Small town roots, big city dreams in dental hygiene! Hailing from the small town of Covington, VA, Darian embarked on her educational journey at VCU, where she pursued her undergraduate studies from 2011–2015. She continued her education at VCU School of Dentistry from 2016–2018, earning a Bachelor’s of Science in Dental Hygiene. Along the way, she had the privilege of serving the greater Richmond area and rural communities through invaluable peer and faculty mentorships in turn fueling her love for public health. Darian is passionate and dedicated to helping boost self-esteem through oral health. She strives to create a serene environment and is enthusiastic about empowering patients to love their smiles. She believes that as a team, we will break free from self-doubt and embrace the beauty of our individuality! When she is away from the clinic, you will find her lost in a good book, enjoying quality time with the family, or checking out cool new places in different cities.