Changing the way you feel about visiting the dentist

Dentistry is about being thoughtful and considerate, as well as meticulous and diligent. In approaching each patient as an individual, I am able to learn of their unique needs and expectations, as well as their concerns. This allows me to design treatment that is appropriate for the person, as I help them develop a healthier, more becoming smile, and guide them to make informed decisions about their oral health.

I’ve been in private practice for over 20 years and treasure the relationships that have developed with those in my care. I love our interactions and getting to know them and their families. Each person has a story and I see them as someone with a past, present, and future, appreciating the whole of who they are and what they bring to my life.

As a dentist, I always offer my patient what I would want done for myself. I make recommendations and provide alternatives, while explaining the positives and negatives. Patients are then empowered to make treatment decisions which best fit their circumstances. I never make assumptions or judge, but am here, excited and happy to help.

Being a dentist means educating, advising, healing, and restoring my patients. Every patient is unique and special: I treat them as such. I give them as much help as they are willing to accept and cheer them onward toward their goals – the goals I am involved with directly, and those they tell me about while we spend time together.