Meet Our Staff

Karen H. Klocko, DDS
From the age of 12, Karen knew that she wanted to be a dentist, and her passion for the profession has only grown greater over the years. Karen earned a bachelor’s degree in chemistry from the University of Maryland in 1978 and then graduated with honors from the Case Western Reserve University School of Dentistry in Cleveland, Ohio, in 1985. That year, she earned two prestigious honors: She was named Outstanding Senior Woman Dental Student by the American Association of Women Dentists and Outstanding Senior in Oral Pathology by the American Association of Oral Pathology. She then returned to Maryland to do her dental General Practice Residency at The Johns Hopkins Hospital.

Karen opened her own practice in Crofton in 1987, and began giving lectures throughout the region on a wide range of topics related to risk management and new techniques in dental care. But her love of esthetics led her to spend years (beginning in 1997) studying coast to coast with “the best of the best” – Peter Dawson, DDS, of the Center for Advanced Dental Study in Florida; Frank Spear, DDS, MSD, of the Seattle Institute for Advanced Dental Education; and Jimmy Eubank, DDS, of the Eubank Teaching Institute in Texas. She created her own continuing education coursework plan, not only to expand her knowledge and enhance her practice, but also to bring the greatest possible benefit to her patients. Dr. Klocko continues a vigorous schedule of continuing education to bring the best care to her patients.

Karen is the mother of three children – Caroline, MaryKate and Libby – and in her “spare” time, she is an avid reader, enjoys skiing and is learning to play golf. 

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Betty Hunt, BSDH, Dental Hygienist
A 1979 graduate of Old Dominion University with a bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene, Betty has worked at the Klocko Center for seven years. She enjoys her work and helping patients achieve good dental health. She has excellent motivational skills to keep patients focused on their oral hygiene.

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Debbie Parkinson, QDA, Qualified Dental Assistant
Debbie has worked in dentistry for 24 years since her graduation from Prince George’s Community College with an Associates Degree in dental assisting. She is radiology certified and has found her talent in being able to pick matching tooth shades quickly and accurately. Debbie is also a Maryland Emergency Medical Technician and former Volunteer Firefighter for Prince Georges County. Her outside interests include crocheting, crafts of all kinds and riding her Harley.

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Tiffany Moore, Office Manager and Financial Coordinator
With 10 years of experience in the dental field, Tiffany is skilled in all dental insurance codes, helping patients maximize their insurance benefits. Despite their ever-changing nature, she enjoys staying current with all of the new financing options and insurance plans, with the goal of helping patients afford needed dental care. Tiffany also enjoys the cosmetic aspect of the Klocko Center’s mission, and takes pride in helping people achieve the smile of their dreams.

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Gail Kramer, Recare Coordinator
The mother of two boys and a busy member of several community organizations in Crofton, Gail joined the Klocko Center last year. Her responsibility is to contact patients who are due for a dental exam and to schedule their appointments at their convenience. Gail is a familiar face to many as a volunteer with the Crofton Athletic Council and Crofton Swim and Tennis Club.

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Elsie Marks, QDA, Qualified Dental Assistant
The mother of two boys and a busy part time photographer, Elsie joined the Klocko Center in 2001. Elsie took some time off to raise her boys and returned to our office in 2012. In addition to assisting, she uses her photography skills to take the patient�s after treatment glamour portraits as well as designs the print ads.

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