Dr. Stephen Ruso: Making an Impact, One Little Smile at a Time

Dr. Ruso is passionate about creating confident smiles. As a board-certified orthodontist, he brings his expertise and dedication to treating young patients in a fun and welcoming environment. With the latest advancements in orthodontics, Dr. Ruso offers comfortable and efficient treatments designed to improve not only a child's smile, but also their facial aesthetics, airway function, and overall oral health.

Dr. Ruso's academic background includes:

• Graduating with honors from the University of Florida with a degree in psychology, where he was a member of Phi Beta Kappa Society and the Golden Key International Honor Society

• Earning his doctorate in dental surgery from the renowned University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), graduating with honors and earning membership in the prestigious Omicron Kappa Upsilon National Dental Honor Society

• Completing a specialty degree in orthodontics and a Master of Science degree in Oral Biology at the prestigious Baylor College of Dentistry

• Achieving diplomate status from the American Board of Orthodontics, signifying a higher level of expertise in the field

Dr. Ruso's dedication extends beyond his clinical practice. He has authored articles on topics relevant to children's oral health and orthodontics, and holds a position on the medical faculty at Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital, contributing to the Craniofacial and Cleft Palate Team.

When he's not creating beautiful smiles, Dr. Ruso enjoys spending time with his lovely wife, a local elementary school teacher, and their two amazing daughters.