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We are conveniently located in beautiful downtown Orinda. We accept most major insurances and are accepting new patients!

Meet Dr. Bryan Rikli

Dr. Rikli received his BS in Molecular Cell Biology from UC Santa Barbara.  He graduated from Boston University Goldman School of Dental Medicine with honors.  Dr. Rikli then completed a general dentistry residency with Lutheran Medical Center in Hilo, Hawaii.  Prior to practicing in Orinda, Dr. Rikli worked in offices in El Cerrito, Pleasant Hill and Pittsburg.  In the past, Dr. Rikli and Santos had the wonderful opportunity to volunteer with the United Methodist Church on a dental mission to Guatemala.  They hope to be able to participate in more of these opportunities in the future.

Dr. Rikli is an active member of:

  • The American Dental Association
  • The California Dental Association
  • The Contra Costa Dental Society
  • The Seattle Study Club

Dr. Rikli grew up in Marin County, CA. He and Dr. Santos have two beautiful boys. When not working, Dr. Rikli loves to stay physically fit, enjoy family, and live a lifestyle that benefits the greater good. He is passionate about giving back to veterans, and will treat you as person first, teeth second. 

About Us

Rikli & Santos Family Dentistry is excited to announce

Dr. Dhillon and Dr. Sandhu are joining our practice!

Dr. Baljit Dhillon completed his undergraduate studies at Kenyon College and received his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from The Ohio State University. Dr. Dhillon has advanced training in same day dentistry, Digital Dentistry with emphasis in minimally invasive, cutting-edge techniques.  He is also pursuing a Fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry, a distinction bestowed upon less than 6% of dentists. Dr. Dhillon comes to Orinda after honorably completing his active service with the US Navy.

Dr. Sumeet Sandhu completed her undergraduate studies at University of the Pacific in Stockton and then went on to complete her Master in Biomedical Sciences before obtaining her Doctor of Dental Surgery from University of the Pacific in San Francisco, California.   Her passion and focus are Cosmetic and Holistic Dentistry.  She has trained under some of the best clinicians nationally and looks forward to bringing you the best care available.

Dr. Dhillon and Dr. Sandhu are natives of California and are happy to be back home in the East Bay. When Dr. Dhillon is not in the dental office, he enjoys watching OSU football, hiking, spending time with his family and learning the latest in dentistry.  Dr.Sandhu enjoys time with family, watching Netflix, and loves yoga and dancing.

Dr. Dhillon and Dr. Sandhu will be assuming the dental practice in mid September and Dr. Rikli will be decreasing his clinical role in the upcoming weeks. We want to express our heartfelt thanks to all of you.  It truly has been a pleasure and privilege serving you and your families through the years. Thank you for your trust and confidence in us to take care of you and your dental health. We know that Dr. Dhillon and Dr. Sandhu will provide the high quality dental care that you are accustomed to. 

Please join us in welcoming Dr. Dhillon and Dr. Sandhu!