Jennifer was born in San Diego and grew up in a military family traveling to various countries. Her interest in dentistry started when she was a young American Red Cross volunteer devoting hours of training to assist dentists at Yokosuka Naval Base in Japan. She received her bachelor’s degree in Dental Hygiene at Northern Arizona University, where she served rural communities and those with limited access to care.
She has a natural passion to help others and guide them to a better understanding of their oral health with empathy and compassion. Her goals are to help patients achieve wellness by managing their oral conditions and dental hygiene challenges. She strives to create a positive and caring environment to help patients gain confidence and motivation toward a healthy and beautiful smile.
Jennifer is the mother of two beautiful girls. Her interests include spending time with family, exploring San Diego, being around nature, hiking, and fueling her passion for learning with child development classes with her children.