I am a board-certified specialist in Periodontology and Dental Implant Surgery. I am skilled in all aspects of treating periodontal disease, correction of gum recession, and placement of dental implants. I have a special interest in regenerative periodontal therapies to regrow jawbone that has been lost due to periodontal disease or lost by removal of teeth.

I completed my periodontal residency and Master’s in Oral Biology at Temple University in Philadelphia PA. I obtained my dental training and DMD degree at the University of Florida College of Dentistry in Gainesville. I also completed my undergraduate training at the University of Florida and graduated with dual Bachelor of Science degrees in Microbiology and Cell Science and Psychology.

I am a proud Florida native (Go Gators!) hailing from Groveland. Outside of dentistry, I enjoy boating and water sports with my husband, Chet, and our three dachshunds, Minnie, Meryl, and Lucy. I have a passion for agriculture -- especially beef cattle and honeybees. A lifelong Gator fan, I enjoy returning to the Swamp to watch Florida football.

I am a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology.  I am well trained in all phases of non-surgical and surgical periodontal therapy.  My undergraduate studies were completed at Florida State University, where I received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Biological Science. I went on to receive my Doctor of Dental Medicine degree in 2002 at Nova Southeastern University. After spending several years in general dentistry, I completed a Dental Implant Fellowship at Southern Illinois University. I obtained a Certificate in Periodontology from the University of Florida in 2007. 

I am a Board-Certified Periodontist and have been a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology since 2008. My goal is to provide a compassionate environment where you can receive the highest quality of care in an environment that’s tailored to your individual needs. Using evidence-based therapies and ethical treatments to help you achieve a lifetime of oral and gum health, I value patient education. You are the most important part of your care plan, and I want you to have all of the tools you need to stay healthy.

I moved to Florida in 1991 to attend school at Florida State University, where I earned my Bachelor of Science degree, majoring in Biology and minoring in Chemistry. After earning my Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from the University of Florida College of Dentistry, I completed a rigorous three-year Periodontics program at Shands Hospital in Gainesville, Florida. For your relaxing and comfortable visits, I have also completed training in all levels of sedation at the Veteran’s Administration hospital in Gainesville, Florida.

When I’m not collaborating with the rest of the team to ensure your dental care is of the highest quality possible, spending time with my family and our two golden retrievers is my greatest joy. I also like golfing, cheering for Tampa Bay sports teams, hiking, running, and most outdoor activities. I completed my first Tampa triathlon in 2010, and one in Clearwater in 2015.