Growing up, going to my dental appointments was a nerve-wracking experience. I was terrified of the procedures. However, as I asked my dentist more questions, I developed more interest in my oral health and in the field of dentistry. After exploring the dental field with my local dentist, my fears turned into curiosity, and I quickly realized how dentistry is not all about teeth.

Dentistry allows time and space for patient relationships, health education, mentorship, service, and emotional and physical healing combined with art and science. This rare mix, paired with the opportunity to help patients achieve their oral health goals, assured me that I could fulfill my purpose through dentistry.