Begin Your Journey To A Better Smile
Dental Exams
Regular dental exams are the foundation of a healthy smile, allowing us to catch issues early and keep your teeth and gums in top shape.
Fluoride Treatments
Fluoride helps strengthen tooth enamel and prevent cavities by restoring minerals lost during the early stages of tooth decay.
Dental Cleaning
Regular dental cleanings play a key role in preventing serious dental issues and maintaining overall health.
Laser Dental Therapy
Laser dentistry is a comfortable, minimally invasive procedure used alongside deep cleanings to support healthier gums.
Health Education
We provide education on proper brushing and flossing techniques, nutrition, cavity prevention, and more.
Mobile Dental Practice
We bring high-quality preventive dental care directly to patients who may have difficulty traveling to a traditional office.
Dental Services Stockton CA
Everyone deserves access to high-quality oral healthcare. At Jessika Rico RDHAP - Dental Hygiene Practice, we believe preventive dentistry should be convenient, compassionate, and accessible for every patient.
As an independent Registered Dental Hygienist in Alternative Practice, I proudly provide preventive dental hygiene services in Stockton CA and the surrounding San Joaquin Valley. Whether you visit my office or receive care through my portable mobile practice, my goal is to remove barriers that prevent people from achieving healthy smiles.
Jessika Rico RDHAP
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Jessika Rico RDHAP - Dental Hygiene Practice
We proudly serve children, adults, seniors, individuals with disabilities, homebound patients, residents of assisted living and skilled nursing facilities, schools, and members of underserved communities. Every patient receives individualized care focused on prevention, education, and long-term oral health.
Our services include comprehensive dental hygiene examinations, digital X-rays, professional cleanings, periodontal therapy (deep cleanings), laser bacterial reduction, fluoride treatments, silver diamine fluoride (SDF), oral cancer screenings, nutritional counseling, tobacco cessation counseling, and personalized oral hygiene instruction.
Healthy smiles begin with prevention. Our mission is to help patients maintain excellent oral health while providing gentle, personalized care in a welcoming environment.
Explore our pricing options below
*Prices shown are self-pay fees. Insurance benefits, frequency limits, and patient responsibility vary by plan.
*A dental hygiene assessment is not a comprehensive dental examination or dentist diagnosis.
*Residential house calls are available for qualifying homebound patients. Mobile visits must be requested and confirmed before booking.
Trusted Mobile Dental Practice
Portable dental hygiene services bring high-quality preventive dental care directly to patients who have difficulty traveling to a traditional dental office.
We provide portable services in private homes, assisted living facilities, skilled nursing facilities, residential care communities, schools, community organizations, and other approved locations throughout Stockton and the surrounding San Joaquin Valley.
Our portable services include dental hygiene examinations, digital X-rays, professional cleanings, periodontal therapy, fluoride treatments, silver diamine fluoride (SDF), oral cancer screenings, laser bacterial reduction, nutritional counseling, tobacco cessation counseling, and oral hygiene education.
Mobile dental hygiene is an excellent option for seniors, individuals with disabilities, medically fragile patients, caregivers, and anyone who experiences barriers to accessing preventive dental care.
Frequently Asked Questions
A Registered Dental Hygienist in Alternative Practice (RDHAP) is a California-licensed dental hygienist who can provide preventive dental hygiene services independently in approved settings.
Removes plaque, prevents cavities, and supports healthy gums.
Tooth ExtractionsRemove damaged teeth, relieves pain, prevents complications.
Checkups
Detect issues early, maintain oral health, prevent problems.
Gum DiseaseInfection of gums, causes inflammation, affects oral health.
CavitiesTooth decay, creates holes, causes pain, let us help you today.
Teeth Whitening
Brightens teeth, removes stains, enhances smile.
Cracked Tooth
Fractured enamel, causes pain, needs prompt expert treatment.
What Kind of Training Does a Registered Dental Hygienist Have?
Becoming a Registered Dental Hygienist requires specialized education, clinical training, and state licensure. The journey typically begins by completing an accredited dental hygiene program, most commonly an associate degree, though bachelor's degree programs are also available. Students study subjects such as anatomy, physiology, oral health sciences, radiography, periodontology, and preventive dental care while developing hands-on clinical skills.
After graduating, aspiring dental hygienists must pass the National Board Dental Hygiene Examination (NBDHE) and complete a state or regional clinical licensing examination, along with meeting any additional state-specific requirements. Once licensed, Registered Dental Hygienists are qualified to provide preventive dental services, educate patients on oral health, perform dental cleanings, take diagnostic images, and work closely with dentists to help patients maintain healthy smiles. Many RDHs also pursue continuing education throughout their careers to stay current with evolving techniques, technologies, and licensing requirements.
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