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Capitol Dental Center is a general dentistry practice in St.

About Capitol Dental Center PLC
Tucked in the Town Square skyway with validated parking, this downtown St. Paul practice has treated the same families' kids for decades under Dr. Mike.
Capitol Dental Center PLC is a general dental practice that also offers clear aligners for patients needing orthodontic correction. Its downtown skyway location near the Green Line and validated parking makes it a convenient stop for people working in the area, and long-term patients describe bringing multiple generations of children here over the years. Dr. Mike is frequently mentioned for explaining treatment plans step by step and for personally following up with patients after procedures like extractions.
Summary of 82 patient reviews, January 2021–May 2026, updated September 2026
Capitol Dental Center is a general dentistry practice in St.
Paul, Minnesota, founded in 1979 and led by Dr. Michael Schafhauser. The practice offers routine dental care including check-ups, cleanings, and preventive treatments to maintain optimal oral health.
Treatments offered
Who They Treat
Capitol Dental Center PLC provides orthodontic treatment for the following age groups:
Technology & Equipment
Capitol Dental Center PLC uses modern orthodontic technology to deliver precise, comfortable treatment.
Orthodontists at this office
Dr. Michael Schafhauser, DDS
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Insurance accepted
2 plans listedWhat patients say
Latest review 5 months ago
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Who it suits
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Orthodontic care in reviews
Few reviews discuss orthodontic treatment specifically; the feedback above reflects general dental visits.
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| Friendly staff | 35 | 1 |
| The dentist | 20 | 0 |
| Gentle, comfortable care | 15 | 0 |
| Great with kids | 10 | 0 |
| Clear explanations | 8 | 1 |
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Recent reviews from Google
I’ve been coming here for over twenty years and Dr. Mike and his friendly staff have always done excellent work and given great service. I moved about twenty five minutes away and it’s still worth it.
Dr Mike & Dr Steen are AWESOME!! I've never had major work on my teeth. I had 1 pulled yesterday, Dr Steen was done before I knew it. No pain, except for numbing shot. Dr Steen even called me at home that afternoon to see how I was doing. The ladies are also Awesome. Thank you for the finest care.
DR Mike and Dr Mike our Great Dentists. They are knowledgeable, friendly and resourceful in their practice!! Dr Schafhauser has been my family's dentist since he started his practice and all of my children still come back for their dental work. I would recommend them to all of my friends for their dental care!! Sincerely, Debbie Montgomery
I went as a first time client a few months ago. The staffs were nice and I received a gift basket from them. I rescheduled my appointments due to my busy hours and when I called the clinic 45 minutes before my appointment due to waking up late and they have a 10 minutes late policy. The front desk receptionist named Sue had an attitude saying “If you’re going to make an appointment, you have to keep it.” Is it not rude to call to reschedule rather than not showing up at all? I would rather not be where I’m not welcomed.
I had a great experience at this office! I easily got an appointment for the next day. The staff were friendly, and I didn't have to wait long. They worked well together and explained everything clearly. The office was clean and modern. And to top it off, they even gave me a gift! I'm very happy with my visit and give them 5 stars. I highly recommend them!
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