Richard Altman, DDS

Dr. Richard Altman attended Rutgers University, where he received his bachelor of arts in biology. Following his undergraduate studies, he earned his ‘Doctor of Dental Surgery’ degree from Columbia University. Upon earning his DDS, he completed a year residency at Robert Wood Johnson. Dr. Altman has also been an active member of the American Dental Association and The Union County Dental Society since 1988. Dentistry is something that struck Dr. Altman’s interest at a very young age. While getting a broken tooth repaired at just seven years old, he became mesmerized by the profession, and had a clear vision for his future. Dr. Altman is extremely passionate about helping his patients look and feel good. For Dr. Altman, the most rewarding part of being a dentist is, “Restoring people’s smiles, and bringing back their confidence.” Dr. Altman opened The Dental Suite in 2016, to continue his love for owning and operating a family dental practice. He enjoys being able to treat every member of the family, and getting to know all of his patients. Dr. Altman enjoys spending time with his wife, Kellie, and three girls, Brittany, Brooke, and Tatum. When he is not at the Dental Suite, he enjoys golfing, and rooting for the Rutgers Scarlet Knights. Dr. Altman also enjoys cheering on his daughter, Tatum, at her college lacrosse games, and watching the Florida State Seminoles with his whole family. You can likely catch him listening to Bruce Springsteen, or solving the latest crossword puzzle in the local newspaper.