Welcome to Oak Tree Dentistry!
"Dentistry is my passion and I believe if you do anything with passion, you will enjoy what you do. I enjoy dentistry and I enjoy connecting with my patients. This makes me get up feeling excited to start my day.
After planning for more than a year, I finally decided to open the practice of my dreams where I could practice dentistry the way I want and could make smiles affordable to my patients. Our practice motto is to provide excellent customer service, comfort, and make healthy smiles affordable to all. Due to our commitment to provide quality dentistry and exceptional customer services, we have been voted Best Dental in Elk Grove.
We stand by our commitment, 'Your Smile. Our Passion.' I look forward connecting with you." – Dr. Pritpal Gill
Pritpal Gill
Managing Dentist
Dr. Gill is voted Best Dentist in Elk Grove for 2019. He has been in practice since 2010. He graduated with DDS 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.
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
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.
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.
Tameka Tucker
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.
Wendy Allred
Dental Hygienist
Wendy graduated from Salt Lake Community college in Utah with majors in Dental Hygiene in 1995. She worked in Utah, Florida and is now settled in Golden State of California.
She loves being a part of our team, is very gentle and enjoys helping patients teach various oral hygiene techniques to help them achieve optimal oral health.
She’s been happily married for 21 years and has 4 kids- 2 boys and 2 girls. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family, going to church, being out in nature, gardening, exploring new places, and reading good books.
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
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.
Yevette Cano
Dental Assistant
Yevette has been working as Dental Assistant for over 5 years. Born and raised in Santa Cruz, she is graduate of Everest College in San Jose. She moved to Elk Grove in 2018 and takes pride in calling Elk Grove as her home. She has passion for all aspects of dentistry and cares about patients well being. She has a very sweet and friendly personality. On her free time she likes travelling, spending time at beach and be with the friends and family.
