My family and I have been patients of Dr. Rugeley for 20 years. We've received a wide range of care from him and without exception, Dr. Rugeley and his team always provide top notch service and care. From cleanings and fillings to repairing chipped teeth and whitening regimens, we recommend his practice. read more

I've been seeing Dr. Rugeley for over a decade. You can't ask for a better doctor, team, or facility!

Dr John Rugeley was very nice and went above and beyond what is to be expected. He came in on his day off and took care of my painfull tooth with a temperary fix then scheduled me to come in that next monday to have the real work done. Not only was he professional but friendly and never once treated me like I didnt know what was going on. Some of the best dental work I have ever had done, but it was a bit pricy. Well worth it in the long run. read more

John K Rugeley, DDS - View from the chair - Cosmetic Dentists Near Me - Austin, Texas

I've lived in Austin since 1981, and I can honestly say that I've never had a bad experience with a dentist before, or even a hygienist. But it wasn't until I experienced a visit with Dr. Rugeley and his hygienist Aislynn, that a dental visit was taken to a new level. I've never had a more thorough cleaning. And I've never had a more thorough post examination from a Dr. before. When I complimented Aislynn on her artistry, she told me that because Dr.Rugeley was such a wonderful dentist and employer, she's been with him for 15 years and will retire when he retires. The combination of professionalism and warmth is so rare. For as long as Dr.Rugeley will be in practice, I will be his patient. I couldn't recommend a practice more highly. If you're seeking a Dr. and staff that truly cares about you, you won't need to look any further. You'll be welcomed, you'll be listened to, and you'll receive the absolute best service from a medical practice ever! It starts at the top, congratulations Dr.Rugeley. read more

I'm not sure if anyone would search Yelp for a dentist, but since most referrals are by word of mouth... OK, lame pun when talking about dentists, so let me be serious. Dr Rugeley is exactly what we look for in health care providers: professional, knowledgeable, courteous, friendly, and caring. His attitude is reflected in his staff. Most of his hygienists and front desk staff have worked with him for years. (Shout out to BJ, who is charming and so friendly) In my lifetime I've been to a number of dental offices as I've grown up and lived in different places. My wife found Dr Rugeley about 11 years ago and has referred practically everyone she knows to see him. This dentist is definitely the best. read more

Never have I had a better dentist. I've now had 2 cleanings, a cavity, and a crown done by this office, and I have ZERO complaints. I'm a fairly nervous nellie when it comes to dental work, but they almost have me looking forward to my appointments. The scraping part of the cleaning - they're so gentle it almost felt like a massage... even after 3 years of no dentist. To numb your mouth, they have a great technique where you only feel the first shot or 2. I've rarely had any appointments run over the time alotted (today, we were about 10 mins over because it took extra time for the novacane to kick in), and the receptionist/staff are super nice. They call one week and the day before to remind you of appointments. I have nothing bad to say - minus it seems a little pricey - but that may just be that I don't have quite A list insurance anymore. It's worth it though - I had a crown done this morning and I was eating comfortably by 1pm with no pain, swelling, or any uncomfortableness in my mouth. Even if it is pricey (and I'm not sure it is), it's totally worth it. read more

I tried to cancel an appointment because I had to go with my grandparents to the hospital the day after Christmas, but they charged me 75$ for a cancellation fee even though I called 24 hours+ before my appointment. When I refused to pay the ridiculous fee, they fucked up my credit over it. I also found out that my bite guard they charged me nearly a thousand dollars for should have only cost me about $200. Don't be blindsided by his nice demenor, all they care about is your money even if they have to be shady to get it. What sort of crappy Christian charges someone a cancellation fee for taking their grandparents to the hospital the day after Christmas when they called 24 hours ahead of time? Dr. Rugeley apparently. read more

I have been going here for over 13 years I think. I had family and friends all recommend them, and have since recommended them to everyone who needs a dentist. Dr. Rugeley is likely one of the most friendliest, genuinely nicest people on the planet and that shows through when you are in his chair. I originally had no insurance, then had in network, and now am out of network, but I just eat the difference because I do not want to go anywhere else. The staff is super friendly, and cleanings have alternative technologies so there can be less scraping, and if you aren't 100% happy with the experience, it must have been an off day, because everyone I know who goes, loves these folks. read more

I have been seeing Dr. Rugeley for the past 3 years. After a terrible experience with a dentist down the road, I took the recommendation of my friend Tim and came to this office. What a world of difference! Dr. Rugeley not only had a better rapport with his patients, but he immediately noted the bad work done on my teeth previously and set to work on a plan to get it fixed. My husband, who also suffers from the fait of bad teeth genetics has continued to experience great work here as well. He and I have both been recommended to specialists for root canals and gum work, and I never doubt that Dr. Rugeley sends us to the right people. Fast forward 3 years later, I have a daughter who will begin her cleanings and treatments here as well this summer. Aside from the dentistry work, the hygienists and front desk staff are some of the loveliest people I've met. Everyone is sweet and kind, and the billing department is also great at working with you if there are any issues with payment. If you need a new dentist or just moved to the area, definitely check this place out! read more

outstanding practice. Staff goes out of their way to accommodate appointments. The hygienists are so very good at their work but very very gentle. Dr Rudgely goes above and beyond in in not only treating the patients issue but goes into depth in understanding what's driving the issue. Outstanding patient relationship manners. Just an overall excellent practice. They all sincerely care about you as though you are the only patient. best, R read more

Best dentist and dentist office I've been to. Booking an appointment was fantastic. Stephanie, the office manager was so easy to work with and very patient. My last dentist pretty much sucked and made the whole transition difficult, but Stephanie kept it cool and helped me not stress about it too much. In the end it worked out fine, but if Stephanie had not been handling it, I'm sure it would have not gone as smoothly. The intake process was easy and everything was running on time! The hygienist, Aslen (spelling?) who worked on my teeth was so gentle, so patient and so sweet. She said she had been working with Dr. Rugeley for 10 years and has been seeing some of the same patients. That type of commitment and loyalty to this office doesn't surprise me because they are that good. I have cold sensitivity and some receding gum line so I can get a little jumpy during cleanings. My hygienist talked me through everything that she was going to do, checked in with me often and did everything she could to make me comfortable. It was great. Then after my x-rays, cleaning and pictures, Dr. Rugeley came in and did an additional evaluation that was so thorough. He's very warm, kind and a great listener. Very personable. He seems to really love his job, he's obviously very good at it. This office rocks. read more

This has been the only dental experience of my life i can say i not only don't dread, but look forward to it now. John is real and straight forward. He always gets the needle in the right spot to completely minimize pain. Highly approve! read more

Every time I step out of Dr Rugeley's office I forget that I just went to the dentist. Beyond the fact that I have never left his practice in pain, I have also never left his practice wondering, "Could they have squeezed more pennies out of my insurance?" Dr. Rugeley is always on your side when it comes to payment, making sure you get the most coverage from your provider. He also never pushes you to undergo procedures that don't fit your budget at the time. Dr. Rugeley is extremely thorough with both check-ups and major pieces of work, and genuinely enjoys helping anyone in need of dental work. read more

The best! Not a fancy office, but such nice people. Gentle care. Compassion. Honesty. My previous dentist said I had 3 cavities the Dr. Rugeley says I don't have. It took us 3 years to find a good dentist in Austin, but this is the place to go. read more

Been a patient OMG for many years.. I want dental treatments that are there to keep my teeth healthy.. I don't need all of the extras that are available John is a good guy, He makes the suggestions for taking care of my dental needs and is not pushy about getting a lot of extras done. read more

I have been a patient of Dr. Rugeley's for a few years now and have been very pleased with him. He is always willing to explain in detail the dental care I receive and discuss my options. Recently I needed a crown for my back molar and I decided on a high noble gold crown. Unfortunately, the lab did not carry the precious alloy combination I wanted. Dr. Rugeley spoke with the lab and the lab ordered the precious alloy material I requested. Dr. Rugeley has gone above and beyond my expectations. His work is always of the highest quality. Dr. Rugeley's staff is also exceptional. They are professional, knowledgeable, skilled and friendly. I feel comfortable and confident in their hands. read more

Great, pleasant dentist; very thorough. Always feel like I'm well taken care of here.

was referred by my boss so I filled out the paperwork in advance and got seen for the initial new patient stuff then a month later for my cleaning. I have insurance so I paid like 3 dollars each time . Well two months later I get a huge bill saying I'm not covered by them. Not once did I get a heads up from their staff that there was an issue with my insurance because apparently I have an HMO and they aren't my primary. This is very wrong and someone clearly didn't do their job now I'm expected to pay for it when I would've never been seen by them if I wasn't covered. I'm very angry when I called they said well did you show your insurance the day of? I said no so then they came back and said well we expect our patients to now what their insurance covers (this is my first time using this insurance). Not cool read more

Dr. Rugeley is the nicest dentist and his office is the greatest group of ladies. He always makes time for me and has made himself available when we had an emergency over a weekend. I highly recommend! read more

I HATE dentists and everything associated with them. By rights I should hate this one too, BUT he is just too damn good. great staff, great work, and great sense of humor! can't go wrong with this guy EVER read more

This is how medical care should be provided. Friendly staff (from the front desk to the hygienist, Aislynn, to Dr. Rugeley), thorough, helpful, and reasonable. My husband's co-worker offered his name when we moved into the area...before we even mentioned that we were looking for a dentist and we will be paying that recommendation forward. read more

We are new to Austin and I'm happy to have found Dr. Rugeley. He is gentle and patient and explains all the procedures to me. I think his philosophy is a good one in that he wants to take care of things when they are small and not wait until you need a crown or root canal. All of his office staff are super, very kind. Aislynn cleaned my teeth and did a great job. Stephanie, Kewanda, and Tatjana are so nice and considerate. All in all, I'm very happy with Dr. Rugeley and happy that my daughter recommended him. read more