ABOUT
DR. SORRENTINO
Dr. Robert Sorrentino, DMD, Periodontist
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Dr. Robert Sorrentino is the founding periodontist and heart of the practice, with over 37 years of experience dedicated to periodontal and implant care. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology with a minor in Theology from St. John’s University, then graduated in the top 10% of his class from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine. His advanced training includes a hospital residency at NewYork–Presbyterian Hospital / Weill Cornell Medical Center and two years of specialty training in Periodontics at New York University.
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A proud inductee of Omicron Kappa Upsilon (the National Dental Honor Society) since 1987, Dr. Sorrentino is also a Fellow of the American College of Dentists (2008). He completed the LANAP® Training Continuum, earning Fellowship status through the Institute for Advanced Laser Dentistry, reflecting his commitment to state-of-the-art, minimally invasive periodontal care.
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Dr. Sorrentino has lived and practiced on Staten Island since 1989, building long-standing relationships within the community and earning a reputation for excellence, integrity, and compassionate care. His leadership within dentistry includes serving as President of the Richmond County Dental Society in 2011. He is a Lifetime Member of the New York State Dental Association and a Lifetime Member of the Second District Dental Society of the State of New York. In recognition of his clinical excellence, he received the Top Dentist Award in 2022. His decades of experience allow him to approach each case with precision, confidence, and a personalized touch.
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Outside the operatory, Dr. Sorrentino is an avid golfer who takes every opportunity to perfect his swing, whether that means practicing right in the office or playing rounds across the globe. Known for his energy, warmth, and sense of humor, Dr. Sorrentino brings the same enthusiasm to his patients and team as he does to the game he loves.
A passionate traveler, he enjoys exploring new countries, golfing wherever he goes. Equally important to Dr. Sorrentino is his family. Married for over 30 years, he is a devoted husband and proud father, well-known for his legendary collection of dad jokes that keep both patients and staff smiling. His genuine love for people shines through in everything he does, from patient care to mentorship to community service. Dr. Sorrentino cares deeply about every person who walks through the doors of the practice, including both patients and staff, treating everyone like family.