Why He Was Nominated:

Some examples of oral trauma or dental deterioration are so complex that you need someone like Dr. Kay on the case. A recognized leader in complicated high-end restorations, dental implants and cosmetic dentistry, he’s a truly dedicated professional. Having been influenced by his own mentors, Dr. 
Kay now delights in teaching the next 
generation of dentists as a clinical instructor at his alma mater, the 
University of Pennsylvania.

Exciting New Trend:

“Natural 
esthetic dentistry. I tell patients, 
‘if you can tell what I’ve done, then 
I haven’t done my job.’ ”

Philosophy:

“It’s twofold. One: Dentistry is more philosophical than technical. All dentists are trained to use their hands to help patients, but what gets lost is how to think mechanically and efficiently problem-solve to help move the profession forward. Two: As my mentors taught me, if I’m not happy with something, ‘go outside, take a breath, and do it again.’ Too often, 
as owners we have to think about 
the bottom line, but if it is at the 
cost of quality and something can 
be improved, I try to uphold myself 
to this standard, which my patients 
can respect and understand.”