Amanda P. Rutledge
Registered Dental Hygienist

Amanda is a Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) having completed her degree and licensure in June 2001. She is a graduate of West Plains High School and Missouri Southern State University in Joplin, Mo.

A RDH is a licensed healthcare professional, oral health educator and clinician, which provides preventative, educational and therapeutic services, supporting total health for the control of oral diseases and the promotion of oral health. A RDH has completed a
minimum two-year
college program that includes
classroom studies and extensive
supervised clinical experience.

A RDH must pass a national written exam, clinical exam, and state laws exam in addition to graduation from an accredited dental hygiene program to receive licensure. A RDH can also administer anesthetics.

Amanda looks forward to meeting with you and helping you achieve the beautiful smile you have always wanted.