Meet Our Team
The people behind your smile.
Our team of dedicated dental health professionals are here to serve you. We combine extensive knowledge in the field of dentistry with a passion for helping people love their smiles.
Our Team
Friendly faces, familiar care.
It is our goal to create a friendly and professional atmosphere that you can rely on for all of your dental needs.
Becky Deniz
Becky graduated from San Joaquin Valley College (SJVC) in 2005 with an Associate of Arts degree in Dental Hygiene. Since the very beginning, she has been an integral part of the K3 Dental family, bringing years of experience, dedication, and a gentle touch to every patient she cares for.
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Becky is passionate about helping patients achieve and maintain optimal oral health through education, preventive care, and the use of modern dental technology. Her compassionate demeanor puts patients at ease, and she strives to create a positive and comfortable experience at every visit.
Outside the office, Becky enjoys camping and spending time outdoors with her family, friends, and beloved pets. Her love for nature and animals brings a calming, down-to-earth energy to our practice.
Betty Vega
With over 20 years of experience in the dental field, Betty brings a deep passion and dedication to patient care. Her journey includes more than a decade as an instructor at a dental assisting school, where she helped shape the next generation of dental professionals. Eager to continually grow and serve patients at a higher level, she advanced her career by becoming a Registered Dental Assistant in Extended Functions Level 2 (RDAEF2) — a role she truly enjoys.
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Betty’s approach to care is heartfelt: when a patient sits in her chair, they become like family, and she is committed to giving them the very best. She’s always eager to learn and embraces new technology that enhances patient comfort and outcomes.
Outside the office, Betty enjoys spending time with her family, volunteering at her church, and teaching catechism. She loves being outdoors and traveling whenever she can. If she had to choose her career all over again, she says without hesitation—she’d choose dentistry every time. Her love for helping others and her love for teeth go hand in hand!
Ruth Salinas
Ruth is the friendly face who greets you when you walk through the doors at K3 Dental. As our Scheduling Coordinator, she’s here to answer your questions, assist with appointments, and make sure every patient feels welcomed, comfortable, and cared for.
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With a warm personality and a commitment to excellent service, Ruth takes pride in helping patients walk in with a smile, and leave with an even brighter one after visiting our amazing team. Her goal is to make every visit feel like home.
Kim Alvarado
Kimberlin is dedicated to ensuring every patient receives the highest level of care and has a positive, stress-free experience at K3 Dental. As our Treatment Coordinator, she combines a strong work ethic with a compassionate approach to help patients feel informed, comfortable, and confident in their treatment plans.
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Born and raised in Modesto, Kimberlin enjoys staying active at the gym, reading to expand her knowledge, and spending quality time with family and friends. She’s passionate about personal growth and always ready to lend a helping hand to those in need. Her warmth and professionalism make her an essential part of our team.
Julie Benitez
Julie is here to help patients navigate their benefits and ensure they get the most out of their coverage. She’s passionate about making the financial side of dentistry simple and stress-free for every patient.
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Julie graduated from the Dental Assistant Institute in Modesto and became a certified Dental Assistant in 2020. Her love for the dental field comes from seeing the transformation that happens when patients walk in hoping for a change, and leave with a brand-new smile.
Outside of work, Julie enjoys life with her loving husband and two handsome boys, who mean the world to her. She brings both warmth and professionalism to our team every day.
Araceli Bazan
Bio coming soon.
Jullett Zambrano
Vonny Waan
How we care for you
A team that feels like family.
From your first phone call to your last checkup, every person on our team has one goal: a comfortable, confident visit for you and your family.
Front office
Ruth, Kim, Julie and Araceli welcome you, schedule your visits, explain your treatment plan and take the stress out of insurance.
Clinical care
Becky, Betty, Jullett and Vonny look after your cleanings, preventive care and comfort in the chair, with gentle hands and modern technology.
Your doctors
Dr. Uppal and Dr. Sharaf lead your care and are supported by a team that treats every patient like family.
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Meet Our Doctors
Experienced, caring dentists who focus on your long-term oral health.