She was born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri, solidifying her love for Cardinals baseball. After attending Saint Louis University and receiving degrees in Studio Art and Biology, Dr. Montano graduated from University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Dentistry in Kansas City, Missouri. It was in dental school that she met her husband, Jared. She is a member of the American Dental Association, New Mexico Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry, American Academy of Facial Esthetics, and the New Mexico West Central District. She is currently on the board for the Gallup Early Childhood Center and the New Mexico Dental Association Foundation. In her free time, Dr. Montano enjoys oil painting, working out, and exploring the Southwest with her husband, baby girl, and two labs,