Trusted Oak Point, TX Dentist
Get to Know
Dr. Pankti Patel
Dr. Pankti says that she loves the constant variety that’s part of being a dentist. Every day, she gets to know new people, and each one of them has different needs that require a personalized solution. For her, nothing is more rewarding than helping someone get out of pain, improve their health, and feel like they can smile again. She’s eager to welcome you into our dental office, and below, you can start getting to know her.
Why Did You Decide to Become a Dentist?
Dr. Pankti always wanted to be a doctor growing up, and she ultimately chose dentistry for a few reasons. Firstly, she was drawn to it because it combines two things that she loves—art and science. She also liked that dentistry would allow her to dedicate plenty of time to her patients as well as her family, enabling her to be a great doctor, wife, mother, and daughter all at once.
Where Did You Study Dentistry?
Dr. Pankti received her first dental degree from the MGV Dental College in India. After moving to the U.S., she graduated from the NYU College of Dentistry. While there, she was invited to join Omicron Kappa Upsilon, the dental honor society that only accepts the most accomplished students. She went on to join the U.S. Army Reserves, where she still serves today as both a Captain and dentist.
Even though she is out of school, Dr. Pankti’s education has never truly stopped. She takes courses through the prestigious Kois Center, and she also has certifications in nitrous oxide, Invisalign, CPR, and sleep dentistry.
On top of this, she is a member of multiple professional organizations, including the:
- American Dental Association
- Texas Dental Association
- Academy of General Dentistry
- American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine
Outside of the Dental Office, What Do You Like to Do?
Dr. Pankti and her husband, Jwalant (a physician’s assistant), have two young children, a son and daughter. Her favorite thing to do outside of the dental office, other than spend time with family, is dance. She has studied and knows many different forms, including Indian classical dance. Her son is also a bit of a foodie, so he has motivated her to cook more and learn about new dishes. To relax, she likes to play volleyball or shop.