Background and Education
Born in Loma Linda, CA, I have spent most of my life here in Southern California with the exception of some of my high school years when I lived in Singapore. After high school I returned to the United States and completed a Biology/ Microbiology degree at La Sierra University in Riverside, CA. I earned my DDS degree from Loma Linda University School of Dentistry shortly thereafter. When not working on teeth, I love listening to and playing music on the piano and cello, scrap-booking, and hiking.
Philosophy
My practice philosophy is greatly influenced by the Golden Rule which can be paraphrased as, “Treat others as I would want to be treated.” I listen and strive to meet the individuals’ needs as a person as well as their dental needs. I want my interactions with my clients to be more than just the “business as usual drill and fill” impersonal service I find sadly to be true in many of the practices I’ve observed or practiced in. I want clients to feel special, respected and sense that we genuinely care about the well-being of their whole person – not just their teeth; That there are names and faces and histories and families behind the smiles/ teeth we treat and come into contact with daily. At our office, my staff and I strive to provide quality and personalized care in a comfortable, state-of-the-art antiseptic environment. We hope to establish long lasting relationships with the people who have come to place their trust in us. Welcome to our family!
Affiliations
- 1997 - present – Member of California Dental Association
- 1997 - present – Member of American Dental Association
- 1997 - present – Member of Tri County Dental Society
- 2005 - present – Member of American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry