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What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
“Great practice! Professional, kind and considerate.
Dr. Grosso's diagnostic capabilities are outstanding.”
PCLess than 6 months ago
“Dr. Kao is a good and caring dentist. His front office staff was very accommodating. I can't find any faults with how they did the exam, or the implant recommendations. There wasn't much "hard selling" of things you didn't really need.”
JSLess than 6 months ago
About Dr. Wenkai (Daniel) Kao
Dr. Daniel W. K. Kao, DDS, MS, DMD, DABP (Dr. Wenkai Kao DMD), is a world-renowned Board Certified Periodontist and a valued member of the clinical team at Reading Dental Associates. Known for his compassionate, patient-centered approach, Dr. Kao brings over two decades of advanced periodontal and implant dentistry experience to the practice. He offers a comprehensive range of cutting-edge digital implant procedures and periodontal therapies, consistently integrating the latest evidence-based techniques into his care.
A respected educator and innovator, Dr. Kao has served on the faculty of several leading institutions, including the Harvard School of Dental Medicine, the University of Pennsylvania, and National YangMing University. His academic contributions include directing predoctoral periodontics at the University of Pennsylvania from 2008–2011, authoring textbooks on dental implants and periodontal disease, and developing digital implant placement protocols used by clinicians worldwide. Dr. Kao’s excellence in teaching has been recognized with the American Academy of Periodontology’s Outstanding Teaching and Mentoring Award.
In addition to his clinical and academic achievements, Dr. Kao is an accomplished researcher and surgical innovator. He holds patents for periodontal surgical devices and has received multiple awards for his work in post-doctoral research. His educational background includes a DDS from National YangMing University, a Post-Doctoral Periodontics Certificate and MS degree from the University of Pennsylvania—where he also earned his DMD—and extensive clinical experience dating back to 1999. At Reading Dental Associates, Dr. Kao is dedicated to delivering exceptional periodontal and implant care rooted in precision, innovation, and genuine compassion for every patient he serves.
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Education and training
- Dental School - The University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine, Doctor of Dental Medicine
- National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Doctor of Dental Surgery
- The University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine, Post-Doctoral Certificate in Periodontics
- The University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine (Master's)
Professional memberships
- American Dental Association
Awards and publications
- Outstanding Teaching and Mentoring Award in Periodontics (American Academy of Periodontology)
- Director’s Research Award in The University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine
Languages spoken
- English
Provider's gender
Male
NPI number
1629385646
Patient reviews
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Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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Great practice! Professional, kind and considerate.
Dr. Grosso's diagnostic capabilities are outstanding.
Less than 6 months agoPC
Great friendly accommodating staff. Very good friendly dentist Quality care. Local. Highly recommended.
Less than 6 months agoMF
Dr. Kao is a good and caring dentist. His front office staff was very accommodating. I can't find any faults with how they did the exam, or the implant recommendations. There wasn't much "hard selling" of things you didn't really need.
Less than 6 months agoJS
Great doctor. Implants are doing great.
Less than 6 months agoFC
Less than 6 months agoVG
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What practice does Dr. Wenkai (Daniel) Kao work with?
Dr. Wenkai (Daniel) Kao works with Reading Dental Associates.
Where is Dr. Wenkai (Daniel) Kao's office located?
Dr. Wenkai (Daniel) Kao's office is located at 161 Ash St, Reading, MA 01867.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Wenkai (Daniel) Kao?
Dr. Wenkai (Daniel) Kao frequently sees patients for Crown, Dental Consultation, Dental Implants, Periodontist Consultation, and Tooth Extraction. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Wenkai (Daniel) Kao on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Wenkai (Daniel) Kao speak?
Dr. Wenkai (Daniel) Kao speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Wenkai (Daniel) Kao in reviews?
5 patients have reviewed Dr. Wenkai (Daniel) Kao. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.