If you need your smile to be red carpet ready, you should contact Flint's own Catrise Austin. The hometown lady is known as the celebrity dentist by Essence Network.

Essence Network featured Austin with some quick facts in an interview style. Growing up, the famous dentist did not like her smile due to her teeth was not aligned well. Her mother made the sacrifice in getting braces.

One of her accomplishments as a dentist was to be the first private practice dentist in the nation to routinely offer Rapid HIV testing to my dental patients. Her road to the top hasn't been easy for her. In the feature from Essence she reveals how difficult it was to gain respect in a male dominated industry.

Lastly, Austin gives tips on how to get that perfect smile. Take a look at what she had to say having the best smile possible.

Brush 2-3 times each day to remove hidden bacteria above the gum line and floss after meals to remove hidden bacteria. Visit your dental team every 6 months for professional care and you'll have a smile worthy of the red carpet. Bad dental hygiene can lead to serious illnesses including diabetes. Now more than ever, with increased competition at work, a healthy, confident smile can be your calling card to success.

Honestly, I do not know Dr. Catrise Austin but her accomplishments should be shared. Coming from Flint does not limit your ability to succeed. Austin proves you can take your passion and make it to the top!

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