At SMYLE essentials you have a one on one expirence with your hygieneist. We do not double book our patients so you are guarenteed our undivided attention, zero cross contamination from another patient, and very little wait time or none at all for an appointment. Most people find that the cost is much lower than at a typical dental office. The spa-like atmosphere of our office is comforting and relaxing. Receiving dental care at your own home is also an option and less stressful for the homebound individuals.

An RDHAP (Registered Dental Hygienists in Alternative Practice) is a dental hygienist with specialized training and an additional license that allows the hygienist to work in settings other than a dental office and without the supervision of a dentist. Similar to a nurse practitoner but in the dental world.

The RDHAP Can Provide:

• Dental Cleanings

• X-rays

• Sealants

• Topical Fluoride

• Blood Pressure

• Oral Assessment

• Periodontal Assessment

• Oral Cancer Screening

• Patient Specific Oral Hygiene Instruction

• Nutritional Counseling

• Dental Referrals as needed

Payment is due in advance or at the time of services. If you have dental insurance, we will be happy to submit a standard claim form to your insurance company so that you can be reimbursed directly for your allowable benefits. SMYLE essentials is an out-of-network provider and dental insurance reimbursement will be sent directly to you.

Payments:

We deliver the finest care at the most reasonable cost. Payment is expected at the time of the appointment. For your convenience, we accept Visa, MasterCard, and cash payments. No insurance? No problem, most patients find our fees reasonable significantly less compared to private dental practices.

Practice setting can be at our SMYLE essentials private practice, schools, institutions, residence facilities, skilled nursing facilities, and private home of homebound persons.

A Registered Dental Hygienist in Alternative Practice (RDHAP) can help meet some of the many dental needs of residents in nursing homes, residential care facilities or private homes and help with important prevention strategies.

These elderly and /or disabled residents may be able to avoid extensive dental treatment and minimize oral problems by taking advantage of the services provided by SMYLE essentials. Prevention is indispensable to avoid extensive dental treatment and the hardships it creates on the individual and the staff. In addition, the personalized care is appreciated by the residents and can save staff time, reduce pain and suffering and help with self-esteem.

In the long run, preventive care is the key to avoiding extensive dental treatment and medical complications and the toll that these take on the resident and the Skilled Nursing Facility staff. RDHAP's provide this care, and the residents’ families and direct care givers appreciate the time and attention given to each resident by the RDHAP.

That’s OK. Everyone should have a dentist and SMYLE essentials is able to refer you to one.