Priscilla Tall, DDS, MA
Dentist
Dr. Tall understands that most people experience some level of anxiety when visiting the dentist. She knows how this can prevent us from getting the proper dental care we need, so she dedicated her Master’s research on how to naturally reduce anxiety in dental patients. Cherry Valley Family Dental has turned the dental experience from a fearful one to a relaxing experience for thousands of people, and we can’t wait to do the same for you.
Dr. Tall graduated with a Doctorate of Dental Surgery from Loma Linda University after earning her bachelor’s degree in psychology and master’s degree in social ecology at UC Irvine where her research focused on reducing anxiety in dental patients.
When not at the office, Dr. Tall enjoys traveling with her family and enjoying the great outdoors with her husband and kids. Dr. Tall strives to keep each patient comfortable by using a gentle touch and enjoys educating her patients on oral health. She can’t wait to get to know you at your next visit!
Lynda vega, DDS
Dentist
Dr. Vega attended Andrews University in Michigan and received her bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts. She has always had a passion for art and wanted to use it to help others, which is why she went on to pursue a career in dentistry at Loma Linda University. She learned that dentistry merged her creative interests and goal to serve others in a unique way by allowing her to help patients improve their oral health and attain aesthetically pleasing results so patients can look and feel their best.
When not at the office, she enjoys spending time with her husband—going on hikes, relaxing at the beach, drawing, and volunteering at free clinics local and abroad. She’s excited to be working with such a great team and looks forward to meeting all our patients. Providing quality, gentle care while making sure you are kept comfortable are her top priorities.
Elisa shin, DDS
Dentist
Dr. Shin has a heart for delivering excellent dental care in a compassionate way. As a mother of three young children, she understands how important it is to find a caring, honest healthcare provider, and she seeks to build trust with her patients by delivering the kind of exceptional care that she would want for her own family.
A graduate of Loma Linda University School of Dentistry, Dr. Shin graduated with distinction in the top five of her class. She has taken advanced courses in CEREC same-day crowns, Invisalign, and endodontics so that she can produce superior outcomes while keeping patients comfortable and relaxed.
Outside of the office, Dr. Shin’s passions revolve around her three children whom she is homeschooling. She loves to travel with her family and to invest time in experiences, such as medical mission trips that will broaden her children’s minds and build their characters.
karissa harper, RDH, MSDH
Registered Dental Hygienist
Karissa earned her bachelor’s degree in Dental Hygiene from Loma Linda University School of Dentistry and her master’s degree in Dental Hygiene from Idaho State University. She is an active member of the American Dental Hygienists’ Association, California Dental Hygienists’ Association, and the Tri-County Dental Society. She is also a member of the Sigma Phi Alpha Dental Hygiene Honor Society and the International Association of HealthCare Professionals.
In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her husband and two sons. She also enjoys reading, traveling, and learning new activities. Karissa is excited to work for Dr. Tall in our beautiful office and with our wonderful staff. You’ll love her gentleness and her calm and warm demeanor. Karissa is looking forward to meeting you at your next visit!
Jessica Jensen-Sposeto, RDH
Registered Dental Hygienist
Jessica graduated from Loma Linda University earning her bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene. During her time at Loma Linda, she traveled abroad to help the less fortunate with their dental needs and hopes to continue going on mission trips in the future.
In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her husband and daughter. She also enjoys traveling and loves to take her daughter to new places. Jessica makes her patients feel welcomed with her bubbly and inviting personality. She is really looking forward to meeting you at your next visit.
Tara Boites, RDA
Office Manager
Tara is a local to the pass and graduated from Concorde Career College where she studied Dental Assisting. Outside the office she enjoys spending all her time with her husband and three beautiful daughters, lounging at home doing arts & crafts and dancing. Her sweet personality and big smile is what stands out to patents. Tara looks forward to greeting you at our beautiful office to take care of your dental concerns.
Dee reyes-guillen, RDA
Registered Dental Assistant
Dee went to Chaffey College to get her dental assistant certificate. She has lived in the pass area for a few years now and loves it. In her spare time, she likes to try new restaurants with her husband, ride dirt bikes, and spend time with her family. She can’t wait to meet you at your next appointment and help make your visit as comfortable as possible.
emily Haun, RDA
Registered Dental Assistant
A graduate of San Joaquin Valley College in Dental Assisting, Emily has lived in Beaumont for the last few years and loves it. She chairside assists the doctors, and has a sweet, caring demeanor that everyone loves. In her spare time, she enjoys playing video games and watching fantasy movies and TV shows. She also enjoys traveling and is looking forward to her next adventure. Emily looks forward to taking care of you at your next visit!