Stephen Kwitnicki, DDS, a graduate of NYU College of Dentistry, one of the premier dental schools in the country. He has been in private practice for over 20 years in both Manhattan and New Jersey and has resided in Summit since 1991. A former coach of both softball and basketball for the Summit Recreation Department, “Dr. Steve” also gives presentations to school children annually in elementary schools both in Summit and in other locales. He donates his services to those in need through the Donated Dental program. During the past six summers, he has closed his offices for a week in order to spend his time in Iztapalapa, Mexico, treating residents of this village who otherwise would not receive professional dental services. He has donated many supplies, medicines, and much of him tome to this worthy endeavor. This summer he will be doing the same for a community in the Dominican Republic. Dr. Kwitnicki continues to expand his professional horizons. He is now certified to do dental implants, and continues perfecting this process through professional development. In additions, he has become certified by the American Academy of Facial Cosmetic to do several facial anti-aging treatments. His twin daughters, now grown, attended the Summit Public Schools, and his wife has been teaching in the Summit School district since 1994. He was excited to expand his professional experience into his own community, where he established a practice with Dr. Hannah in 2005.

“Dr. Joe” believes that providing his patients with the best care possible begins with continued education and the latest cutting edge technologies. He recently attained Fellowship status in the Academy of General Dentistry, following completion of over 500 credit hours of education and passing the rigorous four hour exam. Dr. Hannah continues to attend the monthly Jersey Shore Hospital/University of Pennsylvania continuing education seminars.
It has always been paramount at Hilltop Family Dental to treat out patients with a holistic approach. Vigilantly screening for periodontal (gum) disease and offering an array of non-surgical treatment options allows Dr. Joe to make a real difference in his patient’s lives. He recently appeared on the weekly “Change of Heart” radio show hosted by Cardiologist, Dr. Scott Eisenberg. An in depth discussion of the connection between heart disease and gum disease, along with bio markers, detection and treatment options we discussed. Dr. Hannah continues to stress prevention, maintenance and a vigilant treatment approach to improve the Health and Quality of Life of all his patients.