On January 1, 1998, a new category for dental hygienist was created. RDHAP is a Registered Dental Hygienist in Alternative Practice that is examined and licensed by COMDA, a committee of the Dental Board of California. "When we finish at the end of the day we are not the only ones smiling," said Schaffer. " I have had calls from the adult children of our patients thanking us for leaving their relatives relaxed and smiling after our visit," Schaffer added.Schaffer's services include oral health check- ups, cleaning and polishing, sealants, denture cleaning, fluoride treatment, non-surgical periodontal therapy and oral hygiene …