3.7
11 Ratings with 5 written Reviews
Summary
Family dentistry is our focus and passion, and that's why Dr. Kao provides an inviting, comfortable, and patient-oriented dental office that always focuses on you and your loved ones' needs. Dr. Kao and his team of professionals are extremely proud of their reputation for being gentle and friendly.
Dr. Stephen Kao began his academic career at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, one of the most renowned engineering schools in the country. Shortly after graduating with honors, he pursued his interest in the dental arts at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, graduating at the top of his class.
Among his most noted and proudest accomplishments was the completion of his residency at both the East Orange and Lyons, NJ Veterans Affairs Hospitals. His service to some of our country's bravest men and women in uniform was a great experience and an honor he won't soon forget.
Dr. Kao ran and maintained a successful dental practice down the shore before …moving to his current Rockaway location. He is now much closer to home and, more importantly, to his wonderful family.
Read More Read less Dr. Stephen Kao began his academic career at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, one of the most renowned engineering schools in the country. Shortly after graduating with honors, he pursued his interest in the dental arts at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, graduating at the top of his class.
Among his most noted and proudest accomplishments was the completion of his residency at both the East Orange and Lyons, NJ Veterans Affairs Hospitals. His service to some of our country's bravest men and women in uniform was a great experience and an honor he won't soon forget.
Dr. Kao ran and maintained a successful dental practice down the shore before …moving to his current Rockaway location. He is now much closer to home and, more importantly, to his wonderful family.
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 5 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 8 areas of expertise
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Flexible scheduling
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| Dr. Stephen L Kao | Dr. Linda Joy Golden, DDS, DDS | Navneet Rai, DDS | Dr. Alan Silverstein |
| Dentistry | Dentistry | Dentistry | Dentistry |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 37 Years of Experience | |||
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English | |
| Rockaway , NJ | Roslyn Heights , NY | Newark , NJ | Kearny , NJ |
| Med School: New York University School Of Medicine | Med School: New York University College of Dentistry | ||
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Stephen L Kao
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Stephen L Kao has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Stephen L Kao has the following 8 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
Dr. Stephen L Kao holds an expired medical license in the state of New Jersey.
Medical License
Doctor Of Dental Surgery with an expired medical license in the state of New Jersey that expired in 2025.
NPI Number
Dr. Kao's NPI number is 1750453866.
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- Dr. Stephen Kao's office is located at 248 W Main St, Rockaway, NJ, 07866.
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