by Nicole Bolinger | Jun 17, 2025 | Uncategorized
As Registered Dental Hygienists in Alternative Practice (RDHAPs), we often serve those who are overlooked by the traditional healthcare system—homebound seniors, people with disabilities, residents of care facilities, and underserved communities. Yet despite the...
by Nicole Bolinger | May 29, 2025 | Direct Access Dental Hygienist, Member Spotlight, Older Persons, Schools, Special Health Care Needs
One of the perks of being a member of RDHAP Connect is being featured in a member spotlight on our website and social media pages. Today we’re spotlighting Lindsey Vizcay, BSDH, RDHAP, RDAEF2. Read below for our interview with Lindsey! Tell us a little about yourself....
by Nicole Bolinger | May 12, 2025 | Children, Direct Access Dental Hygienist, Marketing your Practice, Older Persons, Pregnancy, Special Health Care Needs
One of the most common and frustrating challenges for Registered Dental Hygienists in Alternative Practice (RDHAPs) is finding and keeping a steady client base. Unlike traditional dental offices that benefit from location visibility and walk-in traffic, RDHAPs operate...
by Nicole Bolinger | Apr 28, 2025 | Direct Access Dental Hygienist, Marketing your Practice
The Dental Hygiene Board of California (DHBC) has recently enacted a regulation aimed at improving patient communication and safety. Effective March 21, 2025, all Registered Dental Hygienists in Alternative Practice (RDHAPs) are required to maintain a telephone...
by Nicole Bolinger | Apr 9, 2025 | Community, Direct Access Dental Hygienist
The California State Rural Health Association (CSRHA) convened its annual conference in Folsom, California on Thursday, March 27, 2025. It proved to be an enrichening experience for many there, including me. I won’t spend a lot of time reviewing the presenters as I...
