by Nicole Bolinger | Dec 16, 2025 | Uncategorized
The holiday season is often described as joyful and magical, but for many individuals and families in the special needs community, it can also feel overwhelming, isolating, and exhausting. Between busy schedules, sensory overload, financial stress, and the pressure to...
by Nicole Bolinger | Nov 19, 2025 | Uncategorized
One of the most empowering aspects of being an RDHAP is the ability to practice independently and deliver care directly to communities that often lack access to traditional dental settings. But working independently also brings a challenge many RDHAPs experience at...
by Nicole Bolinger | Oct 18, 2025 | Uncategorized
I really enjoyed The Other Dr. Gilmer: Two Men, a Murder and an Unlikely Fight for Justice. I’m not a trained book reviewer. I just like reading non-fiction. I heard this author being interviewed on NPR a few years ago, and the topic intrigued me. When I read a...
by Nicole Bolinger | Sep 30, 2025 | Uncategorized
Registered Dental Hygienists in Alternative Practice (RDHAPs) are uniquely positioned to make a lasting impact on oral health access, especially for patients with disabilities and those living in underserved communities. Their specialized training extends beyond...
by Nicole Bolinger | Nov 22, 2024 | Uncategorized
Running a Registered Dental Hygienist in Alternative Practice (RDHAP) practice comes with its unique challenges—and marketing it effectively is key to building a thriving practice. Whether you’re just starting or looking to grow, here are the top five strategies to...
by Nicole Bolinger | Oct 19, 2022 | Uncategorized
I particularly like that October is National Dental Hygiene Month because it is a month to celebrate dental hygienists. Of course, if you look hard enough, there is a day, week, or month for everything. But many people do not know what a dental hygienist is, what we...
