Dr. Kokich attended Santa Clara University, where he earned his bachelor of science degree. He graduated with his doctorate of dental medicine from Tufts University before attending the University of Washington where he earned his master of science in dentistry and certificate in orthodontics in 1999.
 
Dr. Kokich is an affiliate assistant professor in the department of orthodontics at the University of Washington and lectures nationally and internationally on interdisciplinary dentistry and dental esthetics, emphasizing comprehensive treatment planning and the importance of orthodontic treatment. In addition, he has also written four book chapters, 12 scientific articles and has given more than 150 lectures.