Dr Amanda Rizner

I've wanted to become a dentist every since I was young. I still remember being at a birthday party, when I was 10 years old, and being made fun of because of how big my teeth were at the time. I immediately begged my parents for braces after that party, and they agreed. After my braces were taken off, I began to feel a new sense of confidence that I lacked before. It was at that moment I knew that I wanted to become a dentist, so I could help other people feel that same feeling I had. I love everything about my profession: the science, the medicine, the artistry, and – most of all – the positive impact I can have on people’s lives. At the same time, I appreciate each person I have met and had the privilege to care for. I have loved getting to know my patients, their families, and seeing each become part of my practice family. For me, dentistry is more than the smile. It’s about making each patient feel better as a person, letting them know I care about them as an individual, and ensuring that each feels comfortable coming to see me and my team. One of the most rewarding aspects of my job is having the ability to change someone’s entire perspective on coming to see the dentist. Most patients have preconceptions about the dentist being scary, especially as many patients are being seen at a time when they are already in pain. There is no greater feeling than having a patient tell me they finally feel comfortable, or even excited, about coming to the dentist after being seen for a few visits.