As a pediatric dentist, I specialize in the comprehensive treatment and care of children, teens and special-needs patients. I was very scared of the dentist as a child, and I had many negative experiences. I was drawn to be a pediatric dentist because I wanted to change that outcome in others' lives and to be a provider that patients enjoy coming to see.
I have practiced in a variety of rural and low-income areas. My care philosophy is to understand the specific needs and background of the patient populations of my communities. I enjoy talking with families and getting to know our patients.
After being in the National Health Service Corps for four years and serving the Native American population, I have a history and passion for public health. I’m very proud of my service and enjoyed my time with Native communities.
Cincinnati Children's is a great place to bring your child and we are always a resource for the community. I'm excited to be a part of such an extensive program with wonderful access to diverse clinical research areas.
During my free time, I like to hang out with our two pups, Waffles and Maple Syrup. I enjoy hiking, biking and exploring cities. I love spending time with my family and visiting new places.
DDS: Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA, 2014.
Pediatric Dental Certification: Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati, OH, 2016.
Certification: American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, 2017.
Dentistry and Orthodontics, Craniofacial Center
Cincinnati Children's strives to accept a wide variety of health plans. Please contact your health insurance carrier to verify coverage for your specific benefit plan.
Case report of an extra-oral cutaneous sinus tract of endodontic origin in a patient with autism spectrum disorder. Special Care in Dentistry: managing special patients, settings, and situations. 2024; 44:768-772.
Selecting an Esthetic Full Coverage Restorative Material for High Caries-Risk Primary Molars. Journal of Dentistry for Children. 2023; 90:173-177.
Brief Communication A Retrospective Evaluation of a Program's Use of Indirect Pulp Therapy for Primary Molars. Pediatric Dentistry. 2023; 45:16-19.
Oral Manifestations and Quality of Life in Children with Tuberous Sclerosis Complex: A Descriptive Study. Pediatric Dentistry. 2021; 43:140-144.
Patient Ratings and Comments
All patient satisfaction ratings and comments are submitted by actual patients and verified by a leading independent patient satisfaction company, NRC Health. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy. Only those providers whose satisfaction surveys are administered through Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center are displayed. Click here to learn more about our survey