Meet the Team

Chen Chen, DDS

Dr. Chen studied applied biology at Georgia Tech then pursued and received her dental degree at New York University (NYU) College of Dentistry. She then completed her general practice residency at Coler-Goldwater Specialty Hospital in New York City.

Dr. Chen is passionate about all phases of dentistry. Because her patients’ interests are her top priority, she applies her skills and knowledge in order to ensure the best quality care possible. She strives to continuously improve her professional skills by taking advanced continuing education and training and is certified as an Invisalign® clear aligner provider.

Dr. Chen is a member of the American Dental Association®, Georgia Dental Association, International Congress of Oral Implantologists, and Academy of General Dentistry. Her hobbies include photography and spending time with family and friends.

Shannon Pittman, DDS

Dr. Pittman earned a bachelor’s degree in biology from Georgia College and State University in Milledgeville, Georgia, in 2016. She then went on to get her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center in Memphis, Tennessee, in 2021. Dr. Pittman is also a member of the Georgia Dental Association, the American Dental Association® and the Academy of General Dentistry.

In August of 2022, Dr. Pittman joined DentalHome Georgia, and found she really enjoyed the family atmosphere in the office. She especially likes how everyone here tries to laugh and really enjoy the work the best they can. Dr. Pittman has been a welcome addition to our dental team, and she is great at helping patients feel as comfortable as possible throughout their visits here. Her goal is to change the way patients think about their visits to the dentist.

Dr. Pittman and her husband got married in 2022, and they have a 9-year-old rescue pup named Lily. Outside of the office, Dr. Pittman likes to spend time with her family, cook with her husband and play with her dog in the backyard.

Meet Our Team

Dr. Chen and Dr. Pittman are pleased to present our amazing dental team! Compassionate and kind, our team of dental professionals is here to make you smile! For your convenience, we have team members who speak English and Spanish. Call DentalHome Georgia at 706-336-8318 to learn more about us and our dental care in Commerce, Georgia! Meet with our dentists today!

Amber, Office Manager

We were proud to have Amber join us in September of 2017. She started in the medical field and transitioned to the dental. She likes the variety at our office, how every day is different and how she gets to interact with a range of people. Amber loves being part of something that can make a difference and appreciates how hard work and dedication is recognized. She contributes to our success by demonstrating strong teamwork and leadership skills and staying motivated on continuing education and the growth of the practice.

Amber is known as Amber G. at the office and is a small-town girl from West Virginia who enjoys the country life. She has two daughters, two sons and one grandson. When not at our practice, she enjoys crafting, shopping, and spending time with family and friends.

Tonya, Registered Dental Hygienist

Tonya joined us in August of 2017.* She has been in the dental field for over 30 years! She attended the University of Georgia and graduated from the Medical College of Georgia with a Bachelor Science degree*. Tonya likes how close our office is to her home. She also loves Dr. Chen and how excellent she is at treatment planning and going over recommended treatments with our patients. Tonya continually strives to deliver quality care and contributes to our office by meeting new patients and educating them about how to maintain a healthy smile.

Tonya is married and has three blessings: two sons and a daughter. When not at the office, she enjoys scrapbooking, baking and spending time with family. She is also a huge UGA fan! Go Dawgs!

Reilly, Registered Dental Hygienist

Reilly became a part of our practice in August of 2020! She attended Albany State University. She likes how our team treats each other like family and is happy to provide education for our patients.

Reilly is married to her husband, James, and they recently welcomed their first child. Her hobbies include watching her husband coach baseball during the spring and spending time at their beach house in St. George Island, Florida.

Claudia, Dental Assistant

Claudia joined us in October of 2018! She enjoys working as a team and helps make our practice successful by keeping up on supplies and translating for Spanish.

Claudia has two daughters and two sons and loves to travel.

Joan, Dental Assistant

Joan has been a part of our office since 2019. She attended the Gwinnett Dental Career Academy for her dental assisting degree and loves the family-like atmosphere at our practice!

Joan is the proud momma of a three-year-old daughter! Her hobbies include traveling.