Meet the Team at Oak Tree Dentistry

Pritpal Gill, DDS

Managing Dentist

Dr. Gill is voted Best Dentist in Elk Grove for 2019 and 2020. He has been in practice since 2010. He graduated with Doctor of Dental Surgery DDS degree from New York University (NYU) with Honors in Implantology in 2016. Before moving to USA, Dr Gill practiced in India for 2 years as an Associate Dentist after graduating from one of the top dental schools in India with Bachelors in Dental Surgery(BDS)  in 2010. Dr Gill also completed a 1 year dental research program at New York University where he earned a 'Graduate Certificate in Dental Clinical Research'. Dr Gill has worked as Research Associate at Bluestone Center for clinical research at NYU where he was part of number of clinical researches funded by National Institute of Health (NIH)

He is a firm believer that doctors are expected, if not required, to use the most current, evidence-based information and practices. The contribution of research to advance our dental knowledge can directly be applied to provide the best dental care to patients. He believes that his dental degree was only the beginning of his education as he actively seeks to keep himself abreast with the latest in the field. 

Dr. Gill also serves our country as a Captain in the United States Army Reserve. 

He is a good listener, takes time to explain different treatment options. He takes pride in bringing smiles back to his patients. With his experience, skills, and passion for dentistry, Dr. Gill can provide the best dental care to his patients.

In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his wife Satlin, son Samvir Gill, being outdoors, and following the news.

He is an active member of:

• The American Dental Association
• The California Dental Association
• The Academy of General Dentistry
• The Sacramento District Dental Society

Van Pham, DDS

Dentist

Dr. Pham graduated from California State University, Sacramento with a BS in Biology. She then graduated from the prestigious University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry in San Francisco in 2006. Dr. Pham has been working for past 13 years as a general dentist and gaining incredible experience in the Bay Area and Sacramento area.

Dr Pham is committed to excellent patient care technically and emotionally. Dr. Pham takes the extra time to ensure her patients are comfortable through her compassionate demeanor, gentle touch, patience and being a good listener.  When asked about her practice philosophy Dr. Pham’s answer is: "I love sharing with my patients what today’s dental care has to offer. Family dentistry brings me great pleasure because it not only allows me to build long lasting quality relationships with my patients, but it also enables me to serve my patients through the whole spectrum of dentistry, ranging from creating beautiful smiles to simply getting them out of pain”.

In her spare time she enjoys spending time with her family, her husband, Dr. Milen Krastev- who is also a dentist- and her “furry kids” - dog Ella and cat Baxter. She also enjoys trying out different cuisines, wine tasting, hiking, and watching movies. Dr. Pham is ecstatic to have joined the team at Oak Tree Dentistry!

She is an active member of:

• American Dental Association
• California Dental Association
• Sacramento District Dental Society.

Samantha Edwards

Office Manager

Samantha is originally from San Francisco. She graduated from NCP College of Nursing and fell in love with the dental field while working part-time as an insurance coordinator while in school.

Your experience at Oak Tree Dentistry is what matters most to her. For twelve years in the dental field, she has worked to help thousands of patients turn their visions into reality. She facilitates the process by getting the smallest details right.

In her free time, you can catch her on the sidelines cheering her son Phillip at his basketball games and having dress-up tea parties with her daughter Christiana.

Colleen Speer, RDH

Dental Hygienist

Colleen is from Gridley California and started working as a dental assistant in 1999. She is a graduate of Utah College of Dental Hygiene and has been working as an RDH since 2007. She has worked as a hygienist in Northern and Southern California, Pennsylvania, and Iowa, all of which have given her wide range of education and experiences.

She loves building relationships with patients and feels dentistry is successful with great 2-way communication, compassion, and honesty. She believes dental issues and anxiety are manageable with a team that consistently provides the best care available. She shares her education and experience to patients so they can have every opportunity to improve their oral and overall health.  Outside the office Colleen enjoys spending time with family, especially her 3 kids, who keep her busy outside the office. She loves the balance and perspective family brings to her life.

Abigail Lopez, RDH

Dental Hygienist

Tameka Tucker, RDH

Dental Hygienist

Tameka is an Ohio native. She obtained Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene from The Ohio State University. During her 18 years in dentistry, she feels most accomplished when patients with previous dental anxiety are able to come into their appointments relaxed and comfortable.

She enjoys volunteering her time, whether it would be with a patient in need or services needed at the schools that her two daughters attend. She also serves as President of Franklin High Schools Band Booster Club.

Her interest are attending soccer games and band events of her two daughters, playing with her dog, singing, and traveling.

Michelle Chantry

Insurance Coordinator

Michelle is typically the first cheerful voice to welcome you when you call the office. Michelle has over 14 years of dental experience, she can assist you with your financial estimates, clarify insurance questions and can assist you with scheduling appointments. Michelle's goal is to make sure every patient's experience at our office exceeds their expectation. 

Michelle and her husband have lived and raised 5 boys in the nearby town of Galt for the past 25 years. In her spare time, she love spending time with her grandchildren, bake, camp, watch basketball and ride her bike. 

Dawn De Santiago

Lead RDA (Registered Dental Assistant)

Dawn grew up in Sonoma and moved to Sacramento in 2000.  She has been in the dental field for over 20 years.  Her goal is to keep you smiling and for your gums and teeth to be healthy.  Dawn’s caring nature and gentle touch will make your visit with us a positive and enjoyable one.  

She is committed to constantly improving in order to maintain the best service and care possible in our field. In her down time she loves to spend time with her family.

Mika Gonzalez, RDA

Registered Dental Assistant

Mika is our Registered Dental Assistant. She has been working in the Dental field for over 16 years. She realized that being a RDA was her passion while volunteering with the Red Cross in the Dental Clinic on Nellis Air Force Base in 2004. Since then her goal has not only been to provide patients with quality care but to also focus on patients having a positive experience as well.
Outside of the Dental Office Mika enjoys traveling, going to sporting events, concerts, trying new restaurants and spending quality time with her husband and 2 dogs Sox and Enzo.

Jennifer Tejada

Registered Dental Assistant

Tania Hinojosa

Registered Dental Assistant

Alejandra Valdez, RDA

Registered Dental Assistant