Meet Our Team
Our professionals have the highest levels of accreditation and provide the best care to our patients. You’ll feel comfortable and welcome at our office from the moment you arrive.
Ann
Dental Hygienist
Ann is starting her 38th year as a full time dental hygienist. Born and raised in Dubuque, Iowa she graduated from the University of Iowa in 1983 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Dental Hygiene. Ann moved to Illinois after graduation and practiced dental hygiene in both a private general practice as well as a periodontal specialty setting. In 2001 Ann moved back to Iowa City to be closer to home and joined the family atmosphere at River City Dental Care. For the past 20+ years she has cultivated long standing relationships with many patients treating their dental needs and helping them achieve their dental goals. When she is not working you will likely find her at an Iowa sporting event especially during basketball season. She has had women’s basketball season tickets with her twin sister for the past 20 years and loves cheering on the Hawkeyes.
Jaime
Dental Hygienist
Jaime has been a Registered Dental Hygienist with River City Dental Care since 2017. She graduated Carl Sandburg College in Galesburg, IL with an A.A.S in Dental Hygiene in 2015. One of her most favorite aspects of the job is getting to know her patients and making them feel comfortable in the dental chair. She wants every patient to know that they are valued and will receive the highest quality of care while at River City. Jaime likes to place an emphasis on patient education by recommending new methods and products that can be used to improve her patient’s oral health. In her free time, Jaime likes to spend it with her husband, daughter, and pets. Some of her other interests include all things Disney, horseback riding, reading, and photography.
Esme
Dental Hygienist
Esme is a bilingual Dental Hygienist who graduated from Des Moines Area Community College in May 2023. Esme is passionate for promoting diversity in healthcare and creating a more inclusive environment for all. This passion is specifically important to her for non-English speaking individuals and making them feel more comfortable in seeking care. Esme is excited to join the team at River City Dental Care, where giving patients the best possible care is the standard. She loves establishing connections with her patients to make them feel at ease so she can effectively help them improve their oral health. Outside of the office, Esme loves traveling to Mexico to visit family, hiking trails with beautiful scenery, and trying new foods. In the summer, she enjoys fishing and attending sporting events.