COFFEE TALK

from Lake Norman Woman November 2022

by Lake Norman Woman Magazine

Lake Norman Woman November 2022

t k: A sit-down chat with DR. AMBER BROOKS at West Lake Dentistry

DR. AMBER BROOKS

WEST LAKE DENTISTRY

A Bold and Strong Blend

Having two parents in the military defi nitely shaped who I am today. During my childhood, my dad was gone a lot on deployments— sometimes six months at a time which was very hard for me. We also moved a lot when I was young and with both my parents working full-time, I was in daycare much of the time; however, this helped me to become self-suffi cient at a very early age, and I know I am a stronger, more independent person because of it.

Cup O’Joy!

Quality time with my family makes me the happiest. As a family, we love to spend summer days in the pool listening to country music. In the fall, we love to hike in area parks. It’s the little everyday moments I appreciate most … drinking a cup of coffee in the morning with my husband while we play with our 1-yearold son, Cash, before the rush of the day sets in. We dance around singing his favorite songs in the kitchen or doing whatever new silly thing that makes him giggle … it’s a great way to start the day!

Coffeecake Perhaps?

I am defi nitely a big-time foodie. I guess for a lot of women fl owers are the way to their heart, but for me it’s food. I enjoy cooking and like to add my own fl are to recipes. In the fall, I love to bake! I try to keep a balance between healthy and indulgent baked goods—zucchini apple bread, pumpkin muffi ns, and banana bread lend themselves to delicious AND healthy treats.

Our First Cup

I dreamed of becoming a dentist since I was in preschool. I’m not really sure what sparked my desire at such a young age, but I took that dream and ran with it. I never wavered in my pursuit or even for a second considered another career path. I had a love for science and healthcare, and it became obvious dentistry would allow me to have what I considered to be an ideal lifestyle and schedule for raising a family. When I actively started practicing dentistry, I realized how rewarding it felt to utilize my skills to touch people’s lives in different facets. From removing infection, to relieving people of pain, to enhancing people’s smiles, I absolutely love giving patients the boost of confi dence they long for.

Her Cup Runneth Over

Everything I do now is for Cash and the life I want for him … there is nothing like that quiet time in prayer or refl ecting on the word of God through music or devotions to remind me of how blessed I am. My faith gives me hope, strength, and true purpose. Each day I am determined to work hard and give my very best … I love to make people happy, even if it’s just with a smile. Life is too short to let negativity hold you down. Positivity is contagious and a simple smile can turn someone’s day around. w

Dr. Amber Brooks is a dentist specializing in cosmetic dentistry and general dental wellness at West Lake Dentistry in Denver. For more information on her practice, visit westlakedentalcare.com.