Dentral Pro on the Go is a mobile dental hygiene service that serves the underserved population in Montana. Founded by Susan Kavon, RDH, BS, LAP, who worked in private practice for 31 years before pursuing her Limited Access Permit (LAP), Denral Pro on the Go aims to provide dental hygiene services to those who may not have access to traditional dental care. Susan was inspired to start this service after networking with other hygienists at the MDHA Annual Session and attending a LAP workshop.
The team at Dentral Pro on the Go includes experienced hygienists like Judy Harbrecht, RDH, LAP, who has over 44 years of experience in dental hygiene. Judy was the first hygienist in Montana to become LAP certified and has since been providing dental hygiene services to residents in long-term care facilities. Her passion for serving the underserved population and the rewarding interactions with residents have made her LAP certification a fulfilling experience.
Another integral part of Dentral Pro on the Go is the partnership between Suzie Rogge and Melissa Utley, who formed Dental Hygiene Connections. Both hygienists hold LAP certifications and provide dental hygiene services for residents at St. John’s Lutheran Ministries in Billings. Their use of mobile equipment allows them to offer care to residents in the comfort of their own homes, making oral care more accessible for those who may have difficulty accessing traditional dental services.
Heidi Halverson, RDH, LAP, also plays a key role in Dentral Pro on the Go with her business Dental Hygiene At Home. Heidi transitioned from working in a private practice to starting her own mobile dental hygiene service after obtaining her LAP. Her commitment to serving the community and meeting the oral care needs of residents in nursing homes has been a driving force behind her business.
Overall, Dentral Pro on the Go is dedicated to providing essential dental hygiene services to underserved populations in Montana. Through the passion and dedication of its team members, the organization strives to make oral care more accessible for those who may face barriers to traditional dental services.