Meet Our Team

Dr. Shyam Krishnan

Dentist, Owner

Dr. Krishnan is a practicing dentist at Insight Dentistry in Ventura on Tuesdays and Thursdays and practices in Ojai on Mondays and Fridays. He was the founder of Insight Dentistry in Ventura that was built from scratch into a successful state of the art office in 7 years. He brings to Ojai a wealth of experience in esthetic and cosmetic dentistry and full mouth reconstruction cases with a fully digital dentistry workflow. This includes 3D Printing, CBCT technology, fully guided implant options, in house same day zirconia crown milling delivered within the hour of tooth preparation, laser debridement, Invisalign treatment of misaligned teeth, smile design and veneers among other services.

Kate G

Hygienist

Kate is our hygienist, she works at our Ojai location as well as our Downtown Ventura location. She has a soft touch and is very knowledgeable to make sure you are maintaining a healthy mouth. She will greet you with a bright smile and ensure you have a comforting experience. Kate has been in the dental field for well over 8 years; starting off as a dental assistant and then returning back to school to become a licensed hygienist.

She is a high honors graduate from the Oxnard College Dental Hygiene program to which she earned the Colgate STAR award which recognizes a student who shows excellence and commitment to the dental hygiene profession, exhibiting extraordinary compassion in patient care, and displaying enthusiasm and demonstrating outstanding patient education and motivation skills. Kate is also a member of the Ventura County Dental Hygiene Association where she stays up to date with new information and technologies that develop and communicate with the community of hygienist to continue educating and sharing ideas with one another.

Outside of work, Kate enjoys spending time with her husband, son, & twin daughters. Hobby’s include making new recipes at home to traveling through California and watching her husband go to the racetrack!

Joseline M

Office Lead

Amy M

Dental Assistant

You will be welcomed to the practice by Amy's warm smile when you're in the dental chair. She is kind, cheerful and compassionate assistant who will make sure your visit is a pleasant experience. She has been working in the dental field for over 16+ years, and began her journey at our practice in 2022.

Daniela D

Dental Assistant

Dr. Stefan Filip

Assosicate Doctor

Dr. Stefan Filip earned his Doctor of Dental Medicine (D.M.D.) degree from The University of Medicine and Pharmacy in Bucharest, Romania in 2009, where he received comprehensive training in both General Dentistry and General Medicine. Driven by a deep interest in human health and development, he later attended the University of California, Santa Barbara, earning a Bachelor of Arts in Physical Anthropology with focused study in human evolution, anatomy, and behavior.

In 2016, Dr. Filip received his Doctor of Dental Surgery (D.D.S.) degree from the University of Southern California School of Dentistry, where he trained extensively in advanced dental technologies, modern treatment methods, and comprehensive patient care. Throughout his education and professional development, he has remained committed to serving diverse communities, volunteering and working in clinics dedicated to providing care for homeless, disabled, and underserved populations.

Since completing his formal education, Dr. Filip has pursued extensive postdoctoral training in physiologic, aesthetic, biological, and comprehensive restorative dentistry, including advanced full-mouth rehabilitation and functional smile design. His approach integrates oral health, function, facial balance, and overall well-being to support long-term health and quality of life.

Dr. Filip is known not only for his clinical precision, but also for his compassionate and attentive chairside manner. Together with the team at Insight Dental, he strives to create an environment where patients feel safe, heard, and genuinely cared for. His philosophy centers on education, prevention, and treating the underlying causes of oral health concerns—not simply the symptoms. He believes dentistry should support the overall well-being, balance, and confidence of each individual patient.

Patients who experience dental anxiety often find comfort in Dr. Filip’s calm and thoughtful approach. His goal is to help every patient feel empowered in their health while achieving lasting function, comfort, and a natural, confident smile.

Outside the office, Dr. Filip enjoys skiing, tango dancing, martial arts, reading, and film. His diverse interests reflect his belief in maintaining balance, curiosity, and continual personal growth—values he brings into the care of every patient.