Dr. Ruggio graduated from Loyola University Dental School in 1981. Upon graduation he served as a resident in the General practice Residency Program at Cook County Hospital in Chicago where he received advanced training in trauma care, oral surgery, anesthesia, internal medicine, emergency and hospital dentistry.
In 1994, he participated in a residency program in Implant Dentistry at Watertower Surgery Center. In 1995 he was appointed to the staff of Watertower Surgery Center‘s Department of Dentistry and Oral Surgery where he performed numerous implant surgeries. Today, implants are safely and routinely performed in his offices with great success.
Cosmetic dentistry is as demanding as implant dentistry. Dr. Ruggio continually receives education and training from his peers and by keeping current with the latest dental journals. You can be confident that you will receive state-of-the-art care.
Most people are not aware that courses in cosmetic and implant dentistry are not taught in dental school. Advanced training and experience is a must to recreate and restore your smile. From the beginning of my career, I was trained by dentists, oral surgeons, plastic surgeon’s and ear, nose and throat physicians where we treated people with variety of dental and facial problems that ranged from the minor tooth problems to severe dental and facial trauma requiring comprehensive care. I see Hundreds of cosmetic and implant cases each year. The average dentist sees far less. It is this kind of experience where you can be assured that we will meet or exceed your expectations.David A. Ruggio, D.D.S.
Dr. Ruggio’s knowledge, experience and artistic skills are what set him apart from the average dentist.
Dr. Nicholas Ruggio grew up in Arlington Heights, Illinois where he graduated from St. Viator High School in 2004. He then went on to earn a bachelor of science in Biology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 2008. After finishing his undergraduate education, he graduated from the University of Illinois-Chicago College of Dentistry in 2013. Upon graduation he joined his father in the practice of dentistry at The Dental Office of Lincoln Park and Northwest Dental Group's Arlington Heights and Elgin offices.
Throughout his years in dental school, Dr. Ruggio participated in several clinical externships from Humboldt Park in Chicago to Boulder, Colorado where he gained experience and knowledge by performing hundreds of procedures in private practice settings. Dr. Ruggio brings his knowledge and excellent training to our offices to provide you with the best that dentistry has to offer. Dr. Ruggio attends extensive continuing education courses in dental implants, oral surgery, and cosmetic dentistry to stay up to date with the latest dental techniques and technologies. He is also a member of the American Dental Association (ADA), Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), and Chicago Dental Society (CDS). He recently just completed an extensive continuing education course that involved over 80+ hours of lecture and hands on training in the placement and restoration of dental implants.
In his spare time, Dr. Ruggio enjoys working out, watching Chicago sports, spending time with his family, and enjoying everything the city of Chicago has to offer!