Dr. Ruwwe was born in Jacksonville, Florida in a Navy hospital. His father, George R. Ruwwe, graduated from the Naval Academy and was a lieutenant on the USS Huntington. They moved to Kansas City while his father attended UMKC School of Dentistry. Upon his fathers graduation, the family moved to St. Joseph where his father joined his grandfather, George H. Ruwwe, in his dental practice. At age sixteen, Dr. Ruwwe started working in his grandfathers and fathers dental practice as a dental assistant. After high school, Dr. Ruwwe attended Westminster College for 4 years and attained a degree in Business Administration. While at Westminster College, Dr. Ruwwe became a member of the Phi Delta Theta Fraternity. After Westminster College, Dr. Ruwwe attended dental school at UMKC School of Dentistry in Kansas City, Missouri where he graduated with distinction from the Academy of Operative Dentistry. His career in dentistry started in 1987 where he joined his father and grandfather in their practice as the third generation Ruwwe to practice dentistry in St. Joseph, Missouri.
In 2007, he received a fellowship degree in the Academy of General Dentistry. The fellowship requirements include 5 years of membership, 500 hours of continuing education and passing a 500 question exam. The academy promotes excellence in dentistry through the endless pursuit of knowledge in dentistry. Since dental school, he has taken over 1,000 hours of continuing education.
Physical fitness and nutrition are high on his areas of interest. He belongs to the Northwest Missouri Dental Society, The Missouri Dental Association, The Academy of General Dentistry, The American Orthodontic Society, and the Academy of Laser Dentistry.
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Rating 5.0 out of 5 based on 363 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowesttodd Smith
a year ago
Always excellent care and service by all staff. Highly recommend...
Christy Wright
a year ago
Dr Ruwwe and stay were wonderful. He should hire me as a fill in Dental Assistant
Gary Chesser
a year ago
As usual, on time and professional service was provided.
Edward row
a year ago
Did not have to wait a long time. A very pleasant experience for going to the Dentist. Would highly recommend this Dentist if you are looking for one.
Buddy Merritt
a year ago
Zoey was awesome. I used to teach customer service classes and she would get an A+.
m timmer
a year ago
I've gone to Dr Ruwwe for over 30 years. The staff is very friendly and efficient. I never have to wait past my appointment time to be seen.
Tina Cady
a year ago
Dr. Ruwwe and his staff are amazing! They got me in on time, treatment was pain free, and Dr. Ruwwe advised the most conservative treatment rather than having me invest tons of money in treatment that might not be necessary!
Angie Hall
a year ago
They're always so helpful and friendly. Always willing to do whatever they can always to help. Dr Ruwwe is a great dentist!
Anita Meis
a year ago
The girls who fitted me for my dentures was very professional. They worked well with each other. The only bad thing was I am allergic to the rubbing alcohol they used to clean the molds. My lips broke out
Irene Walker
a year ago
I have been trusting the care of my teeth to Dr. Ruwwe for many years. Him and his staff are the best. They are always professional, kind and caring!
Dennis Wampler
a year ago
Very pleasant as always. Tracy took good care of me. Thanks Bob.
Krystle Noel
a year ago
I am very pleased with my visit here. Everyone was so kind and they made me feel so much better about what needed done to my teeth. I would recommend them to anyone.
Ashley Ashworth
a year ago
The staff did a great job, super friendly! Office was super clean and a great setting. DR. RUWWE was amazing. Recommend this place above any other office in this area. My extraction was pain free and fast
Gary Patterson
a year ago
Wonderful staff and Dr Ruwwe is the best. Very professional group that are helpful and accommodating.
kim lightle
2 years ago
It was great! My hygienist was the best! Very relaxing and took care of business! Give it 10 stars!
Bill Patterson
2 years ago
Excellent
Mary Catherine Jones
2 years ago
I have been a patient of Dr. Ruwwe for many years. Excellent (!!!!!) dentist. Competent and caring hygienists. I have always felt that my dental needs are an important priority to them!
brian deatherage
2 years ago
Greatest guy you could ever meet A pain free experience Treats his employees with the upmost respect. An all around great experience All of the lady's where really nice. Hands down the best Dentist office in NW Missouri
Gail Jimenez
2 years ago
I always have a great experience and awesome outcome with Dr.Ruwwe; and his staff is very pleasant and well trained.
Veronica Leidy
2 years ago
Dr Ruwwe is amazing with kids and get job done fast!!! Highly recommend to anyone!!!!
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