About James Klim, DDS, FAGD, AAACD
Dr. James Klim is a globally recognized speaker, author, manufacturing consultant, beta tester, and educator in the field of biofunctional and aesthetic CAD/CAM dentistry.
With more than 30 years of clinical experience in all-ceramic restorative dentistry, Dr. Klim excels at conveying effective clinical knowledge and techniques for integrating restorative protocols into digital platforms, ensuring predictable outcomes. He is dedicated to providing CEREC users with tools and templates that enhance their success and satisfaction in the CAD/CAM restorative arena.
A Summa cum Laude graduate and valedictorian of Loma Linda University in 1984, Dr. Klim has received prestigious academic honors from the Alpha Omega Fraternity and the Omicron Kappa Upsilon Society, along with the Prince Award from the Loma Linda University School of Dentistry.
Dr. Klim has been awarded fellowships from the Academy of General Dentistry and Academy of Dental-Facial Esthetics. He is an Accredited Member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.
Currently, Dr. Klim practices and teaches in Santa Rosa, California, and is the founder and director of the Klim Institute CADStar™ CEREC Training Center, and hosts the international cadstar.tv online CEREC training (has been viewed in over 150 countries).
With several years teaching post-graduate levels in functional and aesthetic dentistry, he is now using this experience as one of the most sought after educators in CAD/CAM dentistry. His knowledge and practical clinical experience will mentor the CEREC oriented office with further digital integration and clinical applications.
Personal Side
Destiny was meant for Dr. Klim and his fourth-grade classmate, Karie. After completing their advanced degrees they became reacquainted and married. Together, they have strong commitments to their family, friends, spiritual life, and adopted pets.
They enjoy traveling, camping, remodeling their home, or just reading a good book together. Karie is a Family and Marriage Therapist. Dr. Klim assist's Karie in directing an ongoing series of seminars with a focus on personal wholeness and relational and marriage enrichment.
