About Your Dentist
Krishna Patel, DDS
“We shall never know all the good that a simple smile can do.” - Mother Teresa
My Mission
“It is my mission to provide the highest possible level of comprehensive and individualized dental care to all my patients. I am committed to equipping them with the tools necessary to improve and maintain their oral health.
As a dentist, I have the opportunity to transform lives in a positive way, and I want my patients to know that I take this responsibility very seriously. I am dedicated to attentively listening to their concerns while providing the highest quality dental care and building long-lasting relationships.”
Education & Continuing Education
Doctor of Dental Surgery
Meharry Medical College School of Dental Medicine – Nashville, Tennessee
Master of Healthcare Administration
Western Kentucky University - Bowling Green, Kentucky
Bachelor of Dental Surgery
Gujarat University - Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
Dr. Patel has completed many hours of continuing education in Invisalign clear aligner therapy, endodontics, and practice management.
Professional Memberships
Dr. Patel is an active member of the Academy of General Dentistry, the American Dental Association, and the Tennessee Dental Association.
Life & Hobbies
Outside of dentistry, Dr. Patel enjoys hiking, painting, photography, traveling, and exploring nature. Her goal is to visit all the national parks in the United States.
Rylee Smith, DDS
My Mission
“I am dedicated to providing my patients with confidence by giving them exceptional dental care. My goal is to build relationships with my patients, so they feel comfortable and welcome while improving and maintaining optimal oral health. I am excited to get involved in the community in Hendersonville. I enjoy community outreach and am passionate about providing oral education to patients of all ages.”
Education & Continuing Education
Doctor of Dental Surgery
The University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Dentistry – Memphis, Tennessee
Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering
Mississippi State University – Starkville, Mississippi
Professional Memberships
Dr. Smith is a member of the American Dental Association, the Tennessee Dental Association, the Academy of General Dentistry, and the Nashville Area Women of Dentistry Study Club.
Life & Hobbies
Dr. Smith grew up in West Tennessee. She attended college at Mississippi State University and dental school at The University of Tennessee Health Science Center. Dr. Smith is excited to explore Middle Tennessee, specifically Hendersonville. Dr. Smith was inspired to pursue dentistry by her mom, who also works in the field. She loved watching her mom with her patients and seeing how they formed connections beyond dentistry.
Outside of dentistry, Dr. Smith enjoys reading, going to the lake, spending time with friends and family, and traveling.