I am a native of the Puget Sound area in Washington State; which is where I also met and married my wonderful husband of 25 years. We have two young adult sons (proud ASU Sun Devil Mom!) and a miniature schnoodle. I worked for many years as a Dental Assistant prior to transitioning into Dental Hygiene. In 1999 I obtained my degree in Dental Hygiene while living in New England as my husband completed his enlistment in the United States Navy (proud Navy Vet Wife!).

 

After many successful years practicing clinical dental hygiene in a private practice setting, I completed advanced training to become an Orofacial Myofunctional Therapist. I personally know the struggles of being a mother of babies with a tongue tie defect. I lament not having the information and knowledge, available today, about airway health and myofunctional disorders when my children were young. Because this defect is largely genetic in nature I've seen first-hand the struggles of adults with orofacial myofunctional disorders and the impact it has on their health, quality of their lives, and also their families'.

 

It is my personal experience that drives my desire to help other families unravel the complexity of myofunctional symptoms, correct their orofacial myofunctional disorders, and greatly impact their overall well-being. It is stunning to me what a complex creation the human body is and all of its potential capabilities. Often in dentistry and medicine we experience 'compartmentalizing' of illness or wellness; where it is focused too narrowly on a specific function, organ, symptom, or illness. I strive to see the bigger picture... the whole picture. The body is a fascinating interconnection of processes and systems. It's all connected and often it starts with the mouth!  

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My husband and I now call Northern Utah our home, where we love being part of the Ogden community and taking advantage of everything this beautiful area has to offer. In our free time, you'll often find us rock climbing, mountain biking, skiing, or hiking. I now proudly serve patients throughout Weber County, Davis County, and surrounding Northern Utah communities, while continuing to provide virtual care to patients across the United States where appropriate. I enjoy partnering with local dentists, orthodontists, and other providers to help patients achieve healthier breathing, oral function, and overall wellness. I work with children, teens, and adults experiencing concerns such as mouth breathing, tongue tie, tongue thrust, sleep-disordered breathing, TMJ symptoms, and other orofacial myofunctional concerns. 

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My goal is to provide individualized, evidence-based care that looks beyond symptoms to address the root causes of dysfunction. By working collaboratively with patients, families, and healthcare providers, I strive to help every patient breathe, sleep, eat, speak, and thrive with greater confidence and long-term health.​

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Whether you're seeking care for yourself or your child, I'm here to answer your questions and help you determine if myofunctional therapy is the right next step. I'd be honored to be a part of your journey toward better breathing, better sleep, and improved oral function.

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