It has always been important for me to stay in the midwest, close to friends and family. The people here are some of the best I 've ever met and I really enjoy a small community without the stresses of city life. Colby, Kan., in particular, is comfortable and friendly, and I became fortunate to call it my home when the opportunity opened in 2016 to purchase the practice of what is now 'Colby Family Dentistry.' That day, my dream came true and I 'm now able to help others and take care of my patients ' whole health-- which I believe starts with a healthy smile and healthy teeth.
I grew up in Missouri and after high school graduation I joined the United States Air Force as a mechanic and fuel systems specialist in the 139th Missouri Air National Guard from 2003 to 2009. While in the guard, I began my Bachelor of Science degree in economics at Missouri Western State University with a minor in chemistry. As an Omicron Delta Epsilon Member of International Economics Honor Society, I was honored to graduate Summa Cum Laude. I received my doctorate in dental surgery from the University of Missouri-Kansas City's School of Dentistryin 2013 and was immediately thankful for a position at the Family Health Center of Boone County, Missouri.
Today, I enjoy seeing my patients at Colby Family Dentistry alongside five wonderful dental hygienists and assistants. Colby Family Dentistry is open Monday through Thursday and we provide a full range of services from routine checkups and fillings to tooth extractions, crowns and veneers, to implants, whitening and emergency dentistry.