My interest in orthodontics began in the 7th grade when I got my braces on. I remember feeling relieved that I could finally close the gap between my two front teeth. After I got my braces off, the gap was gone and I finally had confidence in myself and my smile. I wanted to help everyone feel the same way I did, so I began perusing the path of becoming an orthodontist.

The path to becoming an Orthodontist began when I received my Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science from Brigham Young University. I then moved to Las Vegas where I received my Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) at the University of Nevada Las Vegas. After dental school, I began my specialized orthodontic training by completing a one-year orthodontic fellowship program at UNLV. I was then accepted into the 30-month Advanced Education in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics Residency program at UNLV. During my residency, I also received my Masters in Oral Biology.