I knew very early after graduating dental school that I wanted to be an orthodontist. It was an area of dentistry where we could provide a positive life changing impact on a person's self-esteem and dental health. Without question, I wanted to be a part of it!

Being an orthodontist has been such a pleasure for me. I've been embraced by the community and in return, I have enjoyed giving back to the local schools and organizations. I truly enjoy working with children of all ages and adults!

I grew up in Southern California and received a bachelor's degree in Biochemistry at UCLA (go Bruins!). I earned my dental degree from Columbia University in New York. I received a scholarship from the United States Air Force and served as a general dentist for 3 years. It was a great experience both professionally and personally. During which I completed an Advanced General Dentistry residency and was stationed in Mississippi, South Korea, and Florida.

I obtained my specialty training at University of California, San Francisco. While completing my residency, I obtained my masters in Oral and Craniofacial Sciences. My research, on 3-D radiography and tooth impactions, earned honors from the American Association of Orthodontists.

Orthodontics has combined my love for children and adults into a very rewarding and enjoyable life pursuit. Come in and find out for yourself.