Dr. Steve Dove
The Smile Architect with a National Impact
At the ripe old age of 11, while other kids were trading baseball cards, Dr. Steve Dove had an epiphany: dentistry was his calling. With a passion for perfecting smiles, he earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Missouri in Kansas City in 2012. But, for Dr. Steve, that was just the beginning. His love for cosmetic dentistry—transforming grins into works of art—drives him to spend his days off diving into the latest dental science, ensuring that every smile he crafts is a masterpiece.
What sets Dr. Steve apart? He’ll tell you it’s a triple threat:
- Faith: His guiding light, ensuring ethical, patient-first decisions that make every visit feel like a trust fall into capable hands.
- Excellence: He’s not content with “good enough.” Dr. Steve doubles down on continuing education, soaking up knowledge to stay at the top of his game.
- Dr. Kelly Dove, his wife: A fellow dentist and his ultimate partner-in-crime, she shares his ambition and cheers him on, making them dentistry’s dynamic duo.
Beyond his practice, Dr. Steve is a mentor to dentists across the nation, coaching them to elevate their craft and create their own legacies of stellar patient care. When he’s not shaping smiles or guiding colleagues, you’ll find him at church, cherishing family time or powering through local triathlons with the same grit he brings to his work.
In Dr. Steve’s words: “I call my patients ‘friends’ because they’re more than just teeth and charts. When they step into our office, I want them to feel, ‘This place gets me.’ We don’t just treat smiles—we transform lives.”
Favorite Things
- Saturday morning runs
- Sunshine
- Family
- Music in the car
- The joy of a job well done
Favorite Products
- Sonicare toothbrush
- Dr. Plotka manual toothbrush
- Invisalign®
- DrTung’s Smart Floss
- Crest 3D white charcoal whitening toothpaste
Awards and Memberships
- Among 417 Magazine’s Top Dentists of 2025 for General Dentistry
- Crown Council Member
Learn More About Dove Dental Group
We want you to feel completely comfortable every time you visit our office. Here, you’re more than just a patient—you’re a valued individual, and we truly care about your well-being. Take a moment to learn more about our practice, explore our services or schedule your next appointment today.
