Dr. Kushner graduated in the top of her class from Northwestern University Dental School in Chicago, where she earned a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree. She also received the Omicron Kappa Upsilon Honor Dental Society Award.
For several years, Dr. Kushner practiced general dentistry before deciding to specialize in treating craniofacial pain, TMD and sleep disorders. She has received advanced education and training in these fields including 1,500 hours of continuing education in Craniofacial Pain, TMD and Sleep Medicine. Dr. Kushner’s extensive post-graduate learning led to her becoming a Diplomate of the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine, a Diplomate of the American Board of Orofacial Pain and a Fellow of the American Academy of Craniofacial Pain.
Dr. Kushner is also highly respected among her peers and an active member of the community. She is President of the Kitsap County Dental Society and a member of the Education Committee for the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine. Dr. Kushner shares her knowledge and experience across the country by lecturing to other health professionals.
