"I could have pursued many rewarding professions within the healthcare industry. I am specifically choosing dentistry because I have experienced firsthand how restoring oral health can change a person's life. From a young age, I had significant bite and jaw issues. I suffered for years from headaches, tension, and dizziness. It wasn't until I visited a highly credible dentist that I was told some of my health issues might be due to my poor bite and the tension in my jaw. I was referred to an orthodontist who put me on a 16-month plan that included an oral stent, Invisalign, and therapeutic ultrasound for myofascial pain. I already knew I wanted to work in the medical industry; however, this experience prompted me to look further into dentistry. I am thrilled to have the opportunity to learn more about dentistry and help my future patients transform their health."