Why did you choose dentistry?
I chose dentistry as my profession for a number of different reasons. I will say that my family has been very involved with dentistry as well. My mother is a general dentist who recently retired, and my father is a periodontist. They met in dental school, so I did grow up in a dental family.
I spent time working in my mom's office growing up and in my dad's office as well. I always knew that was a possibility, that I'd want to go into that field. As I got older, I did a lot of volunteer work and assisting. I really had a chance to see all the different roles, and I just knew it was a natural fit.
What is your career journey in dentistry?
My career journey in dentistry started even before dental school. I was an undergraduate at the University of Florida, where I finished my degree in food science and human nutrition, but I was already actively working in the dental field at that time, helping at a rural health clinic as a dental assistant.
Once I went to dental school, I chose the University of Alabama at Birmingham, where I followed in my parents' footsteps. My mother did a hospital-based general practice residency at the hospital, and my father did his periodontal residency there. There was already a connection to Birmingham.
I spent eight years there in total. I did four years of dental school, followed by a one-year general practice residency at UAB Hospital. I then completed three years of training in periodontics at the UAB School of Dentistry with a joint appointment at the VA hospital.
What is your favorite part of your job?
My favorite part of my job is the patient interaction and seeing transformations come to life. I really take pride in spending time with patients and getting to know them, not just their teeth and their mouths, but getting to know them as people. Tallahassee has been a wonderful place to practice. I think that's truly what I enjoy most about my job.
What do you enjoy outside of the office?
Outside of the office, I have a busy family life. Currently, I have a four-year-old daughter and a two-year-old daughter, so they definitely keep me on my toes. I enjoy spending time with family, cooking, and getting in the occasional round of golf as well.
Where did you complete your training?
All of my dental training was done at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, following in my parents' footsteps. I went to dental school from 2008 to 2012. Then, from 2012 to 2013, upon graduation, I did a general practice residency, which is a one-year residency based out of UAB Hospital. There, we saw patients with more complex medical needs and interacted with physicians on more complex care, including care for head and neck radiation patients.
Then, from 2013 to 2016, I was a resident in the UAB School of Dentistry's Department of Periodontology and also had a joint appointment with the VA hospital in Birmingham. From 2015 to 2016, I served as my class's chief resident.
What is your work history in the dental field?
My work history in the dental field started as a dental assistant when I was in high school. I actually worked for both my mother and my father, developing X-rays, turning over rooms, and just doing some basic work. When I was an undergraduate at the University of Florida, I also did some dental assisting, and then I went through my dental training.
My career as a dentist started in 2016. I joined my father in clinical practice in the Tampa Bay area and practiced with him for about three years prior to my wife and me both moving up to Tallahassee and starting our respective practices. In 2020, we started [practice: name], and we've had our roots established here ever since.
What sets your patient care apart?
There are a number of things that I really enjoy about providing patient care. I think a few things in particular set us apart. One is the patient relationship. To us, it's not just about teeth and gums. It's about getting to know the person.
The other big one that we take a lot of pride in is the patient experience overall. In addition to making sure that we know our patients and coordinate care well, we also try to provide an extremely comfortable experience for the patient. That goes all the way down to talking about what you may feel when we do the numbing for a procedure. We're very specific about trying to make that experience go as smoothly as possible.
Are you board certified?
After my advanced training in periodontology, I finished in 2016, when I served as chief resident at the UAB School of Dentistry. I then pursued board certification through the American Board of Periodontology, which I received in 2017. I've maintained my board certification since that time.
What professional affiliations or groups are you associated with?
There's a little bit of a long list for this one. I'm currently a member of the American Academy of Periodontology, Southern Academy of Periodontology, Florida Association of Periodontists, Leon County Dental Association, Northwest District Dental Association, Florida Dental Association, and American Dental Association.
Specifically, with the Leon County Dental Association, I currently serve on the board. I'm also a member of the North American Society of Periodontists and the International College of Dentists.
How are you involved in public service and the community?
In addition to the work that I do locally at the office, I'm also very dedicated to public service and the community. I've fortunately had the opportunity to be recognized by a number of organizations for some of the work that I've provided.
One of the areas where I've really taken a lot of pride is working at Tallahassee State College, where I've held a few different roles. I was awarded the Friends and Alumni Hall of Fame Award after helping at the school as an adjunct faculty member and also establishing a scholarship in 2024, which will be an endowed scholarship to help a dental assisting student in need. I've also been recognized through the Heroes in Health Care program for my contributions as a faculty member.
I currently serve as an adjunct faculty member at Tallahassee State College, where I give lectures and also work with second-year students. In addition to the work at Tallahassee State College, I currently serve on the TSC Foundation board. I'm also involved with the Leon County Dental Association, where I serve on the board, and I'm scheduled to serve as president of the association in 2027.
What awards have you received for public service?
There have been a few awards I've received regarding public service. The first was the Public Service Award through the Florida Dental Association. Up to three dentists in the state of Florida are given this award annually, and I was nominated and received the award in 2025. I was an award winner along with a general dentist in the Tampa Bay area, so there were two dentists that year.
In 2025, I was also nominated for fellowship in the International College of Dentists. It's a nomination-based organization that recognizes dentists for professional achievement and service. I was very honored to receive that recognition.
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As a board-certified Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology, Dr. Rasmussen is fully committed to maintaining the highest standards in patient care possible.
After completing his undergraduate degree at the University of Florida, Dr. Rasmussen earned his Doctor of Dental Medicine at the University of Alabama School of Dentistry. This was followed by two subsequent residencies at UAB in Birmingham, ultimately specializing in Periodontology. In his last year, he served as the Chief Resident, which is awarded to only one resident in the program each year. Soon after, he received Board Certification through the American Academy of Periodontology. As a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology, he is committed to providing the highest standard of patient care.
Dr. Rasmussen is deeply committed to public service and is working to expand access to care across the Big Bend. Due to his commitment to service, he was awarded the Public Service Award through the Florida Dental Association in 2025. This award is given to up to 3 dental professionals in the state of Florida each year for significant contributions to Public Service. Dr. Rasmussen also supports the next generation of dental professionals through an endowed scholarship at Tallahassee State College, where he also serves as an adjunct professor in the dental hygiene clinic.
When he isn’t busy at the practice, Dr. Rasmussen absolutely loves playing golf – he’d play every day if he could! He also grew up a football fan and still roots for his hometown Buccaneers, as well as his Alma Mater (the Gators, who sadly aren’t as popular here in Tallahassee).