She joined the faculty in 1997 and has served in various leadership positions throughout the dental school, including president of Faculty Assembly. She is currently Director of Clinical Staff and Patient Services. In 2004, 2006, and 2008, her students recognized her excellence as an educator by awarding her the school's "Golden Apple" award. In 2010, she was chosen to be a member of the Omicron Kappa Upsilon national honor society.