Dr. Stephanie Acevedo-DeCandis

Originally from San Juan, Puerto Rico, Dr. Stephanie Acevedo-DeCandis moved to South Florida with her family when she was just nine years old. With several dentists in the family, she spent a lot of her childhood in dental offices, learning about oral health and taking an early interest in the profession. By the time she reached college age, Dr. Acevedo-DeCandis had chosen her field of study. Upon graduating from the University of Florida with a bachelor's degree in health science in 2007, she began her doctorate studies at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine. During her time as a student, she volunteered at various local clinics in the area and served as president of the school's Hispanic Dental Association. In 2011, Dr. Acevedo-DeCandis received her doctorate in dental medicine.

While initially focused on general dentistry, it wasn't until later on that Dr. Acevedo-DeCandis narrowed her area of practice to pediatrics. It was evident that she was interested in the dental field early on, and she soon realized that working with children was also an area of passion. As a dentist, Dr. Acevedo-DeCandis enjoys creating a warm, welcoming atmosphere for kids and providing them with the support they need to keep their smiles healthy.

In May 2011, Dr. Acevedo-DeCandis moved to the beautiful city of Jacksonville, FL, and now calls it home. She enjoys her time outside of work by reading a great book, making crafts, or taking a trip to Disney! Above all else, Dr. Acevedo-DeCandis loves spending time with her family; this includes her husband, their two daughters, and their dog, Bogey.