I was born in Worcester, MA, and have lived in Indianapolis, IN, Louisville, KY, Washington, D.C., and Petersburg, IL. My father worked for the Secret Service, so I was no stranger to traveling. I graduated in 1986 with a Bachelors in Biology from Murray State University, where I attended on a golf scholarship. I graduated from the University of Illinois at Chicago, School of Dentistry in 1990, and have been practicing dentistry for over 20 years.
I strive to deliver the most advanced technologies and techniques available to my patients. Ive completed education in Snoring and Sleep Apnea, Implant Restorations, Periodontics, Lasers, and several Advanced Aesthetic courses including Pac-Live (taught by Dr. William Dorfman from ABCs Extreme Makeover). In addition, Ive studied and taught courses in orthodontics and painless injections.
I take great pride in maintaining the highest levels of accreditation. I want my patients to know they can trust in my technical skill as well as my caring manner. I am a member of the Academy of General Dentistry and a clinical instructor at the Arizona School of Dentistry and Oral Health in Mesa. My favorite part of being a dentist is knowing we can make a difference in peoples lives.
I was born in Galveston, TX, but moved to Chandler, AZ about 16 years ago, graduating from Chandler High in 2005. My favorite part of working at Arizona Associates in Dentistry is interacting with patients and seeing them walk out with a smile.
I was born and raised in Winslow, AZ (yes, the one in the Eagles song). I graduated from Fortis College as a Dental Hygienist in 2017. Dentistry runs in the family, with my mom and aunt both being dental hygienists, and my grandfather being a retired dentist. Were crazy about teeth! My favorite part of being a dental hygienist is building relationships with my patients and building their confidence in their beautiful smiles.
Im an Arizona native and have been an Ahwatukee resident for 23 years. I graduated from Northern AZ University with my BS in Social Science with Secondary Education Teaching Certificate in 1992. I went on to Rio Salado Dental Hygiene School and graduated with honors in 2001. I specialized in Pediatrics, and have CPR, Anesthesia, and Laser Certifications, and was a Dental Assistant with Orthodontic Certification before I became a hygienist.
I enjoy getting to know our patients individually to provide the highest quality dental care and education. My hobbies outside of the office include spending time in CA on my familys boat, going on new adventures with friends and family, and attending Sun Devils games as a season ticket holder. I have two grown boys, Dominick and Tristan, that both reside in Phoenix.
I grew up in New Jersey, but moved to Arizona as a teenager and have lived here since. I went to school at Apollo College for Dental Assisting and graduated in 1991. I attended Central Arizona College from 2003-2005. My favorite part of Dental Assisting is interacting with my patients and friends, and being able to give the best dental care possible.