I love that dentistry combines my passion for healthcare and hands-on work. I consider myself to be a detail-oriented person and take pride in my work as a dentist. I believe that oral health is an important part of a person’s overall health, and promoting and restoring my patients’ oral health is my utmost priority. I am committed to providing my patients with excellent care through education, diagnosis, and treatment planning in an unbiased and ethical manner.
Receiving dental care can be stressful for many patients, and it is important to me that patients feel comfortable and cared for. I approach my patients in a calm and gentle manner and will do everything I can to help my patients feel relaxed during their visit. I love interacting with and building relationships with my patients, and I believe the most rewarding part of dentistry is restoring someone’s confidence in their smile.
Education and Continuing Education
- Bachelor of Arts in Biology, Texas A&M University
- Doctorate of Dental Surgery, The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
Pursuing continuing education has allowed me to make sure that my techniques are up to date with the latest advances in dentistry. This includes new technological innovations, state-of-the-art equipment, and changes to the standard of care. The CE courses I have taken cover important aspects of dentistry, including oral surgery, endodontics, medically complex patients, and pharmacology.
Professional Affiliations
- American Dental Association
- Texas Dental Association
- Central Texas Dental Society
Outside the Office
I was born in St. Louis, Missouri, but my family moved to Texas shortly after I was born. I grew up in Flower Mound and received my undergraduate degree from Texas A&M University where I met my beautiful wife, Kelly, in biology class my freshman year. We currently live in Temple with our golden retriever and black lab, Brody & Tucker. We love hiking & exploring the outdoors with our dogs, trying new restaurants, playing board games, and watching movies. We also love keeping up with Texas A&M football—Gig ‘em Aggies! Some of my other hobbies include woodworking, roasting coffee beans, and hunting.