Peter K. Cocolis Jr.

About

Peter K. Cocolis, Jr., DMD, MAGD is a knowledgeable, skilled dentist who provides comprehensive dental treatment in a welcoming, compassionate environment. He offers general, restorative, and cosmetic dentistry with a specialization in implant dentistry.

Dr. Cocolis, a native of the Northern Virginia area, attended the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine after graduating with a BS from the College of William and Mary. He then completed two years of advanced dental training at the University of Virginia, where he served as chief resident. He is a Fellow with the Misch Implant Institute, a Diplomat in the International Congress of Oral Implantologists, and a Master of the Academy of General Dentistry.

Dr. Cocolis is dedicated to maintaining excellence in his profession by continuing to study to further advance his skills. Dr. Cocolis has received several professional recognitions, including repeatedly being named Top Dentist by both Northern Virginia Magazine and Washingtonian magazine, and is listed among ‘The Best Dentists in America.’

Association Certifications

• American Dental Association
• Northern Virginia Dental Society
• Implant Society of Northern Virginia
• Academy of General Dentistry
• Dental Organization of Conscious Sedation
• Fellow with the Misch Implant Institute
• Diplomate of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists

Credentials

DMD, MAGD

Specialization

• General Dentistry
• Children’s Dentistry
• Cosmetic Dentistry

Honors & Awards

Northern Virginia Magazine Top Dentist 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025

Education

• Undergraduate degree—BS Chemistry, The College of Willliam and Mary 1990
• Dental Degree—Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD), University of Pennsylvania 1994
• Post graduate work—2-year general practice residency, The University of Virginia Hospital
• Graduate of the Misch Implant institute with Fellowship and Mastership status
• Master in the Academy of General Dentistry

Internship

University of Virginia – advanced general dental training

Residency

Fellowship

Graduate of the Misch Implant institute with Fellowship and Mastership status

Mission Volunteer Work

• President, West Springfield Rotary Club, 2005 and 2006
• Past experience with Mission of Mercy and Donated Dental Services
• Current member of the Knights of Columbus
• Multiple community outreach to include Little League baseball and softball

Special Procedures

Specializing in comprehensive oral care to include:

• Cosmetic dentistry and smile development and design

• Reconstructive dentistry

• Implant placement and restorative dentistry

• Root canal therapy

• Same day crowns

• Laser dentistry

• Clear aligner therapy and orthodontics

• Crowns, fillings, inlays, and onlays

Additional Information

Experience:

• 30 years of dental practice
• 28 years in Springfield, Northern Virginia
• 20 years in this practice
• Member of Northern Virginia Dental Society and Virginia Dental Associate
• Member of the Seattle Study Club