As a native Michigander, I was always intrigued by the Pacific Northwest. Upon completion of my residency in California, friends convinced me to move to the Pacific Northwest, and I am thrilled I did! I had negative dental experiences as a child, but had a great experience with my orthodontist. In the eighth grade, I decided I would be a dentist. While in dental school, I chose to specialize in pediatric dentistry to help create a positive experience for children.