Lovely to meet you, I'm Dr. Javana!
Growing up, I always knew my heart to help others would take me into a career I loved, serving people I loved, too!
As a child, I watched a friend of my family become a dental hygienist. I already admired her heart and her joy in life, so when I saw how satisfied she was in her career… I decided this must be the path to my calling as well. Little did I know just how much was in store for me on my journey!
When I entered college, and began my science/biology prerequisites for dental hygiene, one of my favorite professors pulled me aside and encouraged me to broaden my horizons beyond dental hygiene.
It had never occurred to me before then that I could be the dentist! Maybe you can relate to having one of those eye-opening, life-changing moments, too. It seemed like those around me could see my potential, but for the first time I felt the fullness of the change I am here to create in the world.
Wow! That day a new world was opened to me as I began to see the possibilities for my gifts to help others in an even bigger way.
Applying to dental schools (which are some of the most difficult to get into!) was a nerve-wracking process filled with a whole lot of waiting. When I was accepted into the University of Michigan Dental School, it hit me – this is real!
While at the U of M Dental School, I became involved in the Scholars Program for Dental Leadership and had the privilege of participating in several outreach programs for the under-served both locally and in Guyana, South America. Every smile I was able to serve and transform became even more fuel for my passion to help support others in whole-life and whole-body health through oral care.
When I entered college, and began my science/biology prerequisites for dental hygiene, one of my favorite professors pulled me aside and encouraged me to broaden my horizons beyond dental hygiene.
It had never occurred to me before then that I could be the dentist! Maybe you can relate to having one of those eye-opening, life-changing moments, too. It seemed like those around me could see my potential, but for the first time I felt the fullness of the change I am here to create in the world.
Wow! That day a new world was opened to me as I began to see the possibilities for my gifts to help others in an even bigger way.
Applying to dental schools (which are some of the most difficult to get into!) was a nerve-wracking process filled with a whole lot of waiting. When I was accepted into the University of Michigan Dental School, it hit me – this is real!
While at the U of M Dental School, I became involved in the Scholars Program for Dental Leadership and had the privilege of participating in several outreach programs for the under-served both locally and in Guyana, South America. Every smile I was able to serve and transform became even more fuel for my passion to help support others in whole-life and whole-body health through oral care.
So many people have deep negative associations with dentistry, oral exams, and receiving dental work. Every time I am able to support someone through releasing their fears and creating a new experience in my work - I light up knowing that my patients are feeling truly seen, heard, and cared for.
Upon graduating from the University of Michigan Dental School, I made a year detour back to our hometown in California. But oh how I missed Michigan!
When I discovered a dental practice available in Battle Creek, I went all-in to make the move and transition back to Michigan. I am so happy to call Michigan home again and raise my family here.
I love exploring nature through the seasons with my children. Outside of work I love sharing the adventures of life with my family, painting, reading, dancing, playing softball, and eating really great food!
My dental philosophy is one that encompasses whole-life health and happiness: I believe that dentistry should improve the overall health of an individual and I am passionate about creating excellence in my family dentistry practice.
The love, joy, and satisfaction that I once admired in a family friend is now my own. It is an honor to serve you and your family, and I look forward to meeting you soon!
When I discovered a dental practice available in Battle Creek, I went all-in to make the move and transition back to Michigan. I am so happy to call Michigan home again and raise my family here.
I love exploring nature through the seasons with my children. Outside of work I love sharing the adventures of life with my family, painting, reading, dancing, playing softball, and eating really great food!
My dental philosophy is one that encompasses whole-life health and happiness: I believe that dentistry should improve the overall health of an individual and I am passionate about creating excellence in my family dentistry practice.
The love, joy, and satisfaction that I once admired in a family friend is now my own. It is an honor to serve you and your family, and I look forward to meeting you soon!
