Dr. Steven Amato was born and raised in Manitowoc, and decided not only to follow in his fathers footsteps, but to take his career one step further. After obtaining a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Wisconsin - La Crosse and completing a one-year internship in nuclear medical technology at the Mayo Clinic, he received his dental degree from Marquette University Dental School in 1994. In 1996, while still attending Marquette University, he then completed his two-year orthodontics specialty training, earning his masters degree.
Dr. Amato is a member of the American Association of Orthodontists, Midwestern Society of Orthodontists, Wisconsin Society of Orthodontists, American Dental Association, Wisconsin Dental Association and the Manitowoc County Dental Society.