Dr. Grover graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University’s School of Dentistry and completed her residency with the New York Medical College at Metropolitan Hospital. With an integrative approach, she treats the mouth as the gateway to overall well-being, exploring the systemic links to disease and emphasizing the importance of total dental health.
Q: What advice would you offer women just starting out?
A: Running your own business is challenging yet remarkably empowering. Don’t underestimate yourself or convince yourself it’s too difficult. Women often doubt themselves, feeling like they need to look or be like someone else to succeed. As a relatively young businesswoman with no prior experience owning a dental practice, I’ve learned that the key to success is setting your sights on a goal and pursuing it step by step. Break it down into manageable, bite-sized pieces.
One of the most empowering aspects of dentistry is the ability to own your practice and shape your legacy. I feel fortunate to be my own boss, set my own hours and lead my team in the direction I want without compromising my personal life—like taking time off for my kids’ spring break without needing permission. The flexibility to mold your career as you wish is truly liberating.
Q: How have you mentored or inspired others who are following in your footsteps?
A: Mentorship is integral to my practice. Many women in our industry shy away from leadership or further education because of self-doubt. Visualization is powerful—if you can see yourself in a role, you can achieve it. I relish helping women envision themselves in roles they deserve and take pride in having several dental assistants who have gone on to hygiene, even dental school. I also love offering high school interns interested in dentistry insight into the field, narrating procedures and fostering a deep appreciation for our impact on patients’ lives.