Dr. Kladias was born and raised in the Lehigh Valley and graduated with highest honors from Liberty High School. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Biology with honors from Lehigh University, where she was inducted into Omicron Delta Kappa national leadership honorary society, and 'Who 's Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges'.Sheearned herDoctorate inDental Medicine from the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine in 1989.

Dr. Kladias has been in private practice since 1990, following the completion of the General Practice Residency Program atThe Allentown Hospital-Lehigh Valley Hospital Center, where she gained experience caring for medically and physically compromised individuals of all ages. She also was Director of the General Practice Residency Program at Sacred Heart Hospital from 1993-1996, where she was selected as Teacher of the Year in 1996.

In order to maintain the highest quality of care possible, Dr. Kladias is committed to regularly attending continuing education courses taught by leaders in the profession. In 1997, she received the Academy of General Dentistry's prestigious Fellowship Award, after completing more than 500 hours of continuing education within ten years and passing a rigorous Fellowship examination.

Dr. Kladias was an active member of the Department of Dental Medicineof Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) from 1990 -2013 and volunteered teaching and supervising the dental residents. She also served as Chair of the Department of Dental Medicine at LVHN from 2001-2008, where she provided leadership for the'Miles of Smiles' Dental Van initiative. In 2007, she was honored with the Medical Staff Team Builder Award. Shealso completed LVHN 'stwo-year Institute for Physician Leadershp Programin 2008.

Our exceptional, friendly team is our greatest asset. Our dental assistant and hygienists are licensed professionals who pride themselves on staying on the cutting edge of dentistry and patient communication. They are excited about what they are doing, have high standards of quality and integrity, and are motivated to achieve the best results for our family of patients.

Our dedicated and motivated team has one primary goalyour utmost comfort! We feel its important that you understand the treatment that youll be receiving so that you can relax during the procedure. Our team is eager to answer any questions regarding your dental care. Please feel free to share with us your needs and concerns.

Kim was born and raised in Northampton and has lived in the Lehigh Valley her entire life. She comes to our practice with over 25 years of dental practice experience. She is the go-to person for any of your scheduling, billing, or insurance needs. Hers is the friendly voice that answers the phone and the warm smile that greets you when you walk through our door! When not at work, Kim enjoys spending time with her family, which includes her husband, 2 daughters and several fur babies. Her hobbies include cooking, baking, and gardening.

Angelina was born in Brooklyn, New York and came to the Lehigh Valley in 1998. She joins our practice with 21 years of dental assistant/radiology experience, graduating from Lehigh Valley Dental Institute in 2000. Angelina is passionate about chairside assisting and is respectful, professional and friendly. She prides herself in ensuring all patients are comfortable during their visits. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, baking and spending time with her beloved children and grandson.

Debbie, who has a great passion for engaging and helping her patients become healthier,joined our team in 2000. A year after she graduated fromNorthampton Community College with her Dental Hygiene degree, she worked and trained in Alaska for a year. When Debbie returned to the Lehigh Valley, she was mentored by a local periodontist who took her to conferences at the American Academy of Periodontologywhere she attended courses. Debbie, whowas a clinical instructor for five years at the Northampton Community College Dental Clinic, has excellent clinical skills.She has also studied under a naturopathic physician and registered dental hygienist to better understand the total health picture. Debbie has served as Past President of the Lehigh Valley Dental Hygiene Association and is a distinguished member of the Academy of Dental Hygiene, maintaining overtwenty hours of continuing education a year.

Karen has worked in the dental field for more than 24 years. She started as a Dental Assistant working with Lehigh Valley Dental Assisting Institute, obtained her CDA from Harcum College then furthered her career by graduating from Northampton Community College's Dental Hygiene program Class of 2005. She was an integral part in coordinating the Healthy Smiles, Happy Kids Mobile Dental Van from 2007 to 2014. Her goal has always been about patient care and comfort no matter working with children or adults. Karen is always willing and eager to share tips on improving home care and educating patients about their dental needs. Healthy living is her priority. She enjoys walking and tending the family garden.