ABOUT DR. RUTRICK

Dr. Rutrick has been a pioneer in the field of surgical and non-surgical distraction osteogenesis. He strives to achieve excellence in both aesthetic beauty and pain-free function.

Cases that are out of the ordinary are accepted as challenges by Dr. Rutrick, and he brings unique creativity, innovation and dedication to resolve the specific orthopedic/orthodontic needs presented. Complex cases may require the services of other dentists, physicians or specialists (e.g. ENT, oral surgeon, plastic surgeon, speech pathologist, etc.) and, when indicated, a team will be brought together to evaluate the case, confirm a diagnosis and establish a treatment plan for the patient.

View his full curriculum vitae or highlights below.

In addition to his professional interests, Dr. Rutrick also plays the piano and enjoys painting.

Professional Affiliations

• American Board of Orthodontics, Diplomate
• College of Diplomates of the American Board of Orthodontics
• American Cleft Palate–Craniofacial Association
• American Academy of Craniofacial Pain
• American Association of Orthodontists
• Georgia Association of Orthodontists
• American Dental Association
• American Association of Massage Therapists
• Nationally certified in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork
• Certified in Neuromuscular Therapeutic Massage
  

Hospital Affiliations

• Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta at Scottish Rite (consulting)
• Wellstar Health Care System at Windy Hill (consulting)

Education

• Doctor of Dental Medicine – University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey
  Member Omicron Kappa Upsilon (national dental honor society)
• Master of Science in Dentistry (Orthodontics) – Boston University School of Graduate Dentistry
• Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study (Orthodontics) – Boston University School of Graduate Dentistry
• Bachelor of Arts (Biology) – New York University

Practice and Military Service

• Dental Director – Atlanta Cleft Lip and Palate Team
• Consultant, Dento/Craniofacial Orthopedics – Scottish Rite Hospital
• Attending Orthodontist for Plastic Surgery, Children’s Medical Service – Department of Human Resources
• Dental Director, Orofacial Anomalies Clinic – Scottish Rite Hospital
• Associate Clinician – Dr. Marvin C. Goldstein (private practice), Atlanta
• Division of Orthodontic Services Chief – Wright Patterson Air Force Base, Dayton, Ohio

Publications

• “Bone Graft Reconstruction of the Cleft Maxilla (Orthopedic Preparation/Surgical Management),” Operative Techniques in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery: Robert E. Rutrick, DMD, MScD; Paul W. Black, MD
• “Presurgical Orthopedic Management of the Unilateral Cleft Lip and Palate,” Operative Techniques in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery: Robert E. Rutrick, DMD, MScD; Steven R. Cohen, MD; Paul W. Black, MD; Fernando D. Burstein, MD
• “Distraction Osteogenesis of the Human Craniofacial Skeleton – Initial Experience With a New Distraction System,” Journal of Craniofacial Surgery: Steven R. Cohen, MD; Robert E. Rutrick, DMD, MScD; Fernando D. Burstein, MD
• “Bilateral Cleft Lip and Palate; Presurgical Treatment,” Annals of Plastic Surgery
• “Crossbite Correction with a Therapeutic Pacifier,” ASDC Journal of Dentistry for Children
• “Multidisciplinary Responsibilities in Orthopedic-Occlusal Rehabilitation,” American Journal of Orthodontics
• “Bruxism,” Block Drug Senior Essay Award, New Jersey College of Medicine and Dentistry