Meet the Pal Family Team
Dr. Sandhya Pal
Dr. Sandhya Pal is a third generation dentist who has been practicing for over 20 years. She earned her B.S. in Biology with a double minor in Spanish and Industrial Management from Carnegie Mellon University and a D.D.S. from Howard University School of Dentistry with honors in Oral Diagnosis and Radiology.
Dr. Pal’s skills span all aspects of General Dentistry and is also certified in Implant surgery, Sedation Dentistry, and Therapeutic Botox. She feels that the best part of dentistry is caring for her patients as if they were her family. She also feels that dentistry is an art, as well as a science, and brings a good eye and steady hand to build lasting smiles.
Dr. Pal’s greatest accomplishments as a small business owner was putting together a fabulous team that shares her same passion about patient centered care with a kind and friendly approach.
Dr. Pal is a member of the Northern Virginia Dental Society, Virginia Dental Association, American Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry, and the American Academy of Implant Dentistry, the American Academy of Facial Esthetics, and the Dental Organization for Conscious Sedation.
While not practicing dentistry, Dr. Pal enjoys her family time with her husband, Dr. Devin Jopp, three children, a dog and two cats.
Dr. Viral Patel
Dr. Viral Patel received his Doctorate of Dental Surgery from New York University College of Dentistry. While studying there, he was active with local outreach programs and was selected to join a week-long dental mission to underserved Clinton County, New York. He went on to graduate at the top of his class and was invited to join Omicron Kappa Upsilon (OKU), the National Dental Honor Society. He studied further at a one-year General Practice Residency (GPR) at Northwell Health/North Shore University Hospital on Long Island, New York.
Dr. Patel enjoys practicing multiple aspects of dentistry including restorative, endodontics, oral surgery, and aesthetics. Regardless of the treatment, he particularly appreciates conversing with patients and getting to know them. He knows the dental chair may not be everyone’s favorite seat, so he hopes to make the office a more supportive and comfortable environment.
During his free time, Dr. Patel enjoys spending time with the young family he has started with his wife, Anita. You can often find them out on a stroll with their baby and pug. He also likes to read, play sports, hike, and listen to podcasts.
Jan
Practice Director
Jan is the Practice Director of Reston Station Dental and Pal Family Dentistry overseeing the operations of both our Reston locations. She is a Northern Virginia native and George Mason University graduate. Jan has been working in the dental field for over 30 years. Jan enjoys working with patients, is thorough in her management of insurance claims, scheduling appointments and is the backbone of all our day to day operations.
Samantha
In her free time, Samantha enjoys exploring local art exhibits, trying new recipes, and staying active through yoga.
Julianna
Dental Technologist & Lead Dental Assistant
Jessica
Registered Dental Hygienist
Jessica has been a licensed dental hygienist since 2005 when she graduated from Forsyth Dental Hygiene School in Boston, MA. After graduation, she moved to the Northern Virginia area and started her professional career with Dr. Pal for many, many years way back then!
Jessica has years of experience working with all ages and has a gentle and effective touch for everyone. She loves spending extra time with her patients to be sure they feel educated and fully understand all aspects of their oral health care needs and treatments. She is meticulous with her work, always holds herself to the highest standards of care and she truly appreciates working with patients who also place a high value on their own oral health.
Jessica and her husband have two children and they all love to travel.
Cera
Registered Dental Hygienist
Cera is new to the DMV area, coming all the way from Pensacola, Florida! Graduating from Pensacola state college, having close relationships with her classmates and instructors, and being detail-oriented drove her passion for dental and improving smiles. A really important goal of Cera’s is to make patients feel comfortable and have a positive experience. As a proud member of the ADHA, you can catch her attending dental hygiene events and continuing education courses. When not in the office Cera enjoys trying new foods, spoiling her two cats, and building anything from Lego to furniture.
Tulika
Registered Dental Hygienist
Tulika started as a Dental Assistant with Pal Family Dentistry in 2017. She returned to school thereafter and earned her degree in Dental Hygiene from NVCC Medical Education Campus graduating Summa Cum Laude in 2020. She endeavors to make her patients feel comfortable and always at ease when it comes to their dental care. Her priority is to maintain the highest level of quality and attention to detail and takes immense pride in her patient’s smiles. In her free time she enjoys spending time with her family, painting and gardening.
It is our mission to provide you with the most excellent care possible
  
