Michele Claeys Dentistry

2920 Professional Pkwy, Augusta, GA 30907
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Opens today at 8:00am
SundayClosed
Monday8:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday8:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday8:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday8:30am - 5:30pm
Friday8:00am - 3:00pm
SaturdayClosed

For many, dry mouth is just annoying, and not a serious problem. But for some it can lead to other serious conditions. Saliva keeps the tissues in our mouths well lubricated, keeps out teeth clean, and helps digest food. Inadequate saliva can be uncomfortable, lead to problems eating and speaking, and contribute to tooth decay.

While aging itself is responsible for some dry mouth, most cases are due to the side effects of medications. There are literally hundreds of medications that list dry mouth as a side effect. Dr. Michele Claeys can help determine the particular causes of your dry mouth, and help rule out rarer but more serious conditions.

If a medication is the cause, your physician may be able to prescribe an alternate medication. Many common sense approaches will also help, including taking frequent sips of water and stimulating saliva with sugar free gum or candy. Reducing your intake of caffeine, carbonated beverages and alcohol may also help.

Consult Dr. Michele Claeys to rule out some serious conditions that reduce the flow of saliva. Once she has ruled out other causes, Dr. Michele Claeys will recommend some simple remedies. There are also some oral rinses and artificial saliva products available. She will recommend that you be especially vigilant about oral hygiene, since inadequate saliva can increase your chance of tooth decay.

Continuing Education:Our office completes many hours yearly in continuing education courses, including certification in CPR/OSHA requirements in infection control; digital radiography; sedation dentistry; laser dentistry; oral cancer screenings; Invisalign (braces); and periodontal assessments.

Family:married, husband, Floyd who has a career in insurance sales as well as church choir director at Harlem UMC. Daughter: Lindsey, Registered Nurse at Doctors Hospital. Step-daughter: Kathryn, Business Major/stay at home mom with one son, Alden and husband, Andrew. Step-son: Stephen, musician and currently pursuing a Masters Degree in Music Therapy. Grandson: Alden, two and one half years of age. Pet Dog: Ali, Chihuahua.

In Brief:I love my career as a Dental Hygienist. I thank Michele who makes me laugh everyday; my co-workers who I lean on everyday; and especially I love my patients for sharing their lives with me and making hygiene fun. I look forward to meeting new patients and allowing our dental team to improve their dental health.

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Rating 4.3 out of 5 based on 62 reviews

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F.J. REESE COLLIER
2 years ago
Nothing but the Best!!! Office and staff are TOP NOTCH. Actually look forward to EVERY visit...


Sara Rapp
2 years ago
Being scared to go for 20+ years, I needed someone understanding. I chose Michele because she could use sedation to get the job done. I struggled with just a few X-Rays and a look in my mouth -- my anxiety was overwhelming. She did everything to not only make my visit pain free but I was comfortable; I did have a few painful areas but they were fast resolve that to keep me comfortable. By far the best care I've had in the dental industry from multiple failed ones. If you want someone who truly cares from top to bottom, Michele and her crew are amazing!! I wished I knew about her (and got over my fear to call) sooner!


Anthony Evans
2 years ago
Dr. Claeys is great. She's professional but also a down to earth, funny and humble person. She'll tell you exactly how it is and break down a good priority list for you if you need extensive dental work, she told me what was worth my money to do first, and the prices her office gave as estimates were accurate, no surprise fees. I actually find her prices reasonable too. I don't have insurance so paying out of pocket is usually pretty expensive for dental work but this office sets prices at a rate normal people can afford. My recovery for wisdom teeth removal was so smooth compared to what I seen my wife go through from another doctor. I will continue to come to Dr. Claeys for any needs and routine care and my wife will as well.


fusion reborn
2 years ago
I called and was able to be seen the same day. I am overwhelmed with joy, love, peace. Everyone there was friendly, nice, loving, kind and caring. I was treated with respect and gentleness. I came in with tears and walked out with joy. I'm thankful for everyone there and their part of helping them. Thanks for be Team Awesome!!!


Monica Smith
2 years ago
Would not recommend at all.


fusion reborn
3 years ago
I called and was able to be seen the same day. I am overwhelmed with joy, love, peace. Everyone there was friendly, nice, loving, kind and caring. I was treated with respect and gentleness. I came in with tears and walked out with joy. I'm thankful for everyone there and their part of helping them. Thanks for be Team Awesome!!!


Monica Smith
3 years ago
Would not recommend at all.


Teresa Callahan
3 years ago
Excellent!!!! Beyond satisfied. I'm terrified of procedures, enough to bring on panic attacks. My dentist sent me to who he recommended for a root canal. I did a "meeting" first. I'm sure he was very competent but I did not feel he understood my panic concern and did not explain the sedation he used well as Michele did. Michelle and her staff, especially Stephanie did a marvelous job at putting my concerns at ease and explaining in a way that calmed my fears. I felt they took my concern seriously. I felt part of the group there not just a patient. I was really comfortable and for me that is saying a lot in itself. I'll be back if I need any procedure. This office is wonderful!!!


Richard Gordon
3 years ago
Growing up in the south dental hygiene was a very low priority in my family. Consequently my mouth was a nightmare. If I were a dentist and I had a patient walk in with a mouth like mine I would have either fainted or ask them to leave. After seeing my mouth for the first time I watched Dr Claeys Adam apple slide down her throat as she swallowed. DrClaeys has performed many surgical procedures in my mouth as well as taught me the importance of good dental hygiene for the last 30 years. Being in the medical business for 40 years I've seen many very smart people. Dr Clary's is in the top 5 for her undying pursuit of knowledge, and her desire to help people like me. I'm happy to say all is now good in my mouth. Many thanks to her excellent staff.


Deborah Gordon
3 years ago
I was concerned about going to get my teeth cleaned because of Covid19. I decided to go after speaking with her office on the measures they were taking to care for their patients. I pulled into a spot that was numbered, then called her office to let them know I was there, and when my chair was ready I was taken straight to it, after filling out a form and temp taken. I was even checked out while in my chair, so I could go straight back to my car after the cleaning. The office was so clean, extremely clean. I felt comfortable having it done. Everyone was in their PPE. I've had many procedures done by Dr. Claey's. She is an amazing dentist and her staff is awesome. She has taken good care of me and my family for the last 25 years. Thank you guys for taking care of your patients during this scary time.


Michelle
3 years ago
Great care and wonderful staff!


George Dixon
3 years ago
Called on 6/1/2020 because I had an emergency. I was told they couldn't see me until 6/18..... I guess an emergency can wait 17 days


Richard Gordon
4 years ago
Growing up in the south dental hygiene was a very low priority in my family. Consequently my mouth was a nightmare. If I were a dentist and I had a patient walk in with a mouth like mine I would have either fainted or ask them to leave. After seeing my mouth for the first time I watched Dr Claeys Adam apple slide down her throat as she swallowed. DrClaeys has performed many surgical procedures in my mouth as well as taught me the importance of good dental hygiene for the last 30 years. Being in the medical business for 40 years I've seen many very smart people. Dr Clary's is in the top 5 for her undying pursuit of knowledge, and her desire to help people like me. I'm happy to say all is now good in my mouth. Many thanks to her excellent staff.


George Dixon
4 years ago
Called on 6/1/2020 because I had an emergency. I was told they couldn't see me until 6/18..... I guess an emergency can wait 17 days


Michelle
4 years ago
Great care and wonderful staff!


Deborah Gordon
4 years ago
I was concerned about going to get my teeth cleaned because of Covid19. I decided to go after speaking with her office on the measures they were taking to care for their patients. I pulled into a spot that was numbered, then called her office to let them know I was there, and when my chair was ready I was taken straight to it, after filling out a form and temp taken. I was even checked out while in my chair, so I could go straight back to my car after the cleaning. The office was so clean, extremely clean. I felt comfortable having it done. Everyone was in their PPE. I've had many procedures done by Dr. Claey's. She is an amazing dentist and her staff is awesome. She has taken good care of me and my family for the last 25 years. Thank you guys for taking care of your patients during this scary time.


Teresa Callahan
4 years ago
Excellent!!!! Beyond satisfied. I'm terrified of procedures, enough to bring on panic attacks. My dentist sent me to who he recommended for a root canal. I did a "meeting" first. I'm sure he was very competent but I did not feel he understood my panic concern and did not explain the sedation he used well as Michele did. Michelle and her staff, especially Stephanie did a marvelous job at putting my concerns at ease and explaining in a way that calmed my fears. I felt they took my concern seriously. I felt part of the group there not just a patient. I was really comfortable and for me that is saying a lot in itself. I'll be back if I need any procedure. This office is wonderful!!!


Vero C
4 years ago
This place it's the worst! Worst "service" the front desk staff it's incompetent. Don't give this people your business!


Melissa caraballo
4 years ago
I went to this dentist for a root canal.., not only was it not successful I had pain after a few days,and she tried ripping my crowns out.this dentist is not fit to be a dentist! She stated I needed 30,000 in work because she was trying to destroy the work I already had done by a professional in Southern California. Considering a lawsuit.i had more damage then when I went.please be careful when choosing a dentist.im literally traumatized! I'm second guessing her degree in dentistry.she tried taking teeth out I did not want removed.unless there's some psychological issue with this dentist I'm so shocked and disgusted.said I need braces and yet my teeth are very straight!


Jasmine Dudley
4 years ago
Worst dentist office ever. I went on a Friday to get fillings and she didn't take her time to do them. I felt like everything was being rushed and on top of that my fillings hurt for two months straight. After the pain finally faded away I went to another dentistry in Grayson and had no issues. This office will NEVER see me again! Goodbye and good riddance.


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