Dr Rick Alvarez

doctor of dental surgery

Fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry

Dr. Rick Alvarez has been a dentist in southwest Missouri for 25 years.  While attending undergraduate studies in psychology at Bethel College in St. Paul, Minnesota, he became interested in the dental profession while going through orthodontic treatment.  Dr. Rick went to dental school at the University of Minnesota, where he was elected President of his dental class.

Dr. Alvarez has the distinction of being a Fellow in the Academy of General Dentistry which requires over 500 hours of continued education and successfully passing a rigorous 2 day exam.  AGD Fellows are recognized in their profession as dentists who learn the most current technologies and procedures to provide exceptional oral care and are committed to lifelong excellence in their profession.  Dr. Rick enjoys being able to provide a wide range of dental services in his office from gum care, cosmetic dentistry, and crowns and bridges, to root canals, oral surgery, implants and dentures.  He is the immediate past President of the Missouri Academy of General Dentistry and has served as a delegate to the national governing body.  Dr. Rick is also a member of the American Dental Association, the Missouri Dental Association and the Greater Springfield Dental Society.

Dr. Rick met his wife, Kathy, while he was in dental school and they have 2 adult children.  His son, Ben, is also an area dentist and has blessed him with 3 grandchildren.  Kimberly, his daughter, is an accomplished dancer and choreographer and she and her husband are proud new parents.   When he isn’t busy caring for patients, Dr. Rick enjoys spending time with his family, traveling, playing guitar and learning new tricks on the grill.  He also enjoys following college and professional football, baseball, soccer, golf and hockey. GO CHIEFS!

Dr. Alvarez looks forward to providing you and your family with skilled and compassionate dental care.