Each member of our staff - our Dental Hygienists, Treatment Coordinators, and Office Coordinators were chosen based on proven ability to provide outstanding services. Patients constantly find our staff to be friendly, accessible, knowledgeable, and helpful.

From left to right:
Back row: Glenda and Sommer,
Bottom row: Misty, Liesa, Dr Ruzzamenti, Traci, Lori.

John Ruzzamenti, D.D.S.

Dr. John Ruzzamenti received his DDS from Loma Linda University, graduating in the top 10% of students with clinical experience from one of the nation's most rigorous clinical dental programs. Before opening Vineyard Valley Dental, Inc. in Temecula in 2002, Dr. Ruzzamenti worked in a group office in San Bernardino. A strong believer in using his skills to help those in need, he has provided missionary dentistry in Brazil and the Marshall Islands as well as free clinic days for the underprivileged at Loma Linda. He is a member of the American Dental Association, the California Dental Association, and the Tri-County Dental Society. Dr. Ruzzamenti is committed to providing the most up-to-date, effective, and comfortable dental care possible. His goal is a lifetime of health and attractive teeth for every patient. Dr. Ruzzamenti lives in Temecula with his wife and their 2 children.

Staff Profiles

Liesa - Dental Hygienist
Liesa was raised in the Northwest and has lived in Temecula, CA since 2004. Liesa is married and has 3 daughters. She enjoys spending time outdoors with her family. Liesa graduated from Loma Linda in 1996 with a B.S. in Hygiene. Liesa states “I make it a goal to ensure each of my patients cleaning experience is as pleasant as possible. I love my job and enjoy working with Dr. Ruzzamenti and the staff at Vineyard Valley Dental.”

Traci - Dental Hygienist - Bio Coming Soon!

Glenda - Dental Assistant
Glenda was born and raised in Western Montana. She moved to California in 2002 with her husband and family. She enjoys traveling and spending time with her family and friends. Glenda started with Vineyard Valley Dental in October 2002, just a few months after the practice was established. "I love helping change people's smiles and enjoy getting to know our patients and their families. I am proud to work with Dr. Ruzzamenti and his staff." says Glenda.

Sommer - Dental Assistant
Sommer joined the Vineyard Valley Dental team in June 2006. She hails originally from Huntington Beach, CA and has been living in Murrieta since 2006. Sommer enjoys spending time with her son, watching hockey, reading, running and going to the beach. Sommer has been working in the dental field since 2002. Sommer exclaims, “I love coming to work everyday because we have the best patients and team in the world!”

Lori - Office Coordinator
Lori was born and raised in Maryland. She moved to California in 1994. Lori is married and has three daughters and a son in law. She joined the Vineyard Valley Dental team in April 2004. Lori has worked in the dental field, in a variety of positions, since 1980. Her favorite position by far is her present one. Lori feels being able to help her patients understand their insurance benefits and taking the fear out of the unknown in their dental experience brings her the greatest joy. Working with Dr. Ruzzamenti and our staff has been very rewarding. Lori has been known to tell our patients that we have the best hygienists in “The Valley” and by far the most sincere and excellent dentist. Lori strives very hard to give all of our patients the best customer service available to help make their experience positive and rewarding.

Misty - Office Coordinator
Misty grew up in Houston, Texas and moved to California with her husband in September 2006. She has enjoyed working in the dental field since 2002. Misty joined the Vineyard Valley Dental team in April 2007. “I am thrilled to work with Dr. Ruzzamenti and our staff in a state of the art office that offers exceptional dental care and advanced technology. I enjoy getting to know our patients both professionally and personally and take pride in providing every patient with outstanding customer service and the best dental experience possible,” states Misty.