About Your Dentist

“Smiling and eating are two of the greatest joys in life.”

My Mission

“My mission in dentistry is to provide comprehensive dental care to my patients. I hope to make the patient's experience in the dental chair as comfortable as possible, becoming an advocate for them to promote the importance of oral health.”

Education & Continuing Education

Doctor of Dental Medicine
Rutgers School of Dental Medicine – Newark, New Jersey

Bachelor of Arts in Biology
New York University – New York City, New York

Dr. Gao has completed continuing education in restorative dentistry, surgical extractions, and Invisalign clear aligners.

Professional Memberships

Dr. Gao is an active member of the Florida Dental Association, the American Dental Association, and the Academy of General Dentistry.

Life & Hobbies

Dr. Gao grew up in South Jersey and is an avid Philadelphia Sports Fan. He is happily married, and the couple is enjoying life together with their two dogs and pet chinchilla.

Specialty: Periodontist

My Mission

“My mission is to provide the best possible care for my patients in a comfortable, welcoming environment. I treat all my patients with compassion and warmth, and I believe in treating people with kindness.”

Education & Continuing Education

Doctor of Dental Medicine
University of Florida, College of Dentistry - Gainesville, Florida

Master of Science in Periodontology
University of Florida, College of Dentistry - Gainesville, Florida

Bachelor of Science
Nova Southeastern University – Davie, Florida

After working as a general dentist for several years, Dr. Fatima returned to the University of Florida, College of Dentistry, to specialize in Periodontics. As a periodontist, Dr. Fatima firmly believes in treating periodontal disease and achieving a healthy oral environment. Being a periodontist also means being a specialist in implants and when a tooth cannot be saved, it can be replaced with an implant.

Life & Hobbies  

In addition to spending time with her son and husband, Dr. Fatima loves to read, travel, hike, workout at the gym, and ride her Peloton bike. She enjoys teaching and during her undergraduate education, she was a lab assistant for organic chemistry as well as a tutor for math and science classes.

Born in India, Dr. Fatima moved to the United States when she was 10 years old and grew up in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.