Dr. Stephen C Yao, DDS
OrthodonticsNPI: 1679693568
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Dr. Stephen Yao is a board-certified orthodontist in San Jose with nearly 20 years of experience creating beautiful, healthy smiles. He specializes in all types of braces, including Invisalign and Damon Braces, and has special expertise in handling complex orthodontic cases. Dr. Yao earned his dental degree from Harvard University and completed advanced orthodontics training at Columbia University, and he has been recognized multiple times as one of America's Top Dentists. A Bay Area native who is passionate about understanding how teeth and facial structures develop, he is currently accepting new patients and would love to help you achieve your best smile.
Specialties
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Surgical treatment of diseases, injuries, and defects of the mouth, jaw, and face
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Education & Training
- University Of Hong Kong School Of DentistryUndergraduate School, 1987
- University of California, Davis - B.S. in Biological Sciences (Neurobiology, Physiology, and Behavior Major)
- Harvard University - School of Dental Medicine, Doctorate of Dental Medicine
- University Of The Pacific Arthur A. Dugoni School Of DentistryResidency Hospital, 1994
- Columbia University - College of Dental Medicine, Masters of Orthodontics
Board Certifications
- Board-Certified Orthodontist
Credential: DDS
NPI registered: 04/02/2007
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Areas of Focus
Technology & Equipment
- Invisalign
Professional Memberships
- American Association of Orthodontists
Awards & Recognition
- America's Top Dentist Award – Consumers' Research Council of America (2010, 2011, 2012, 2015, 2016, 2017)
- American Association of Orthodontists Award for Exceptional understanding in the Development of the Oro-facial Complex (June 8, 2006)
- Dean's Award – Academic Honor Roll, University of California, Davis
- Golden Key – National Honor Society (Lifetime membership from outstanding academic achievement)
Beyond the Office
Born and raised in the Bay Area
Married to Kathy, a nurse in neonatal intensive care unit
Parent to newborn son Christian (born August 2024)
Pet parent to a Welsh Pembroke Corgi named Henry
Enjoys hiking trails and beach visits with family
Hobbies include Ironman races, golf, tennis, snowboarding, skiing, cycling, open-water swimming, surfing, and sit-ups
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