- Bachelors of Science (BS) in Biology, Loyola Marymount University, 1982 - Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS), University of Southern California, 1986 - Master of Science in Geriatric Dentistry and Oral Medicine, USC, 2017
Dr. Kroll is a native Californian, born and raised in Northridge. While in his teens, he realized dentistry was the perfect career that would blend his social nature with his love for science and his natural dexterity.
Dr. Kroll graduated in 1982 from Loyola Marymount University (LMU) where he played water polo and earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology. Dr. Kroll began practicing dentistry in Ventura after earning his Doctor of Dental Surgery at the University of Southern California (USC) in 1986.
Dr. Kroll has served as an adjunct professor at UCLA School of Dentistry for over a decade. His focus is on bite engineering and implant biomechanics, teaching graduate dentists at the Center for Aesthetic Dentistry as a part of their two-year residency program. Dr. Kroll also teaches these topics to practicing dentists at The California Implant Institute in San Diego.
Dr. Kroll resides in Ventura, CA with his wife Cathy, a Ventura travel agent. Together they have three children his eldest, Dr. Stephanie Kroll, works alongside him as a dentist, and his youngest daughter and son are pursing careers in Veterinary Medicine and Business. In his spare time, Dr. Kroll enjoys surfing, swimming, maintaining his black belt in Tae Kwon Do, and listening to Jazz and Classical music.
- Master of the Academy of General Dentistry: Honor achieved by less that 1% of dentists globally - Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry: Honor achieved by less than 5% of dentists globally - Honored Fellow of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry: A distinguished award for professional, clinical, and research endeavors contributing to the field of implant dentistry: Honor achieved by less than 100 dentists globally - President for the Western US American Academy of Implant Dentistry - Trustee for the American Academy of Implant Dentistry - Lecturer and Course Director of Occlusion UCLA Center for Esthetic Dentistry - Course Director and Instructor for The California Implant Institute
Dr. Steph was born and raised in Ventura, California. She discovered her love for dentistry early on while spending time at the office with her dad, Dr. Philip Kroll, where she watched dentistry positively transform patients lives. She loves how dentistry is the perfect blend of patient care, health science, and art.
Dr. Steph attended Buena High School, where she played volleyball for the Bulldogs and graduated in the top of her class in 2008. She earned a Bachelors degree in Physiological Science from University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA) in 2012, and continued her dental education in San Francisco at the University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry (UOP). While at UOP, Dr. Steph regularly volunteered both in San Francisco and abroad to provide dental care and oral health education to underserved communities. In 2015, Dr. Steph graduated with honors from UOP and earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS).
Continual learning is of paramount importance to Dr. Steph, allowing her to provide leading edge dental care to her patients. Dr. Steph is a Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry (FAGD), an honor attained by only 6% of dentists worldwide. Dr. Steph is dedicated to continual learning, and she is actively pursuing her Mastership in the Academy of General Dentistry (MAGD).
Currently, Dr. Steph is a clinical educator at the UCLA School of Dentistry, where she and Dr. Philip Kroll teach graduate dentists at the Center for Esthetic Dentistry as a part of a two-year residency program. Dr. Steph also serves as an Area Director for the Santa Barbara-Ventura Dental Society, where she facilitates collaboration and networking between her local colleagues.
Dr. Steph lives in Ventura and is happily married to her high school sweetheart. Outside of the office, she loves spending time with friends and family, traveling the world, practicing yoga, SCUBA diving, and hiking with her adopted greyhound, Nala.
- Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry (FAGD) - Lecturer and Clinical Instructor of Occlusion, UCLA Center for Esthetic Dentistry - Member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry - Member of the Tau Kappa Omega Dental Honors Society, University of the Pacific Dugoni School of Dentistry
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newest oldest highest lowestMichael Murphy
a year ago
Y'all are always the best!
Jme
a year ago
I came to see Dr. Kroll today with No reason to smile. You see I've been trained to take PHENOMENAL care of my oral health, and I am able to help you care for yours as well. I'm a retired RDA who also has MS for the last 10 years. It's taken a toll on my oral health and that's why I wasn't smiling. The medicine I take to slow my disease progression, makes my mouth very dry and without saliva to wash away bacteria and other things that can cause harm, you can end up missing important questions about how to care for oral health while on these types of meds. Today I have learned a lot. Dr. Kroll and Jen fixed all that kept me from smiling and set me on a path that I will be able to make sure that I will have my teeth for the rest of my life. Thank you so much.
Mary Carbajal
a year ago
Everyone is so nice at your office.
Elton MacPherson
a year ago
On time Dr. Steph and the nurse explained everything they were doing Love this place
Barbara Mather
a year ago
My husband and I cannot rave enough about the wonderful dental services received from Drs. Kroll and dental staff! Since moving to Ventura, I've now had Diana to do my cleaning, and she is absolutely awesome! Such an outstanding professional, one cannot go wrong with Diana. Recently had a few occasions to work wityh Dr. Stephanie, and she is awesome beyond words! Thank your Drs. Kroll!
Joyce Cates
a year ago
I am grateful for such good dental care!
Rick Stull
a year ago
Drs. Kroll and the whole team are really pretty amazing. They are kind, caring, professional, helpful, and genuinely nice people. Today, it seems high quality service is lacking in so many businesses, and it is great to see some people still put a high value on such things. I have been to many other dentists in the past, but I don't see myself changing dentists any more. Thank you!
Christine Kovell
a year ago
Quick, painless, professional and friendly.
Cindi Fredrick
2 years ago
Diane the dental hygienist was fantastic and very professional. Dr. Stephanie has a wonderful staff and I highly recommend her.
P Dewalt
2 years ago
ABSOLUTLY OUTSTANDING! From the front desk to the back!!! It so hard to find a good honest, dentist these days. I can smile and show off my pearly whites. I've been bless since the 2000's to find the [BEST].. Dr's Kroll.... A good Hygienist is So very very important. I'm bless to have LAUREN as my hygienist... Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! To the Knolls entire staff
Sandi Uribe
2 years ago
I have been going to Dr. Kroll since he first stated. They are all great there & Diana is an awesome hygienist!
Ed Terpening
2 years ago
Experienced team, and advanced technologies and techniques at this practice make it a great experience so far.
Cristina Twitty
2 years ago
My toddler daughter had a very positive experience with the hygienist and Dr. Steph Kroll. She can't wait to go back.
Bruce Brown
2 years ago
The staff and the Doctor could not be more professiona! I'm very pleased!
Bob Ashley
2 years ago
They are very kind and gentle. I don't do well with dentists, but they have been great. Always putting the patient first.
Evelyn Dowell
2 years ago
Fast efficient thorough. Worked me in for a problem even though I was only scheduled for a cleaning.
Jon Mack
2 years ago
Great place. Highly recommend
Ron Marshall
2 years ago
The professionalism and kindness from the staff are beyond compare. So glad to have met them all.
Marylou Soto
2 years ago
Best place to go for cleaning and check-ups! Dr. Stephany Kroll always kind and concern about your dental problems and experiences treatments. Im feel confident to smile.
Sally King
2 years ago
As always, the staff at Dr.(and Dr.) Kroll's Dentistry was kind, efficient, and willing to work with me, my calendar, and budget concerns. Thanks to all of them for their very professional operation! Sally Sibley King
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