Though his preteen years and some of his teen years were spent in the Midwest, Dr. Rick Lane has spent most of his life in California.Initially attracted to the Sonoma area for the beautiful cycling opportunities, he raised his son and daughter here and loves the people, the weather, and the physical beauty of the area. He has established himself as one of the most highly respected dentists in the Sonoma County area. His patients include many specialist dentists and many of their team members. Dr. Lanes office is proud to have patients traveling from Marin, Napa, Sacramento, San Francisco, and Lake Counties for the gentle manner and fantastic results they receive.
Dr. Lane takes pride in being a smaller, privately-owned dental office. Having such an environment allows him and his staff the opportunity to offer the very best in general and cosmetic dental care in a highly personalized manner. Seeing patients who came into the office with not-so-healthy mouths, turn into patients with healthy mouths because of their work is incredibly rewarding to him and his staff.
When hes not working, you may find him playing guitar and singing with his brother in their band, The Fabulous BioTones. Or he may be out in his garden growing vegetables, or visiting one of Petalumas great restaurants.
Dr. Lane credits the dental profession for affording lifelong learning opportunities as it changes and progresses through the years. He thoroughly enjoys continuing education opportunities in the cosmetic dentistry area and completes anywhere from 50-60 hours per year, more than double Californias requirement,in order to perfect his skill and artistry. His expertise is evident in his work.
Dr. Lane enjoys restoring worn dentitions and fractured front teeth, as well as dental bonding. He finds great fulfillment in creating complete dentures for those who have no teeth or whose teeth are no longer savable and who want a beautiful smile. He also enjoys restoring dental implants. Dr. Lane takes pride in operating a warm and inviting dental practice. He and his staff work hard to maintain an environment where all patients feel relaxed and confident in the care they are receiving. From the warm greeting you will receive when you first enter the office to the hot towels, blankets, pillows, and movies during your procedure, your comfort and confidence are our priority.
Pearl has over 30 years of experience as a dental professional, and has been part of Dr. Lanes team since 2014. Born and raised in San Francisco, California, she likes the beautiful surroundings and the many things to do in Sonoma County. After receiving her Bachelors of Nursing from the University of San Francisco, in 1984, she went on to become a registered dental hygienist, in 1987, through the University of California, San Francisco School of Dentistry. She then went on to practice for 27 years at The University of the Pacific School of Dentistry, in the Faculty Practice, and also with an independent dental researcher who tested dental products.
Born and raised in Sonoma County, Renee has more than 20 years of experience as a registered dental assistant. She completed her dental assistant program at Santa Rosa Junior College, in Santa Rosa, California.
Born and raised in Marin County, Therese has lived in Sonoma County for over 30 years. After completing the dental assistant program at the College of Marin, in 1980, she spent 31 years as a registered dental assistant, but has spent the last six years as Dr. Lanes office manager.
Therese and her husband live in Cotati, where they raised two sons and a daughter, and now enjoy spending time with their grandchild. She loves that Sonoma County is a wonderful place to raise a family. She loves being so close to the ocean, mountains, lakes and rivers and enjoys RVing, fishing, and hiking, gardening and cooking.