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Richard Frutiger
Dr. Frutiger has dedicated his professional career to providing the best dentistry has to offer. He is a native of Flint, Michigan and graduated from Grand Blanc High School. He received his undergraduate degree from Michigan State University and enjoyed a career as a microbiologist before going to dental school. Dr. Frutiger graduated from University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry in 1984 and continued his education with a General Practice Residency at Hartford Hospital, Hartford, Connecticut. Dr. Frutiger moved to Alma in 1985 with his wife, Dr. Wassenaar.
Dr. Rich has extensive advanced education in fixed and removable prosthetics as well as cosmetic and reconstructive dentistry. He has served on the staff of Mid-Michigan Medical Center-Gratiot and is committed to giving back to his community. He is active in Rotary International and has served as Co-Chair of Gratiot County United Way. Dr. Frutiger makes family time a priority and enjoys skiing, duck hunting, …swimming and cycling.
Read More Read less Dr. Frutiger has dedicated his professional career to providing the best dentistry has to offer. He is a native of Flint, Michigan and graduated from Grand Blanc High School. He received his undergraduate degree from Michigan State University and enjoyed a career as a microbiologist before going to dental school. Dr. Frutiger graduated from University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry in 1984 and continued his education with a General Practice Residency at Hartford Hospital, Hartford, Connecticut. Dr. Frutiger moved to Alma in 1985 with his wife, Dr. Wassenaar.
Dr. Rich has extensive advanced education in fixed and removable prosthetics as well as cosmetic and reconstructive dentistry. He has served on the staff of Mid-Michigan Medical Center-Gratiot and is committed to giving back to his community. He is active in Rotary International and has served as Co-Chair of Gratiot County United Way. Dr. Frutiger makes family time a priority and enjoys skiing, duck hunting, …swimming and cycling.
Quick Facts
- 1 specialty
- 8 areas of expertise
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
Dr. Richard Charles Frutiger
226 N State StAlma, MI 48801 Tel: (989) 463-5392
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 1:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks Spanish, English | Speaks Spanish, English | Speaks Spanish, English | |
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| Med School: University of Pennsylvania | Med School: Midwestern School of Dental Medicine | Med School: Boston University | |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Richard Charles Frutiger has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Richard Charles Frutiger has the following 8 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
Dr. Richard Charles Frutiger holds an active medical license in the state of Michigan.
Medical License
Doctor Of Dental Surgery with an active medical license in the state of Michigan.
NPI Number
Dr. Frutiger's NPI number is 1043352552.
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