Summary

Dr. John Russo is a graduate of the Ohio State University College of Dentistry. He completed his specialty training in periodontics at the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston, where he also earned a Masters of Health Sciences degree.
At the present time, Dr. Russo is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Periodontics at the Medical University of South Carolina, and he is a diplomat of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists.
A nationally recognized expert in dental implants and bone grafting, Dr. Russo lectures across the United States, Canada, and Mexico to share his knowledge with other dentists.
Dr. Russo's private practice is located in Sarasota, Florida. He diagnoses and treats periodontal (gum) disease, performs periodontal plastic surgery procedures, and helps patients who are missing some, or all, of their teeth by placing dental implants. Dr. Russo works closely with many excellent restorative dentists in the area to give patients the benefit of the combined expertise of a specialist and a restorative dentist.
Dr. Russo and his wife are the proud parents of three boys, two of whom are fraternal twins. His hobby is saltwater fishing, and he participates in team fishing tournaments. His boat is aptly named "My Three Sons". Dr. Russo is also a musician and plays lead guitar in a band called "Dr. Rx FEELGOOD."
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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 36 years of experience
  • 1 insurance plan accepted
  • Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Russo Periodontics

1704 Bay RdSarasota, FL 34239
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Med School: Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine Med School: University of Pennsylvania Med School: Stoney Brook University School of Medicine Med School: Boston University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John Russo

  • Humana

Medical Specialties

Dr. John Russo has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John Russo has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Dental Implants
  • Gingivitis
  • Gum Disease
  • Periodontics
  • Root Planing
  • Root Surface Debridement
  • Scaling

Certifications, License, & Education

36 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Doctor Of Dental Surgery, Florida, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Medical University Of South Carolina College Of MedicineGraduated in 1990

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