About Your Dentist

Ralph Pruette, DDS

"Dentistry is an enormously rewarding profession. I enjoy helping people smile and continuing to learn new ways to help them experience excellent oral health."

My Mission

“My mission is to provide the best dental care I can by staying up to date with the latest advancements in the most innovative, affordable, and effective evidence-based procedures.”

Education

Keesler AFB – Biloxi, MSAdvanced Education in General Dentistry

University of North Carolina School of Dentistry - Chapel Hill, NCDoctor of Dental Surgery

Clemson University - Clemson, SCBachelor of Science

Continuing Education & Professional Memberships

Dr. Pruette has completed advanced training through a two-year Hospital Dentistry Fellowship at Wilford Hall Medical Center and the Triangle Area Dental Institute Implant Continuum. He is also an Assistant Professor at the Georgia Dental College at Augusta University.  He is a Member of Academy of General Dentistry and a Member of Academy of General Dentistry Self Instruction Committee

Life & Hobbies

Dr. Pruette and his wife, Windy, have been married for over 40 years. They have two children, Autumn, who is a pediatrician in Houston, and Todd, who is an attorney in Anderson. Dr. Pruette is retired from the Air Force. His hobbies include tennis, golf, trivia competitions, and beekeeping.