Meet Dr. Jonke
Oral Surgeon in Stony Brook, NY
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Guenter Jonke, DMD earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Biology at SUNY Stony Brook University. He continued his studies at C.W. Post College, Greenvale, NY where he earned his Master’s Degree in Microbiology.
In 1988, he completed his requirements to earn his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree at Boston University School of Dental Medicine. At the prestigious Georgetown University in Washington D.C. he completed his hospital-based specialty training in Oral and Maxillofacial surgery. He is Board Certified in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and has been in private practice since 1991.
In addition, he enjoys teaching and is a clinical assistant instructor at the Dental School located at SUNY Stony Brook. For many years he has volunteered his time with the dental residents at St. Charles Hospital located in Port Jefferson, New York.
He lectures numerously on a variety of topics including dental implants, bone grafting, and oral pathology, and was the leader of the Smithtown Study Club for 15 years. He is committed to organized dentistry involving the Suffolk County Dental Society representing fellow dentists over a wide array of issues.
In 2012, he completed his year as President of the Suffolk County Dental Society. Currently, he is the Ethics Chairman representing Suffolk County at the New York State level.
His private practice includes the full scope of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery with an emphasis on office-based patient procedures including dental implants, simple and complex bone grafting, oral pathology, and intravenous anesthesia.
He maintains hospital privileges at St . Catherine of Siena Medical Center and the North Shore Surgi-Center both located in Smithtown NY. Dr. Jonke is an active member of numerous dental organizations including the ADA, NYSDA, and AAOMS.
In addition, he is an active member of the highly selective American College of Dentists, Pierre Fauchard Academy, and Omicron Kappa Upsilon (OKU). Dr. Jonke is married with two children, Stefan and Adina. He enjoys restoring vintage corvettes, wine collecting, and playing golf.
What is your philosophy of dentistry? How do you want patients to feel when they leave your office?
That patients become more knowledgeable about their oral healthcare. Patients are treated in the most respectful and honest manner, I like to feel that I have reduced their anxiety about oral surgery.
What do patients get from your practice that they wouldn’t get somewhere else?
The ability to fully reconstruct a patient from ill-fitting dentures to the comfort, confidence, look and feel of real teeth with dental implants.
What do you like most about dentistry? What do you like least?
I love what I do each and every day. Making patients feel relaxed and comfortable is my goal. The relationship we develop with our patients is so rewarding. My least favorite aspect of dentistry is the dealings with the insurance companies to obtain medically necessary approvals for my patients. It is a constant battle to convince insurance companies to put the patient’s needs above their own.
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Patient Review by Michael D
Dr. First and his team located in the Smithtown office location were wonderful. I was quite nervous for a number of years about having my last 2 wisdom teeth removed however Dr. First put that all to rest. The procedure itself was totally painless and my recovery was a non-event. I would recommend Dr. First if you need any oral surgery.
- Michael D
Patient Review by Stephen H
My entire experience at Suffolk Oral Surgery was a positive experience from booking my appointment through my teeth extraction and follow up. Dr. Jonke and his staff are very experienced professionals who put you at ease throughout the entire procedure. I highly recommend them to anyone needing their services!
- Stephen H
Patient Review by Jonathan Perry
Dr First and staff are incredible. Great care and recovery plan. Couldn't have asked for better. Would recommend.
- Jonathan Perry
Patient Review by Joelle C
I was in the Holbrook office last year and I had the best experience with Dr. Guariglia & everyone in the office was great! I 100% recommend this practice!! Thank you Dr Guariglia & staff!!!
- Joelle C
Patient Review by Janine S
Dr. G was awesome. Made me feel comfortable throughout my procedure. Alice his nurse was awesome also. Very caring people. Thanks SO much!
- Janine S
Patient Review by Lisa F
On Tuesday 8/25/2020, my son had his wisdom teeth out in the hospital and Dr. First did the procedure. Prior to the procedure his staff helped me with forms and pre-certification at the hospital and then my son had a visit to go over the plans for pre and post op procedures. The office at Suffolk Oral Surgery in Smithtown was immaculate and all staff wore appropriate PPE so we felt protected from Covid-19. My son has a very complex medical history and allergies to medication. He is also Autistic and has Anxiety. The Staff and Dr. First did all they could to prepare us and answer all our questions. They also called to see how my son was after his surgery. All went well and I am grateful for our incredibly talented Oral Surgeon, Dr. Christopher First and his staff at Suffolk Oral Surgery, who helped make this a safe and smooth process every step of the way!!
- Lisa F
Patient Review by Eileen P
Dr. First is an incredible oral surgeon ! I was very nervous about getting my wisdom teeth removed and his ENTIRE staff was more than understanding, making me feel completely at ease ! I had an incredible experience here with Dr. first, he made my wisdom teeth removal PAINLESS !!! I had no swelling after the surgery, and such minimal pain after, Advil was more then enough to take care of any discomfort. It’s been a week since I’ve had my wisdom teeth removed and the healing process is going great all thanks to Dr. First and his staff ! I highly recommend this office, if there was an option for 100 stars that’s what my rating would have been. A HUGE thank you to everyone at this office for making my experience so quick and easy, you guys are the absolute best !
- Eileen P