Gentle and Confident Touch

 Doctor

Ann Mineo Kania, DDS DMSc

Dr. Kania graduated with honors from UC Santa Barbara with a Bachelor of Science in Biopsychology.  She received her dental degree from the University of California, San Francisco.  While at UCSF she was selected as a Regents Scholarship Fellow.  She was one of only two recipients of this prestigious award.  Dr. Kania completed her Residency in Periodontology at Harvard School of Dental Medicine.  While at Harvard she also earned her Doctorate of Medical Science.  During this training she was awarded the National Research Service award.

She has been a practicing specialist in the field of periodontics and dental implants in San Diego’s North County since 1997.  She has earned a reputation for providing the highest quality periodontal and dental implant care possible.  

In 2004 she earned the highest distinction given to Periodontists, that of being named Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology.  As a board certified periodontist, she has achieved the highest recognition of achievement awarded to dental specialists in the field of periodontology, dental implants and oral plastic surgery.

Professional memberships and Societies

• American Academy of Periodontology

• Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology

• American Academy of Osseointegration

• California Society of Periodontists

• American Dental Association

• California Dental Association

• San Diego County Dental Association. 

Dr. Kania specializes in:

• Diagnosis and treatment of periodontal diseases (gum disease)

• Gingival augmentation and oral plastic surgery

• Site preparation for restorative treatment; crown lengthening

• Site preparation for and placement of dental implants; bone grafting and sinus grafting