Meet the Staff
Drs. Philip and David were born and raised in Penngrove, CA, and have enjoyed practicing dentistry in Rohnert Park for nearly 30 years. They each take many hours of continuing education courses each year to keep up with the latest techniques and procedures.
Dr Philip Terribilini, D.D.S. graduated in 1979 from Loyola University of Chicago College of Dental Surgery with clinical honors. Prior to that he graduated from Rancho Cotate High School and Brigham Young University. He is married and has five children and enjoys swimming, biking and running. Philip has participated in humanitarian dental expeditions to such places as Peru, Honduras and China.
Dr. David Terribilini, D.D.S. graduated in 1978 from Loyola University Chicago College of Dental Surgery, Magna Cum Laude. He then practiced three years in the Army at Letterman Army Medical Center in San Francisco, completing a General Practice Residency Program. Prior to that he graduated from Petaluma High School and Brigham Young University. He is married and has four children and enjoys gardening and reading and has participated in community service organizations.
Lynette Rutkowski, Office Manager, was raised in Southern Oregon and attended Brigham Young University and Utah Technical College. She received her Dental Assisting degree and CDA license in 1982 and was chosen to represent the state of Utah in a National Dental Skills Olympics. That same year, she began working with Dr. Terribilini as a dental assistant and has worked there since except for a short break to have a family. Now, as office manager, Lynette coordinates all office activities and is dedicated to the patients and their quality of care. She helps make sure your total experience with our office is pleasant and efficient.
Carissa Barker, Receptionist is a Sonoma County native and Maria Carrillo High School graduate. She came to our office in 2001 and greets our patients on the phone and in the office with warmth and kindness and works hard to accommodate scheduling needs. She is well-versed in dental insurance and financing options.
Renee Davis, Registered Dental Assistant, graduated from Rancho Cotate High School and SRJC Dental Assisting Program. She received her RDA license in 1999 and has worked with us since then. Her cheery personality immediately reassures our patients that their dental needs will be well-cared for. Renee is cross trained with the front office which helps facilitate efficiency in patient care.
Karen Ingham, Registered Dental Assistant completed Dental Assisting School in Simi Valley in 1974. She has worked with us since 2004. Karen is efficient with dental skills and x-rays and works with the doctor to provide quality dental care.
Alicia Covarrubias, Registered Dental Hygienist was born in Mexico and came to the United States in 1984. She received her RDH license in 2004 and came to work for us in 2005. She is a key player for our hygiene program. Alicia speaks Spanish, Italian and English which has proved beneficial in assisting our patients.
Jazz Bajwa, Registered Dental Hygienist recently graduated from the SRJC Dental Hygiene Program and is current on all the latest equipment and techniques. She worked in our office as a dental assistant before returning to school to learn hygiene. We were fortunate to get her back and again enjoy her warm, caring personality.