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Education
Undergraduate: Texas A&M University – Corpus Christi with a BS in Chemistry
Dental: University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio – Degree in Doctor of Dental Surgery
Why did you become a dentist?
I came into the dental field originally as an assistant, and was impressed with the positive environment of dentistry. I was really great at working with patients and my hands, and knew I could do more. I decided to start making my way through undergraduate school, while still working as an assistant. I love being able to help people and put them at ease. I feel like dentistry is a mixture of science, socializing, and art. These are things I love, and growing up I was always doing things with my hands such as drawing, painting, cooking, and various sports. Working as a dentist allows me to continue working with my hands while applying science, physiology, and compassion towards people.
Interesting Facts
2 dogs: Lily and Bear, they are very precious to me and I have had them 10 years1 cat: Fitzwilliam, found as a stray during dental school
Likes baking cookies/cakes
Played co-ed softball during dental school, and full contact women’s football during undergrad
Grew up in south Texas, with heavy hispanic culture upbringing, and my grandmother is from Mexico
Have had to eat gluten free past 6 years, so am well versed in food allergy frustrations