A local dentist has been charged with nine counts of Criminal Sexual Conduct

45-year-old Charles William Howenstine was arrested after an investigation began in August. Michigan State Police say Howenstine is the principal dentist and owner at St. Joseph Dentistry.

However, this information has been removed from the business’ website since the investigation.

Howenstine was arrested on October 9 and released on a $20,000 bond. His preliminary hearing is scheduled for October 23.