About Us
Dr. G. Mitchell Turk
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.
Our Team
Carma – Business Administrator/Office Manager
As our business administrator and office manager, Carma keeps our practice running smoothly. She has over 46 years of experience in dentistry and has worked with our team for the past 17 years. She enjoys getting to know patients and showing them that they can afford quality dentistry. Carma appreciates the professionalism and caring attitude demonstrated by Dr. Turk and our staff. Carma and her husband like to travel. They have ten grandchildren. In her spare time she likes to cook, do crafts, read, swim, and listen to music.
Jennifer – Registered Dental Assistant
Jennifer is a graduate of Cypress College and is a member of the Association of Dental Implant Auxiliaries. She has fifteen years of experience as a dental assistant, and has spent the last nine years with our practice. Jennifer enjoys our team camaraderie and considers our staff her second family. Married with a daughter and a son, Jennifer enjoys spending time with her family. She also likes to cook, watch DVDs, shop, and go to the beach.
Debra – Registered Dental Hygienist
Debra brings almost three decades of experience as a dental hygienist to our office and has been with us for nine years. She appreciates Dr. Turk's commitment to excellence and enjoys the patient relationships she's developed during her career. Debra is married with four children, two girls and two boys. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, music, and sports.
Teri – Registered Dental Assistant/Clinical Administrator
Teri has over 30 years of experience as a clinical administrator and dental assistant and has been with our team for 22 years. She holds an associates degree from Santa Ana College and is a member of the Association of Dental Implant Auxiliaries. Teri loves our patients and enjoys the variety of tasks she performs each day. She's married with one son and enjoys spending time with her family at their cabin and traveling. Teri also finds time to raise money for the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation.
Katie – Registered Dental Hygienist
Katie Ann pursued undergraduate studies at Fullerton College and received her dental hygiene certification from Cerritos College. She's been a member of our staff for the last seven years. Katie values our progressive approach to dentistry and enjoys helping patients achieve optimal oral health. She has a husband and two young sons and enjoys singing and boating when not practicing with Dr. Turk.
Lori – Registered Dental Hygienist
Lori has been helping our patients achieve optimal dental health for the past eleven years. She attended Fresno City College and is a member of the California Dental Hygienists Association. Lori appreciates Dr. Turk's progressive attitude and investment in technology and loves working with patients and staff. Married with two young sons, Lori likes to spend time with her family and travel.