Meet the Doctors
John Ruzzamenti, DDS
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, The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, 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 4 children.
Erica Janik, DMD
Dr. Erica Janik was born and raised in Massachusetts and completed her undergraduate studies in Biochemistry in North Carolina. She then moved back north, where she received her DMD degree from Boston University, graduating first in her class. She joined Vineyard Valley Dental in August of 2019 and feels honored to be part of a team that values quality patient care above all. Dr. Janik is very passionate about volunteer work, and has participated in trips to Honduras and Panama to provide dental care to the underserved. In her spare time, Dr. Janik enjoys playing tennis, traveling, and exploring her new home of Southern California with her husband, Jordan and their son.
