Ruges F. Stockton, DDS is a dentist in Columbia, South Carolina who has been improving smiles in Richland County communities since 2002. Dr. Ruges knew he wanted to become a dentist at an early age while shadowing his father, Clyde Stockton, DDS., and wants everyone to love their dental experiences as much as he did growing up. Dr. Ruges moved back to Columbia in 2001, after graduating with his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Howard University, College of Dentistry in Washington, DC. His undergraduate Bachelor of Science degree is also from Howard University. Dr. Ruges and his wife live in Columbia with their two children. When he is not working on happy smiles, Dr. Ruges enjoys playing golf, traveling, participating with youth baseball and basketball, and participating in community service projects. He is a Past Master of St. Paul Lodge #8 (2012) and a lifetime member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated.

Dr. Ruges is a proud member of:

• National Dental Association
• American Dental Association
• South Carolina Dental Association
• Pierre Fauchard Academy
• Academy of General Dentistry