Dr. Scott Ruvo grew up in Sussex County, N.J., playing football and wrestling for Pope John High School. He graduated from the University of Illinois at Chicago Dental School, and returned home to Sparta to practice as a family dentist. He is committed to helping his patients achieve excellent oral health in a warm and comfortable environment. Dr. Ruvo comes from a family of dentists and actively seeks the latest advances in dental medicine by attending prestigious continuing education seminars including the Rosenthal Institute for Cosmetic Dentistry and the Pankey Institute. Dr. Ruvo is also trained in orthodontics through the United States Dental Institute.
Dr. Vergara is also a long-time Sussex County resident, having grown up in Newton, NJ. After completing her undergraduate curriculum at the University of North Carolina, she attended the University of Medicine and Dentistry in New Jersey. She recently completed a general practice residency at Morristown Memorial Hospital, where she was trained in Cad Cam Technology, implant restorations, full mouth rehabilitation and pediatric dentistry. Dr. Vergara also has a passion for working with the disabled and patients with special needs.
Our administrative team is dedicated to providing you with a beautiful smile and excellent patient service. With years of training and expertise, each member of our team treats patients like a member of their own family. 'We pride ourselves on customer serviceand we work together seamlesslyto maximize your insurance benefits, helping you obtain the treatment you need or desire in the most cost-effective manner.'
Our dental hygienistsare crucial to the success in the care you receive at Sparta Dental Arts. They are highly skilled and highly trained professionals, instrumental in the maintenance of your oral and dental health. They have received advanced training in the non-surgical treatment and maintenance of periodontal disease (gum disease), the most prevalent and potentially dangerous oral infection. Their goal is the prevention of this disease by facilitating your preventative dental prophylaxis (cleaning) and providing you with the skills and knowledge you need to do your part in its prevention. They are certified in dental radiography and take routine radiographs (x-rays) of your teeth to aid in the early diagnosis of dental problems. You can count on them to stay up to date on the latest advances in periodontal therapy and provide you with detailed oral hygiene instructions so you can continue to care for your smile between visits.
Our dental assistants work closely with your dentists to make sure you are comfortable and receive excellent care. They are highly skilled and trained to facilitate the efficiency of your treatment. In addition to directly assisting the doctors, they are also certified to serve you through the areas of radiography, sterilization, and expanded functions including impressions, construction of temporary crowns, charting and sterilization. They make every effort to assure you have a sensational experience.