Dr. Ronak J. Patel, DDS, FICOI is an Atlanta native and experienced dental professional with a passion for implant and restorative dentistry. He earned his undergraduate degree in Microbiology from the University of Georgia and his DDS from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center in Memphis. With advanced training in IV sedation and dental implants, Dr. Patel holds Fellowship status with the International Congress of Oral Implantologists and is currently pursuing Diplomate status with the American Academy of Implant Dentistry and Fellowship with the Academy of General Dentistry.
After leading one of Atlanta’s most well-regarded dental practices for over a decade, Dr. Patel transitioned from ownership to focus more fully on clinical care—his true calling. Known for his gentle chairside manner, he specializes in treating anxious patients and restoring smiles with confidence and compassion.
Dr. Patel lives in the Virginia Highlands with his wife, Heena, daughter Mila, and son Liam. He loves spending time outdoors with his family on the Beltline, coaching Liam’s baseball team and teaching him to golf, and cooking with Mila. He and Heena also enjoy hitting the gym together. When he’s not with patients or family, Dr. Patel explores creative outlets like learning to DJ and is currently working towards his goal of becoming a scratch golfer.
As a proud member of the VaHi community, Dr. Patel is honored to serve his neighbors at Ponce Dental Studio with personalized, high-quality care—right in the heart of the neighborhood he calls home.