Rachel

RDH - Registered Dental Hygienist

Rachel brings both a gentle touch and a genuine passion for patient care to every appointment at DiMariano Family Dentistry. Growing up in a family of nurses, healthcare was always a natural part of her world, and when it came time to choose her own path, dentistry stood out as the perfect blend of patient care, education, and prevention. It was, as she puts it, simply the right fit.

Rachel began her dental career in 2011, earning her degree from the Shasta College Dental Hygiene Program before completing her Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene at Foothill College. She joined the DiMariano Family Dentistry team in 2023 and has been a valued part of the family ever since.

What Rachel loves most about her work is the relationships she builds along the way. She takes genuine pleasure in getting to know her patients, helping them feel relaxed and at ease in the chair, and working alongside a team that holds itself to a high standard. For Rachel, a great hygiene appointment isn't just about clean teeth — it's about making sure every patient leaves feeling informed, comfortable, and cared for.

Rachel's dedication to her profession extends well beyond the operatory. She serves on the Board of Directors for the California Dental Hygiene Political Action Committee, where she advocates for dental hygienists, patient access to care, and the future of the profession as a whole, a commitment that speaks volumes about the kind of practitioner she is.

Outside of work, Rachel is deeply involved in her community, serving as PTA Treasurer at her child's school and cheering them on as an enthusiastic sports mom. And if you really want to spark a conversation, ask her about her identical twin—one of those fun facts that never fails to get a reaction!