been practicing dentistry for the past twelve years. His thirst for continuing education is evident in his lengthy CV in prosthetics, perio and restorative implant dentistry. Christian is skilled in CAD/CAM dentistry as well as extensive experience in removable prosthodontics and sleep apnea therapy. Most recently he received advanced TMJ/TMD treatment training at Duke University.
His desire to help his community is clear from a lengthy nursing home staff position where he placed dentures for numerous elderly patients as well as a mission trip in 2019 to serve the people of Guatemala.
Jo is our office manager. Jo brings with her many skills acquired in her work history, including having worked in attorneys offices as well as being office manager for manufacturers reps in the toy industry for 15 years. Jo feels it a privilege to be working with such a talented, skilled staff at Alpine Dental. She appreciates the friendly, caring attitude of every member of our staff which translates to excellence for our patients.
Tammy graduated from Harper College with an Associates of Applied Science degree in Dental Hygiene in 1995 and has been with Alpine Dental for over a decade and our patients love her knowledge of their oral care, as well as her thorough yet gentle touch and warm smile. She loves her job at Alpine Dental because the staff and the patients feel like family to her. Her passion is for her patients health and well-being.
We are thrilled to introduce you to our newest team member, Rosemary! Rosemary graduated from Marquette University in 1987 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Dental Hygiene. She comes to us with 29 years of experience performing preventive dentistry and patient education with a gentle touch and encouraging smile. Rosemary is excited to be part of the progressive and enthusiastic team at Alpine Dental and looks forward to meeting our patients and helping them achieve optimal oral health.
Mark has been at Alpine Dental since the fall of 2017 and has been learning the fields of orthodontics, medical sleep dentistry, and the use of orthopedic appliances. In the past three years, Mark has become skilled with the fabrication of oral appliances. Every day offers wonderful opportunities to better understand the extensive yet understated benefits and importance of correcting sleep disorders and TMD, in addition to providing general dentistry to all our patients.
Mark feels it is an enormous privilege to work with Dr. Klein (Mom) and all the extraordinary staff and enriching environment at Alpine Dental. Alpine Dental has afforded Mark the chance to share his passion for helping others and satiate a hunger for knowledge so as to improve the lives of each patient, one day at a time.
Mark is passionate about his wife and daughter and is a diehard lover of all things nature, as well as music, arts science, engineering and so much more. He considers himself very fortunate to have such an amazing family, coworkers, and patients and lives in unyielding gratitude every day for all of it.
Kristine joined the Alpine Dental team in August 2020. She brings with her 36 years of dental experience. Originally trained as a certified general dental assistant, she left the general dental world and pursued a career as a surgical assistant. Kris became a certified anesthesia assistant and worked in the field of oral surgery for 5 years before returning to general dentistry. Kristine is a CPR instructor as well.
She brings with her a wealth of knowledge in complex restorative dentistry, an understanding of occlusion and the importance it has on whole-body health. She enjoys developing strong relationships with patients and their care is of the utmost importance. Kristine enjoys working with such a skilled, professional, and caring staff.
Kristine has 3 grown children (2 daughters and 1 son). She enjoys spending time with her 2 dogs Gabby and Addison and her companion Christopher. She spends her free time boating, running, cooking, and 4-wheeling around the trails in Apple Canyon Lake.
Amy has been a part of Alpine Dental since 1986. She loves working with the team and is passionate with helping patients. Her dedication and enthusiasm makes every experience enjoyable and stress-free. Amy uses her many skills to provide excellent patient care. She is also very knowledgeable when it comes to both medical and dental insurance, and can help maximize your benefits.
Helga began working at Alpine Dental in April 2015. Prior to joining our team, she worked 3 years as a Pharmacy Technician at a small, independent pharmacy, and 25 years providing Administrative and Customer Service support in the corporate world. Helga, very much, enjoys working with all of the friendly and knowledgeable staff at Alpine Dental, as well as meeting and serving all of our patients.
We hope this letter finds you and your family in good health. Our communities have been through a lot over the last few months and all of us are looking forward to resuming our normal habits and routines. While many things have changed, one thing has remained the same: our offices commitment to your safety.
Infection control has always been a top priority in our practice. We follow recommendations and guidelines made by theAmerican Dental Association (ADA), theCenters for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and theOccupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). This allows us to make sure that our infection control procedures are up-to-date and enables us to provide the safest environment for our patients and their family members.
We will start to see patients for routine visits June 1. We ask that you please be patient and understand that we will do our best to accommodate your scheduling needs as we know many of you are anxious to get back into our office.
Upon arrival at our office,call us from your carto let us know you have arrived. A staff member will come out to greet you. Please leave all your possessions at home or in your car (including coat, purse, etc.) except for your car keys.
Every person entering the office is expected to wear a face covering (one will be provided if you do not have one) and will be asked to sanitize their hands immediately upon entry. We will confirm no fever with a contactless thermometer upon your arrival.
An Aerus Air Scrubber has just been installed in the office which will virtually eliminate contagions in the air rendering the office air 100% free of airborne toxins for the health and safety of all patients and staff.
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Rating 4.5 out of 5 based on 23 reviews
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2 years ago
Monsters that want to hijack your temple. Do Not trust them.
LiAna Modder
2 years ago
The staff is kind and knowledgeable. They explain their process and why. I'm very happy with my experiences at this office.
Rose Libutti
2 years ago
Great dentist!
Grady Melancon
2 years ago
I had a very bad past experience with a different dentist at a different office so I was quite nervous about going to see any dentist but at Alpine Dental they really took the time to make sure I was comfortable. They explained everything thoroughly and checked on my regularly. I will definitely be continuing my dental care for me and my whole family at Alpine Dental.
Jennifer Biggs
2 years ago
I don't know how ANYONE can rate them less than 5 stars. It boggles my mind. Prior to me coming here, I wouldn't be caught dead in a dentist. My anxiety was through the roof. Laughing gas and a sedative and I'd still need to sit upright in the chair (hyperventilation and lack of control scared the bejeesus out of me). Fast forward, I'm coming every 4 months for cleanings with ZERO sedative or nitrous and I ENJOY my visits! Dr. Nolten is INCREDIBLE, Tammy is beyond amazing. And I just love the whole staff. Lucky for them (haha) I passed down my anxious genes to my kids. Add in a little sensory with both of them and they, too, were hard to calm. Tammy has worked miracles with them both and they love Dr. Nolten too! Helga is such a warm person to talk to, I just love chatting with her at the front. I truly cannot thank them enough. You are all amazing and have been so patient with us. THANK YOU.
Donna Wright
2 years ago
Dr Klein does a wonderful job and have been seeing her quite a few years. They are very professional and very friendly too.
Liesl Ignoffo
2 years ago
I called for an emergency dental visit for my 81 year old father! They were very helpful and fast to want to help him with his pain! Called me back within minutes and made 1st appt! My Dad said everyone was very nice helpful and knowledgeable! He will be going back for 2nd and 3rd appts:)
Liesl Ignoffo
3 years ago
I called for an emergency dental visit for my 81 year old father! They were very helpful and fast to want to help him with his pain! Called me back within minutes and made 1st appt! My Dad said everyone was very nice helpful and knowledgeable! He will be going back for 2nd and 3rd appts:)
Jessica Wagner
3 years ago
So impressed with Alpine. I have seen multiple dentists for the same issue over the past 10 years, I am finally getting some real answers. Super knowledgeable.
Jessica Wagner
4 years ago
So impressed with Alpine. I have seen multiple dentists for the same issue over the past 10 years, I am finally getting some real answers. Super knowledgeable.
conor trier
4 years ago
Best dentist ever!! All the girls are super friendly and nice great experience highly recommended
conor trier
5 years ago
Best dentist ever!! All the girls are super friendly and nice great experience highly recommended
linda snyder
5 years ago
I have been seeing Dr. Klein since the mid 1990s. After I got married, she readily agreed to see my husband as well. She and Dr. Nova are brilliant, extremely competent, gentle, and compassionate with knowledge that is ever growing and up-to-date with technology. Dr. Klein has gathered a staff of equal compassion and competence. They all take the time to know us, to listen well, and to treat and care for us as entire, complete humans and not just isolated groups of teeth. The sense of humor among them is infectious and their kindness puts everyone at ease. They try very hard to accommodate our schedules. Having had a horrendous experience with dentists in childhood, I could not have found a more understanding dentist who cares about the health of my teeth and my overall health and well-being. I would recommend her and Alpine Dental to all my family and friends without hesitation.
Linda Johnson
5 years ago
A neighbor suggested I try Dr. Klein and her dental services when I moved to Barrington; that suggestion was my good fortune! Every person there is on the same team, puts the patient first, and knows their stuff. They have provided me with the best cleanings and the best denistry I've had in my 70 years. Recently, they saw to my dental work during my cancer treatments. Their state-of-the-art technology, continuing education, and preventive care have made all the difference to my dental well-being. I am lucky to have found them.
Michael Sievers
5 years ago
Dr Klein and her staff have been taking care of my families dental needs for over 20 years and highly recommend Alpine Dental for there expertise and service.
Dave Snyder
5 years ago
It is amazing! I have sleep apnea a malady usually associated with weight problems - for me at 5'7", 155 lbs isn't true. When I told Dr. Klein of the diagnosis she didn't hesitate - "I can see why!" Wait, one look at my mouth and she knew I had apnea? No doctor had taken time to evaluate my oral health and she knew with one look! As a young adult vanity was a problem so my crooked teeth sent me to a DDS for corrective appliances. Back in the 70's if there wan't enough room in your mouth, teeth were removed. What wasn't understood at the time is, removing teeth reduces the space for your tongue so when you sleep you tongue goes down your throat and apnea follows. Thanks to Dr. Klein I no longer have a CPAP and my wife no longer sleeps with Darth Vader. The oral appliance she designed has made a big difference in my sleep. Personally, I feel the appliance works better than the CPAP ever did. Dr. Klein and her staff do so much more than general dentistry they look at your whole health situation. My wife and I drive from Carpentersville, the time and trip are well worth the effort. Dr. Klein is one of a rare breed that cares completely about her patients not just their teeth. David Snyder
Dave Snyder
6 years ago
It is amazing! I have sleep apnea a malady usually associated with weight problems - for me at 5'7", 155 lbs isn't true. When I told Dr. Klein of the diagnosis she didn't hesitate - "I can see why!" Wait, one look at my mouth and she knew I had apnea? No doctor had taken time to evaluate my oral health and she knew with one look! As a young adult vanity was a problem so my crooked teeth sent me to a DDS for corrective appliances. Back in the 70's if there wan't enough room in your mouth, teeth were removed. What wasn't understood at the time is, removing teeth reduces the space for your tongue so when you sleep you tongue goes down your throat and apnea follows. Thanks to Dr. Klein I no longer have a CPAP and my wife no longer sleeps with Darth Vader. The oral appliance she designed has made a big difference in my sleep. Personally, I feel the appliance works better than the CPAP ever did. Dr. Klein and her staff do so much more than general dentistry they look at your whole health situation. My wife and I drive from Carpentersville, the time and trip are well worth the effort. Dr. Klein is one of a rare breed that cares completely about her patients not just their teeth. David Snyder
Mary Adams
6 years ago
I am so happy with the results of my treatment plan. I came in with a dislocated jaw and very crooked teeth. With the help of Dr. Klein and team , I no longer have any pain and can smile again with confidence. The staff did not just treat the symptoms but got to the root cause of the issue. I could not be more greatful!
linda snyder
6 years ago
I have been seeing Dr. Klein since the mid 1990s. After I got married, she readily agreed to see my husband as well. She and Dr. Nova are brilliant, extremely competent, gentle, and compassionate with knowledge that is ever growing and up-to-date with technology. Dr. Klein has gathered a staff of equal compassion and competence. They all take the time to know us, to listen well, and to treat and care for us as entire, complete humans and not just isolated groups of teeth. The sense of humor among them is infectious and their kindness puts everyone at ease. They try very hard to accommodate our schedules. Having had a horrendous experience with dentists in childhood, I could not have found a more understanding dentist who cares about the health of my teeth and my overall health and well-being. I would recommend her and Alpine Dental to all my family and friends without hesitation.
Linda Johnson
6 years ago
A neighbor suggested I try Dr. Klein and her dental services when I moved to Barrington; that suggestion was my good fortune! Every person there is on the same team, puts the patient first, and knows their stuff. They have provided me with the best cleanings and the best denistry I've had in my 70 years. Recently, they saw to my dental work during my cancer treatments. Their state-of-the-art technology, continuing education, and preventive care have made all the difference to my dental well-being. I am lucky to have found them.
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