Ideal Dental clinicians in Pflugerville

Dr. Dip Desai graduated from Birmingham University where he then transferred to New York University to complete dental school. Dr. Desai’s love for dentistry stemmed from the desire to help people by changing their smiles because that is the first thing others notice. The relationships that he builds with patients over the course of their orthodontic treatment is very important to him.

In Dr. Desai’s spare time, his hobbies are exercising, swimming, biking and cooking. His main goal is to spend time with his family and their dog, Hazel.

Dr. Jerry Chiu was born and raised in New Jersey, but is proud to call himself an Austinite. As a child, he dreaded going to the dentist, but the saving grace was the comfort and compassion he felt in the chair by his dental professional. Years later, as a practicing oral surgeon, Dr. Chiu continues to emphasize the importance of providing compassionate care, yet maintaining professionalism and delivering safe and outstanding surgical expertise. Dr. Chiu obtained his doctor of dental surgery degree at Columbia University, where he was involved in international mission trips to Cambodia. He completed his oral and maxillofacial surgery residency at the competitive Medstar Washington Hospital Center, serving as chief resident in the final year. His training also included working at esteemed affiliated hospitals, such as the John Hopkins Hospital, DC Veteran Affairs Medical Center, Children’s National Hospital, and the National Institute of Health.

Dr. Chiu practices the full scope of oral surgery with special emphasis on outpatient sedation and anesthesia, dentoalveolar surgery, implantology, oral pathology, and soft and hard tissue reconstruction.

Outside of work, Dr. Chiu is an avid tennis player, scuba diver, foodie, and cyclist. You can find him cruising along Lady Bird Lake or eating his way through Austin in his spare time. He is also the proud father of a French bulldog named Cooper. Dr. Chiu enjoys traveling internationally and has backpacked in over 18 countries with even more trips in mind.

I chose dentistry because I’ve always been passionate about helping people feel better—both in their health and in their confidence. Dentistry allows me to combine hands-on work, problem-solving, and building long-term relationships with my patients. My training at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine and completion of an Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) residency reinforced my love for working closely with patients and providing a calm, supportive, and personalized dental experience.

I find it incredibly rewarding to help patients who may feel anxious or fearful about dental visits leave the office feeling relieved, cared for, and confident in their smiles. I focus on creating an environment where every patient feels heard, understood, and comfortable discussing their oral health goals.

Whether you’re coming in for a routine checkup, cosmetic treatment, or restorative care, my goal is to provide compassionate, evidence-based dentistry that helps you achieve a healthy, confident smile for life.

Dr. Silie Arboleda is a periodontist with dual specialty training in Colombia and the United States. She earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Cartagena and completed a Certificate in Periodontics at Universidad El Bosque in Bogotá, Colombia. After relocating to the United States, she pursued advanced specialty training at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, where she obtained both a Master of Science and a Certificate in Periodontics.

With more than a decade of clinical and academic experience, Dr. Arboleda specializes in the management of periodontal disease, periodontal plastic surgery, dental implant therapy, and regenerative procedures. She has authored multiple scientific publications, with a particular focus on inflammation and periodontitis.

Dr. Arboleda is passionate about evidence-based, patient-centered care and is committed to helping her patients achieve long-term oral health. Outside of her professional life, she enjoys spending time with her husband, Ivan, and their son, Enzo.