Meet Drs. Stepovich, Patel, & Pelin
“the best, hands down!”
“I have been coming to Dr. Stepovich for 26 years and he’s the best, hands down! His whole team are great and super friendly. I actually look forward to my dental appointments.”
- Steve M.
meetRuhi PatelDMD
“I love what I get to do because I’ve seen first-hand how smile transformation leads to life transformation.”
Dental Education
Raised in the Bay Area, Dr. Patel traveled to Downers Grove, Illinois to earn her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from Midwestern University.
Advanced Training
Dr. Patel has advanced training in cosmetic dentistry, laser dentistry, Invisalign clear aligner therapy, and dental implant placement.
Home Life
She loves spending time with her Yorkie (Teddy) as well as creating content, modeling, dancing, teaching/mentoring, hiking, reading, shopping, and Pilates.
meetMark StepovichDDS
“We believe every problem has a solution and we’re here to be your solution for a beautifully, healthy smile you’ll love to share with the world.”
Dental Education
As a native of the Bay Area, Dr. Mark earn his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from University of the Pacific.
Advanced Training
Dr. Mark has extensive clinical experience, is a Spear Faculty Club Member, and has advanced training with the Foundation for Advanced Clinical Education.
Home Life
He loves spending time with his wife and stepson. His hobbies include Motocross, Ice/Rock Climb, Cycling (road and Mountain), Hunting, Precision Rifle Shooting, Gardening, Cooking, Welding, reading, and dabbling in Real Estate.
meetPelin Inan KurugolDDS
Dental Education
Dr. Pelin was born and raised in Turkey. She attended Gazi University for dental school and Medipol University for a specialty in Prosthodontics. Coming to the United States, she went on to earn her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from University of the Pacific.
Advanced Training
She is the NorCal Component President for 2025 and has experience and training in cosmetics, implants, clear aligners, lasers, and surgery.
Home Life
She loves playing with her toddler son and spending time outdoors with family. She also enjoys singing, Tango dancing, skiing, camping, Zen time, and drinking tea with music and a book.
meetthe team
Jennifer Capps
Office Manager
Le'Shawn Payton
Receptionist
Leisa Garcia
Head Registered Dental Assistant
Alexis Polanco
Dental Assistant
Maria Galvan
Registered Dental Hygienist
