by Nicole Bolinger | Aug 1, 2022 | Children, Community, Nutrition, Oral Health
Breastfeeding and proper oral rest posture (tongue resting on the roof of the mouth, lips together) are nature’s myofunctional therapy for babies. Mouth development in children is extremely important to their health and wellbeing. This begins at birth. Research...
by Nicole Bolinger | Jul 25, 2022 | Direct Access Dental Hygienist
One of the perks of being a member of RDHAP Connect is being a featured member on our website and social. Today we’re spotlighting Nani Bezuayehu with Nani Dental Hygiene Practice Elena Francisco, RDHAP and creator of RDHAP Connect, interviewed Nani about her...
by Nicole Bolinger | Jun 21, 2022 | Diabetes, Oral Systemic Link
I just read a review of the latest information on the relationship between diabetes and your oral health concerning gum disease. There are so many studies being undertaken all over the world at any given time, that it is impossible to keep up with them. The Cochrane...
by Nicole Bolinger | Jun 15, 2022 | Oral Health, Oral Hygiene
Preventative dental hygiene care plays an important role in our overall health! Preventing something is much easier than fixing something, wouldn’t you say? I was just listening to a story on my local public radio station this morning. The show, Reveal, was...
by Nicole Bolinger | May 24, 2022 | Community, Older Persons, Oral Health
Oral healthcare providers must make some noise as we know what we do makes a difference. We see how a person’s smile will widen and their face brighten when their teeth and gums are clean and healthy. We also know we cannot perform these much-needed services if those...
