Lip & Tongue Tie Dentist — Hamilton, ON
Get to Know Dr. Michael Rullo
Dr. Rullo says that as a lip and tongue tie dentist in Hamilton, nothing is more fulfilling than helping a new mother through a challenging time while maximizing a child’s potential by resolving any breastfeeding or breathing problems they may have. He’s always happy to see the relief on everyone’s faces after he’s completed a procedure and the source of a family’s stress is gone. He’s eager to meet you and your child, but before you come to see us, you can learn more about him below.
Why Did You Decide to Become a Lip & Tongue Tie Dentist?
Dr. Rullo was a mathematics teacher at Hamilton Wentworth Catholic District School Board before he decided to become involved in oral healthcare. He really liked working with children and wanted to become a pediatric dentist so he could help them avoid the lifelong dental anxiety he himself had struggled with. He truly enjoys making something that is traditionally difficult much easier for children and their families.
Where Did You Study Dentistry?
Dr. Rullo graduated from McMaster University with Honours Degrees in mathematics & statistics as well as biology. He also holds a bachelor’s in education from Brock University.
He later earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery at the University of Western Ontario, which was followed by doing his Pediatric Dental Residency and getting a Masters in Oral Biology in Ohio. Today, he is also an active member of the Canadian Dental Association, Hamilton Academy of Dentistry, and the Canadian Academy of Pediatric Dentistry.
Outside of the Dental Office, What Do You Like to Do?
When he’s not doing dentistry, you can usually find Dr. Rullo and his wife, Jackie, chasing around their two lovely daughters, Serafina and Arabella. His hobbies include playing sports like soccer and volleyball as well as creating art, and he also volunteers by performing screenings for children who come from disadvantaged backgrounds, ensuring all families have easy access to the care they deserve.