My Story

I’m from a small town in the Florida Panhandle and grew up surrounded by the beautiful waters of the Emerald Coast. I went to college at Auburn University and the University of Louisville where I competitively cheered for their all-girl team and Team USA. After that, I happily continued to dental school in Louisville and then pursued orthodontics at the University of Colorado.

I started dating my husband, Jason, in high school and we now have two daughters and a son. In our spare time, we love to spend time outside hiking, playing all kinds of sports, and gardening. We are all so excited to become a part of this community and look forward to raising our family in the area!

My Education & Certifications

• Undergrad studies – Auburn University/University of Louisville, 2009-2013
• Doctor of Dental Medicine – University of Louisville, 2013-2017
• Masters in Orthodontics – University of Colorado, 2017-2020
• Certification – American Board of Orthodontics, 2020

My Story

I grew up in South Florida, and I had a great childhood swimming on the sandy beaches of the East Coast and enjoying a multicultural environment. I was involved in competitive gymnastics and dance, and later went on to coach through my college years. I gained my Bachelor of Science degree in Neuroscience at the University of Miami where I graduated with honors. Following my undergraduate work, I went to Gainesville, Florida where I attended the University of Florida College of Dentistry and obtained my Doctor of Dental Medicine degree.

Though I enjoyed all aspects of dentistry, orthodontics was always my passion and focus ever since I was a patient myself as an adolescent. Therefore, I was very happy when I got accepted to go to Saint Louis University’s Center for Advanced Dental Education and learn from some of the top educators and clinicians in the orthodontic field. In December 2014, I finished my orthodontic residency and started practicing in the Carolinas.

Getting to spend time with people on their journey toward their best smiles is truly a blessing I don’t take for granted. I am thrilled to call the Piedmont Triad area my home, where I live with my husband Scott, our little girl Amelia, and our sweet berne-doodle Hazel. In our spare time we love to visit the mountains, hike, go to the beach, travel, and watch college football. I look forward to many great years serving and being a part of this great community!

My Education & Certifications

• Bachelor of Science with a major in Neuroscience and minors in Psychology, Chemistry and Religious Studies, with honors: University of Miami 2004-2008
• Doctor of Dental Medicine: University of Florida College of Dentistry 2008-2012
• Master of Science in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics: Saint Louis University 2012-2014
• Certification: American Board of Orthodontics

My Professional Affiliations

• American Association of Orthodontists
• Southern Association of Orthodontists
• North Carolina Association of Orthodontists
• Past Key Opinion Leader/Speaker for Henry Schein Orthodontics