University of Texas Health Science Center
San Antonio, TX
1988
Don Cork, DDS
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon
Meet Dr. Donald B. Cork
Dr. Donald B. Cork is a U.S. Navy Veteran and has been practicing as a dentist since 1988. He has special experience in restorative dentistry, namely the placement of dental implants and the creation of lifelike crowns, bridges, and dentures. You’ll find him at our Merritt Island, FL, dentist’s office, alongside Dr. Chan Wilkhu and Dr. Steven Schmid.
Education
Doctor of Dental Surgery
Bachelor’s Degree
Baylor University
Waco, TX
1984
Advanced Training & Continuing Education
Dr. Cork has completed more than 3,500 hours of continuing education, including extensive clinical experience in oral surgery and endodontics. He now passes along his knowledge as a mentor and trainer through the Scottsdale Center for Dentistry.
Mentor and Trainer—Community & Clinical Education for Modern Dentists (CDOCS)
Scottsdale, AZ
2007–Present
Dr. Cork teaches fellow dental professionals about cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) scans, integrated implant restoration, SureSmile® clear aligner therapy, and all phases of the CEREC® in-house restoration process through this national continuing education program.
Affiliations
American Dental Association
Academy of General Dentistry
Christian Medical and Dental Society
Outside the Office
Dr. Cork has served on more than 30 international dental mission trips since 1988. Most recently, he has served with Mission of Hope in Haiti and the Dominican Republic, where he provides oral health care to members of underserved communities.
When he’s not working with smiles, you’ll likely find Dr. Cork biking, playing pickleball, or participating as a member of the leadership committee at his church.
Featured Services Offered by Dr. Cork
Dental Implants
Dr. Cork is an experienced implant dentist. He can restore all types of tooth loss with implant-supported crowns, bridges, or dentures. Our dentist is highly trained in the All-on-4® implant method, which allows many patients to receive full-arch implant dentures without preparatory bone grafting.
Dental Crowns
Dr. Cork is known for his skill in the design, fabrication, and placement of dental restorations. He uses premium materials that are durable and closely resemble natural teeth. He is also trained in CEREC technology, which helps our Merritt Island team provide customized dental crowns in a single appointment.
All Services & Specialties
- Bone Grafts
- Cosmetic Dentistry
- Dental Bonding
- Dental Bridges
- Dental Crowns
- Dental Deep Cleaning
- Dental Fillings
- Dental Implants
- All-on-4 Dental Implants
- Dental Sealants
- Dentures
- Full Mouth Reconstruction
- Gum Contouring
- Gum Disease Treatment
- Gum Grafting
- Laser Dentistry
- Mouth Guards for Sports
- Night Guards for Bruxism
- Oral Cancer Screening
- Porcelain Veneers
- PRP Treatment
- Root Canal Therapy
- Same-Day Dental Crowns
- Scaling and Root Planing
- Sedation Dentistry
- Smile Makeover
- SureSmile
- Teeth Cleaning
- Teeth Whitening
- Tooth Extraction
- Wisdom Teeth Removal
5-Star Reviews For Dr. Cork and Team
Laurie Ann
Merritt Island, FL
2024
This office got me in for an emergency appt the other day when noone else could. They extracted my infected cracked tooth and made me feel comfortable the whole time. Dr. Cork is an excellent Dr. & the staff are 5 star.
View on GoogleBrett Hougland
Merritt Island, FL
2024
Friendly front office staff, courteous and welcoming. Sue the hygienist was thorough, but with a gentle touch for the cleaning and X-rays. Dr Cork has a great bedside manner and explains everything in detail. He and his assistant were very good at making sure that I was taken care of.
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Other Professionals
At Our Merritt Island Practice
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Chan Wilkhu, DMD Dentist
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Steven Schmid, DMD Dentist
