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On-Site Dental Hygiene Services serving the Merced, Stanislaus, and neighboring Counties!
We travel to you!
Proper dental hygiene care is essential for maintaining overall health and well-being. A Registered Dental Hygienist in Alternative Practice (RDHAP) has completed additional education and licensure in order to deliver dental hygiene services outside of a traditional dental office. This allows for patients of all ages, who cannot visit a dental office due to limitations caused by their state of health, to receive dental hygiene treatment.
Services are performed at the convenience of the patient’s location as a result of barriers to seek treatment in a dental office caused by aging, being homebound, and/or having a disability. Patients with complex physical, medical or psychological needs may seek treatment from an RDHAP. Services are also available to those living in underserved communities with dental office shortages. An RDHAP can deliver dental hygiene services at the place of residence of homebound individuals, schools, institutions, residence facilities, skilled nursing facilities, long term care, and even hospital settings.
Meet Your hygienist
Reynalda Brown, RDHAP
Reynalda obtained her Bachelor of Science Degree in Dental Hygiene from University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry in 2015. Since then, she has worked in private practice with patients of all ages. In 2023, she completed the RDHAP program at UOP Dugoni and is licensed to provide dental hygiene services at the comfort of your location, or that of a loved one. We travel to deliver care to you. We will communicate with your medical team to ensure that you are properly cared for.
Reynalda is ready communicate with you, or a loved one, in the English or Spanish language.
All CDC and OSHA guidelines are followed just like traditional dental offices are required to. Biological spore testing is completed in order to verify sterilizer performance and ensure the safety of our patients by assessing and assuring proper sterilization of dental instruments. Disposable, single-use items are used whenever there is an opportunity. Your health and safety is our priority!
OSHA approved PPE is worn at each appointment.
Reynalda is more than happy to answer any further questions you may have!
What we provide
Dental Hygiene Services
This is a fee-for-service practice and Reynalda is an out-of-network provider.
All fees are the responsibility of the responsible party.
Fees depend on the services needed and an estimate is provided for all services prior to each appointment. Please contact us for more information.
Payment is due at time of service. We accept cash, check or zelle.
We do not submit claims to Denti-Cal, Medi-Cal or Medicare.
As a courtesy, a form may be filled out on the patient’s behalf to their insurance company in case there is any reimbursement, it would go directly to the insured.
Please provide documentation of Power of Attorney, if applicable.
Oral Health Assessment
First Visit
Used to determine the proper cleaning and care plan that is right for you- followed by a treatment plan.
Dental Cleanings
Determined by Assessment
Prophylaxis (regular cleaning- in absence of gum disease), Periodontal Maintenance (cleaning after SRP treatment & for patients with periodontal disease), Scaling & Root Planning (deep cleaning with topical anesthetic).
Screenings
BP & OCS
A blood pressure screening is performed at every visit as well as a thorough extra-oral and intra-oral exam. Head and neck lymph nodes are palpated and pathology is screened for any abnormal findings.
Fluoride Treatments
FL
Fluoride Varnish treatments are available to help with tooth sensitivity and prevent cavities. Fluoride strengthens enamel and boosts remineralization.
Oral Health Education/Recommendations
For Patient & Caregiver
Proper oral health education and instruction will be delivered and reviewed with patient, family members and/or caregivers. We will review the proper routine and products recommended for our patients to maintain optimal oral hygiene at home.
Medical Clearance
As Needed
A process between a patient and their healthcare provider to ensure that the patient’s medical status is known and that the planned treatment is safe. We will describe our treatment plan thoroughly in writing and your healthcare provider will determine if any antibiotic premedication (with dosage) is required prior to delivering dental hygiene services.
Dental Hygiene Standing Order
AFTER 18 months
State of CA REQUIRES a standing order from the patient’s dentist, physician, or specialist AFTER 18 months since initial treatment date in order to continue delivering on-site services. A new standing order is valid based on professional judgement of prescriber and is not to exceed 2 years since date of issuance.
Emergency Evaluations & Referrals
As Needed
On-call emergency assessments are available. If a patient presents with conditions that require a dentist, patients may return to their DDS of record OR we may help you find a new one. Upon the dental hygiene assessment completion, we may also provide a referral if there are observations that raise concern.
& MORE
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New dental hygiene services may be added, so check back for up-to-date information.
Let’s Talk
Contact Us
We’d love to hear from you and answer any questions or concerns you may have!
Hours
By Appointment ONLY
Call to Schedule an Assessment in order to develop a Dental Hygiene Care Plan that is right for you!
Call or email if you have any questions or concerns!
Contact
Email
Reyna@ReynaldaRDHAP.com
Phone
(209) 500-2728
- RDH License #29430
- RDHAP License #1096
- NPI #1407671951
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