Hometown: Davisburg, MI
Dental School: University of Michigan School of Dentistry , DDS
Orthodontic Residency: University of Louisville School of Dentistry, MS and Certificate in Orthodontics
I see communication as one of my strengths as an Orthodontist. I see myself as a very compassionate person and doctor, but I’m also a big fan of open communication with patients and parents, even when they can be involved, hard conversations. I want to know your concerns first; I want you to know mine second; and I want to tackle them all in a way that is best for all of us so we can give you or your child the best smile with the healthiest bite possible.
Dr. Anthony and I are big outdoor enthusiasts-- we love hiking, camping, golfing, and even simple walks with our pup, Riggins. I also love to cook and entertain friends and family. When I’m not in Colorado, I can be found back “Up North” in Michigan, floating in a boat at our family’s lake cottage.
I have been so blessed to become a mom in recent years and that is one area of my life that I continually strive to “Ascend” in. Like so many of our patient families know, being a mom (or dad), while challenging, is oh so sweet. Dr. Anthony and I are so grateful to be in a profession that allows us to invest time with our kids (You’ll likely see them running around the office from time to time!)
I have a passion and dare I say talent for creating charcuterie boards!
I’ve always been a health and fitness nut. You can find me wandering around a Farmer’s Market or getting in a session on our spin bike!
I’ve developed a self-taught dabbling in graphic design. While I am certainly no professional, I love to create new, unique pieces--including our logo!
Hometown: Okemos, MI
University of Michigan School of Dentistry , DDS
University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine, MS and Certificate in Orthodontics
I’ve always had slight tendencies towards an “exacting” personality, so much so that as a young kid I would drive my parents crazy with how obsessive I was on where the seam of my socks fit. If it wasn’t just right, I needed new socks! Luckily, in dental school I found a new, better avenue for my obsession - perfecting people’s smiles :) I love that orthodontics allows me the opportunity to transform a smile, and it is in the final detailing that I really find my passion (and allow my meticulousness an outlet). I truly believe Dr. Carly and I are blessed to be able to practice Orthodontics.
While I’ve not tackled a 14er yet (on my bucket list), I have become a husband and a dad in recent years and those are two pretty great “peaks”!
I have to pick a home state resort as one of my favorites! While we don’t get down there as often as we’d like, I think Telluride has both the best views and the most exciting runs. Plus, the town has fun activities for anyone not skiing during the day and so many restaurant options for the family afterwards!
When I was in college I played Club Baseball at the University of Michigan, and during our regional tournament we got to play in the stadium that “A League of Their Own” was filmed.
When I was 12, I got lost on a ski mountain for what seemed like hours. I accidentally skied too far ahead of our group (because I loved going straight and fast) and ended up separated from everyone. This happened at Heavenly resort in California; now I make sure to always keep an eye on the group here in Colorado!
One of my favorite movies is the Guardians of the Galaxy, and I especially love Groot! We even have a Baby Groot figurine sitting on a windowsill of our home.
Hometown: Louisville, KY
Position: Office Mascot
When Riggin’s puppy teeth fell out, Dr. Anthony & Dr. Carly realized he was congenitally missing 4 premolars just like some of our patients. Yes, we do realize the irony in this!
