Meet Dr. John Rubenstrunk
As a father of three, I understand the importance of high-quality health care that is geared towards making sure every child has a positive dental experience. Being a father during dental school really opened up my eyes and heart to pediatric dentistry – it was a natural and comfortable fit from the moment I started my first pediatric clinical rotation. I enjoy watching my patients grow and mature through the years and personally getting to know them and their families.
While it is important to explain each step of a dental exam or treatment, I believe the most important aspect of pediatric dentistry is making a strong connection with your patients outside of the dental chair. Talking to patients about their interests, hobbies, and other events in their lives help make patients feel like they are more at home rather than at the dental office. Kids love this one-on-one attention and, I’ll have to admit, it allows me to bring out the inner-kid in me, too.
John Rubenstrunk, DDS, MS
Board-Certified Pediatric Dentist
In my free time, you’ll find me spending time with my family outdoors enjoying the many opportunities that living in Colorado affords such as fly fishing, mountain biking and golfing in the summers and skiing the slopes and snowmobiling in the winters. I also enjoy cruising around on my motorcycle taking in all of the beautiful mountain scenery.
Education and professional associations
Columbus Nationwide Children's Hospital
Specialty Certificate in Pediatric Dentistry
Columbus Nationwide Children’s Hospital
Columbus, Ohio
The Ohio State University
Master of Science in Pediatric Dentistry
Doctor of Dental Surgery
The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH
Arizona State University
Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ
Through my professional affiliations, I’m able to connect and collaborate with fellow orthodontists and dentists to allow for continued growth and sharing of knowledge, ensuring that we all provide quality care to the patients we serve. I’m proud to be a professional member of the following associations:
American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
Founded in 1947, the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) is a not‑for‑profit membership association representing the specialty of pediatric dentistry through its 7,500+ members nationwide.
Colorado Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
The Colorado Academy of Pediatric Dentistry is committed to promoting the oral health of children through public education, legislative efforts and education of health care providers.
Colorado Dental Association
The Colorado Dental Association is the professional association of dentists that fosters the success of a diverse membership and advances the oral health of the public.
Kids in Need of Dentistry
Kids In Need of Dentistry (KIND) is a nonprofit organization that provides high‑quality, affordable dental care to children in need throughout Colorado.