anxiety-inducing for children. Parents are always amazed by how it works, and my chairside assistants love it just as much. It’s been a win across the board.


What do you do or enjoy that allows you to decompress?


I’m an avid runner—I run twice a day, oſt en with my dog beside me. It’s my way of recalibrating and reconnecting with nature, especially when I hit the trails. Running grounds me, brings clarity, and helps restore a sense of calm and focus in both my personal and professional life.


If you were getting on a plane right now, where would you be headed?


T e Galápagos Islands. I fi rst visited the


archipelago during a dental school mission trip, and I’ve been a fan ever since. It reminds me of “Jurassic Park” with its dramatic landscape and fascinating wildlife. I love the culture, the backdrop, and the sense of discovery every time I’m there.


Without saying, “I am a dentist,” how would you answer someone who asks what you do for a living?


I’m a motivational speaker with a special knack for helping children keep their smiles healthy. I spend most of my day turning nervous energy into laughs and giving families the tools they need to care for their little ones’ teeth.


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