We recognize that all our young patients are unique and deserve to receive dental care that reflects their individual needs. Our experienced and talented dental team is committed to working with you and your child to create a comfortable, stress-free, and rewarding dental experience every time you visit our practice.
We are pleased to welcome you and your family, and we look forward to working with you.
Pamela Tariga
Office Manager
Raised in the suburbs of Chicago, Pam brings a diverse background and strong work ethic to her role as Office Manager at American Canyon Pediatric Dentistry. With a passion for organization and creating a welcoming environment, she ensures that the office runs smoothly and that every patient feels comfortable and cared for.
A mother of twins, Pam is a dedicated family woman with a love for Disney, frequently taking her family on trips to Disneyland. Her creativity shines both in the office and at home, where she is known for her ability to bring ideas to life and plan memorable events.
Working extensively with children, Pam finds joy in creating a family-friendly atmosphere that makes the dental experience enjoyable for younger patients. Her blend of creativity, dedication, and leadership makes her a vital part of the team, ensuring the office not only functions efficiently but also maintains a warm and welcoming environment.
Vilma Demerin
Front Desk Coordinator
Vilma was born and raised in the suburbs of Chicago, Illinois. After graduating high school, she received her CNA certificate and worked as a Care Manager in an Assisted Living facility. She then moved on into the hospitality industry where she gained many years of experience in customer service. She has a great passion for helping others.
She enjoys spending quality time with her husband and son by watching movies and trying out new restaurants. She enjoys cooking up a feast while listening to her favorite songs. She loves dancing and a big fan of Zumba. Hiking is one of her favorite things to do, she says it's a great exercise while enjoying the beautiful views of California!
Karla Ramos
Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)
Karla was raised in Mexico but was born in California. She went to Rodriguez High School, and graduated from Blake Austin College. She always loved being around kids and loves to play with her nieces and nephews. She loves to travel, especially to Mexico when possible. She really enjoys listening to K-Pop and She LOVES the group BTS. During in her free time she likes to watch BTS videos and stay updated on everything BTS.
Beatrice Bautista
Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)
Bea was born in Daly City, raised in Vallejo, and currently resides in American Canyon. She graduated from the University of San Francisco with a bachelor’s degree in Biology and is currently a dental student at Roseman University.
In her free time, she likes to play volleyball, watch movies, and hang out with her Chorkie dog named Pudgy.
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Lucia Aguayo
Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)
Lucia is an American Canyon native! She has lived here practically her whole life and attended Vintage High School in Napa. She has always had a fascination with teeth. In tenth grade, she realized she wanted to be in the dental field. She has a silly personality and truly enjoys working with children.
Lucia has been a Disney fan ever since she was a little girl. She never gets tired of going to Disneyland. Her favorite characters are Princess Ariel and Eeyore!
Katia Mendieta Gonzalez
Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)
Katia was raised in California since she was eight years old. She previously lived in Arizona, and loves to visit every summer. She is a DVC graduate of their dental assisting program in 2019. After a fun internship in a pediatric office, Katia knew she had to work in pediatrics!
Some of her favorite hobbies include listening to music (BTS, Arctic Monkeys, PTV), photography, and watching anime. She hopes to travel the world someday.
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Sarah Gapay
Dental Assistant (DA)
Sarah was born in Vallejo, but has lived in American Canyon for most of her life! She gradiated from UC Davis in 2020 with a degree in human development, and minored in education. She is currently applying to dental school in hopes of becoming a great dentist like her dad!
In her free time, she plays lots of video games, likes to swim, and loves working in pediatrics!!
Vanessa Flores
Register Dental Assistant (RDA)
Vanessa was born and raised in Fairfield, CA. She graduated from Solano Community College in December of 2021 with an Associate's degree in Psychology. She finished an RDA program with Sacramento City College in 2023 and just recently started working in pediatrics!
She is a fan of most adrenaline-rushing activities, including sky-diving, and loves to travel (she's been anywhere from New York, to Mexico, to Washington)!
