Schaefer Dental Group Okemos

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Schaefer Dental Group Okemos General dental office, providing specialist care and procedures in a professional, family friendly environment.

Healthy pocket vs Periodontal disease pocket!
09/13/2026

Healthy pocket vs Periodontal disease pocket!

It took 25 minutes to capture this single dental X-ray.In 1896, German dentist Dr. Otto Walkhoff volunteered himself for...
07/17/2026

It took 25 minutes to capture this single dental X-ray.

In 1896, German dentist Dr. Otto Walkhoff volunteered himself for an experiment that would change dentistry forever. With a small glass photographic plate placed inside his own mouth, he created what is widely recognized as the world's first dental radiograph—only months after X-rays were first discovered.

The exposure reportedly lasted about 25 minutes, making the procedure painful and far riskier than modern dental imaging. But when the image was developed, it demonstrated something revolutionary: for the first time, dentists could see beneath the surface of teeth and jawbone without performing surgery.

That historic breakthrough laid the foundation for modern dental diagnosis. Over the decades, dental X-rays became an essential tool for detecting hidden tooth decay, infections, impacted teeth, bone loss, cysts, fractures, and many other conditions long before they become visible or cause serious symptoms.

Today, digital dental X-rays are completed in fractions of a second using dramatically lower radiation doses, yet they all trace their origins to this remarkable experiment performed in 1896.

One courageous experiment changed the future of dentistry forever.

From all of us at Schaefer Dental Group, we want to wish you a happy Fourth of July! 🎆 I hope you travel safely, stay co...
07/04/2026

From all of us at Schaefer Dental Group, we want to wish you a happy Fourth of July! 🎆

I hope you travel safely, stay cool, enjoy time with your families, and make great summer memories! 🇺🇸

In observance of the holiday tomorrow, our office will be closed today, Friday July 3rd. We will see you all back in our office on Monday!

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07/02/2026

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Inflation around us in everything we do and buy, but insurance maximums havent changed since the 1970s....
06/16/2026

Inflation around us in everything we do and buy, but insurance maximums havent changed since the 1970s....

Brushing at night is key to cavity free teeth
06/12/2026

Brushing at night is key to cavity free teeth

Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF) is an FDA-cleared, non-invasive liquid medication applied directly to teeth to stop cavity...
05/22/2026

Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF) is an FDA-cleared, non-invasive liquid medication applied directly to teeth to stop cavity progression and reduce hypersensitivity. It is an efficient and painless alternative to traditional drilling and filling

Importance of replacing missing teeth. Implants are the best option for giving you the look and feel of a brand new toot...
05/18/2026

Importance of replacing missing teeth. Implants are the best option for giving you the look and feel of a brand new tooth while preserving bone. Set up a free consultation anytime !

You may have noticed we no longer use Lead Aprons during your routine x rays. As of February 2024, the American Dental A...
05/09/2026

You may have noticed we no longer use Lead Aprons during your routine x rays. As of February 2024, the American Dental Association (ADA) officially recommends discontinuing lead apron and thyroid collar use for dental X-rays on all patients. Modern, high-speed digital imaging technology and targeted beams have made radiation exposure negligibly low, rendering protective shielding unnecessary.

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4265 Okemos Road Ste. E
Okemos, MI
48864

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm

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