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About American River Dental

American River Dental

Rancho Cordova, CA

Our office is conveniently located in the Rancho Cordova area which makes it easy to get to coming from Sacramento and Folsom.

We are near Mills Middle School and Cordova High School.

Family Dentistry and Orthodontics

Get the Dental Care You Deserve

American River Dental would love to meet you and your family and provide you with the dental care you need and give you all the smiles you deserve! Our office provides the dental care you need to achieve the beautiful, natural look you seek. We can even reshape your natural teeth to make them straighter and more youthful. Our office is easily accessible and makes it convenient to those living near Rancho Cordova to get the care they deserve.
Patient-centered dental care

What We Do

American River Dental uses the latest techniques and remains deeply committed to developing new and better ways to protect your teeth and gums. In addition to providing you with the dental care you deserve, American River Dental specializes in providing compassionate and expert dental care for patients with special needs. We take pride in offering routine dental hygiene services for individuals with complex medical conditions, autism, and other developmental or physical disabilities. Please call our office with any additional questions or comments you may have.
Trusted, Experienced Dentists

Meet Our Doctors

Guy E. Acheson

D.D.S., M.A.G.D.

Sahand Soltani

D.D.S.

Dr. Sahand Soltani is a highly skilled and compassionate general dentist dedicated to delivering exceptional, patient-centered care. A native of Fairfield, CA, he completed his undergraduate studies at UC Davis before earning his Doctor of Dental Surgery (D.D.S.) degree from the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry in 2016. He then further advanced his expertise by completing an Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency with the prestigious NYU Langone Dental Medicine Postdoctoral Residency Program.

Dr. Soltani is certified in Moderate Sedation and specializes in in-office IV sedation for anxious patients, as well as hospital-based dentistry for ASA III patients with complex medical needs. He works closely with Kaiser’s cardiology department, treating cardiac patients to optimize their oral health before medical procedures. Additionally, he has extensive experience providing comprehensive dental care for adult special needs patients, ensuring their unique requirements are met with skill, patience, and compassion.

His expertise includes esthetic and cosmetic dentistry, clear aligner orthodontics, molar root canals, third molar extractions (including full/partial bony and horizontally impacted wisdom teeth), pediatric dentistry, dentures, and emergency/trauma dentistry. Dr. Soltani is currently on staff at Sutter Medical Hospital Sacramento and Kaiser South Sacramento, where he continues to provide high-quality dental care in both clinical and hospital settings.

Outside of dentistry, he is an avid sports fan with a deep passion for basketball and football.

Michael B. Holm

D.D.S.
A native of Sacramento, Dr. Holm was active in youth sports, scouting, and music. A graduate of UC Davis and a member of the UCLA class of 1980, Dr. Holm received his Doctorate of Dental Surgery and completed his General Practice Residency at Sinai Hospital of Baltimore Maryland in 1981.

Using a combination of orthodontics, oral surgery , and advanced restorative dental procedures, Dr. Holm’s goal is to help all people enjoy their smile – even for the most fearful patients! Dr. Holm and his wife, Christi, have four children and are active in local children’s sports activities.

His professional memberships include:

Dr. Kiran Mann

D.D.S.

Dr. Mann – Passionate, Precise, and Patient-Focused

With over eight years of experience in dentistry, Dr. Mann is committed to providing fast, efficient, and high-quality care for patients of all ages. A proud graduate of the University of the Pacific (UOP), she trained alongside Dr. Soltani and has extensive experience treating children, young adults, and adults with a gentle and thorough approach.

Dr. Mann spent two years practicing in Texas during the pandemic before returning home, bringing back a wealth of knowledge and expertise. She understands that a smooth, stress-free dental visit is key, making patient comfort and efficiency her top priorities. Whether you’re looking for routine care, cosmetic enhancements, or advanced treatments, she ensures each appointment is seamless and tailored to your needs.

Beyond dentistry, Dr. Mann is a passionate dog mom to Cali, a foodie who loves to cook, and an avid K-drama fan (thrillers are her favorite!). She also enjoys Lagree workouts, soaking up the sun at the beach, and immersing herself in music. A big Kings fan and a lifelong soccer lover, she used to play right midfield and still enjoys the sport whenever she can.

At American River Dental, Dr. Mann is dedicated to creating healthy, beautiful smiles while making every visit a positive experience.

Guy E. Acheson

D.D.S., M.A.G.D.

Dr. Acheson graduated from University of the Pacific, School of Dentistry in 1979. In the U.S. Air Force he completed residencies in General Practice and Moderate Sedation, then continued as Chief of Periodontics and Oral Surgery at Edwards Air Force Base until 1983.

He is currently on staff at Sutter Memorial Hospital, Fort Sutter Surgery Center, and Kaiser South Sacramento.

Dr. Acheson thrives on helping people of all ages achieve the healthy and attractive smiles they desire, and maintaining them for a lifetime. He has spent his career learning all that dentistry can provide and continuously improving his skills in delivering quality dental care.

His professional memberships include:

His interests include flying Sailplanes (gliders), aerobatics, and hiking.
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