Spotlight Dental Hygiene is an independent dental hygiene business located in Richmond Hill. Althea Ledgister R.D.H. is the operating registered dental hygienist with over 30 years of experience in the dental industry in both general and orthodontic practices. She is now providing preventive dental care in a fully accessible clinic conveniently located near public transit on Bayview Ave. north of Highway #7.
All smiles are welcome!
Independent hygienists have been providing dental hygiene care directly to the Ontario public since 2007. The right to self-initiate controlled acts means that they can work without a dentist delegating the treatment they provide. It also means that as self-regulated professionals, dental hygienists may own and operate their own businesses, increasing access to preventive oral health care for the public.
Independent dental hygienists may provide cleanings, sealants, whitening, oral cancer screenings, fluoride treatments and more. The codes and fees used by dental hygienists are found in the ODHA fee guide which is publicly available
At your appointment, the focus is on you and your specific needs. Attentive listening, oral assessment, evaluation, and an individualized care plan is just the beginning. A thorough cleaning and dental hygiene instruction are always part of the process. Your oral health affects your overall health so you will be given the tools you need to have clean teeth and a healthy smile. Infection protocol standards are always followed because your health and safety are important to us.
Independent dental hygienists give you the choice of how you book your dental appointments. You do not have to book all your services in one office. Your dental hygiene treatment can be with the hygienist you choose at the location of your choice. Other dental services like fillings, braces, dentures etc. are done by your choice of general dentist or dental specialists like oral surgeons, periodontists, orthodontists and denturists at their location. We still encourage you to visit your dentist yearly and referrals can be made when needed.