I love that by eliminating a problem, or improving a patient’s oral health, I can make a lasting difference in my patient’s well-being. I think we all feel contentment when we can make a situation better than we found it, and being a dentist lets me experience that often. When a person comes to me with dental pain, and I am able to relieve them of that, it’s a great feeling. The same is true for when someone comes to our office and is ashamed of their smile; my profession allows me to help them improve their oral health and their teeth so they can smile with confidence.

The connections that I make with each person I care for are incredibly fulfilling. It’s fun to keep tabs on everyone’s family when they come in for their checkups, and to hear all the crazy stories about how “this” happened, as they point to their tooth. At the same time, I know it take a lot of trust for a patient to turn their personal space over to someone else and I am humbled by that trust, taking the responsibility seriously. I always strive to provide each patient with the best care I can offer, gently and with respect.