Dr. Gerald Mitchell Turk, DDS

For almost 40 years, Dr. Turk has helped residents of Orange and surrounding areas achieve attractive smiles and lasting oral health. As a general and Bioesthetic dentist, he creates natural-looking smiles that feel great and function well. He treats the underlying source, not just the symptoms, of dental problems to deliver total wellness. Dr. Turk believes that each patient deserves his time and full attention, so he'll invest in you to foster a lasting relationship built on trust, understanding, and genuine concern.
Education and Affiliations
After receiving his undergraduate degree from the University of California at Los Angeles, Dr. Turk earned his DDS from the University of Southern California. A lifelong learner, he continues to hone his craft through continuing education. He has accumulated more than 2500 hours of continuing education credits in the past 10 years.
Dr. Turk's many professional memberships include the International Congress of Oral Implantology, American Dental …Association, Academy of General Dentistry, American Association of Cosmetic Dentistry, American Equilibration Society, Lee Institute Orthodontic Study Club, and Orange County Peer Review. He is a Fellow and Master of the Academy of General Dentistry and has been on the faculty of the Foundation for Bioesthetic Dentistry for 10 years. In addition, he networks with his peers through the Roth Williams Institute, a professional orthodontic study club. Dr. Turk formerly participated with the Chamber of Commerce, Toastmasters, and Rotary Club.
Family Life and Interests
Dr. Turk has three children, two sons and a daughter, and has lived in Orange for the past 30 years. In his spare time, he enjoys camping, backpacking, and being a grandfather. He also likes to help people live healthy lives, and to this end, he pursues the art and science of dentistry, as well as teaching.
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