Dr. Igor Babenkov

Dr. Babenkov graduated from the prestigious Loma Linda University School of Dentistry in Loma Linda, California. He has over 30 years of experience in keeping his patients smiles beautiful and healthy, and continues to refine his knowledge and skill set with extensive hours of continuing education so that his patients are always receiving the most cutting-edge care available in modern dentistry.

Dakelia Means

Dental Assistant

Dakelia Means is a valuable member of our team. She was born and currently lives in Sacramento. Dakelia successfully graduated from Carrington College in California.

Dakelia has a wide range of dental capabilities and experience: she worked in the fields of Oral Surgery, Orthodontics and general office management. Dakelia is a very well trained and experienced assistant: she warmly welcomes everyone with her sincere smile and quickly reacts to our patients' needs.

Dakelia's goal is to help patients achieve their beautiful smiles in the most comfortable environment.

Julie Sears

RDAEF

Julie has been working in dentistry for approximately 30 years. She received her RDA in 1993 and her RDAEF in 1999. She started working with Dr. Babenkov in 2016. She enjoys our small family friendly office. She enjoys the variety of procedures and skills Dr. Babenkov provides to his patients. She has two young adult children and enjoys spending her free time camping and kayaking at the lake, and also enjoys biking and lots of walking in our lovely California weather.

Yelena Koncha

Insurance And Billing Coordinator

Yelena is a key member of our front desk team, specializing in insurance and billing. She’s always ready to help navigate the complexities of dental coverage and make sure your billing process is as smooth as possible. When she’s not assisting patients, Yelena enjoys spending her weekends with her boys, embracing her love for fall season, plants, and sushi. Her friendly and approachable nature makes her an invaluable part of our dental family.

Michelle Shevchenko

Front desk/Scheduling Coordinator

Michelle is the friendly face you’ll meet at the front desk, serving as our dedicated schedule coordinator. With a passion for helping patients maintain their dental health, she ensures appointments are set up smoothly and efficiently. Whether you’re booking a routine cleaning or coordinating a more complex treatment, Michelle is here to help you schedule your way to a beautiful smile!

Karem Gutierrez

Dental Hygienist

As a passionate dental hygienist with over 7 years of experience, I pride myself on my thorough approach and dedication to educating patients about oral health. I thrive on helping individuals achieve their brightest smiles through personalized care and advanced hygiene techniques.

Viyaleta Dolbun

RDA

Viyaleta (Violet) is a dedicated and certified Dental Assistant, where she has been an integral part of the team for three years. With a passion for patient care and a commitment to ensuring a comfortable dental experience, Viyaleta thrives in her role, assisting with a variety of procedures and fostering a welcoming environment. Outside of work, she enjoys exploring new hobbies and spending time with friends and family.