Mr Steve J. Kukunas,

Dr. Steve Kukunas is a highly accomplished prosthodontist with decades of expertise in advanced restorative and implant dentistry. He earned his Doctorate in Dental Medicine from the University of Pittsburgh, where he also completed his residency and specialty training in Prosthodontics, along with his Certificate in Oral Implantology in 1989. He founded this practice upon completion of his training and was the cornerstone of patient care for nearly 40 years. Since 2005, Dr. Kukunas has served as Director of Clinical Operations at the Multidisciplinary Dental Implant Center, as well as Director of Implant Prosthodontics. In these roles, he has trained future specialists and guided innovative approaches in implant dentistry. He is a proud Fellow of both the American College of Dentists and the International College of Dentists, honors that recognize his leadership, integrity, and outstanding contributions to dentistry. Beyond his academic and clinical achievements, Dr. Kukunas has proudly served as the Team Dentist for the Pittsburgh Penguins since 2011, providing expert care to professional athletes at the highest level of competition. With his wealth of knowledge, meticulous skill, and passion for patient care, Dr. Kukunas has made a lasting impact on the lives of his patients and the dental community.