Rachael Lolling, RDH
Rachael D. Lolling, RDH, is a U.S. Air Force Veteran, Owner of Rig Way Oral Health, and
practicing clinician for the public school system under the All Kids dental program in Illinois.
Rachael’s newest dental adventure is designing and manufacturing a new, revolutionary
manual toothbrush, the FitsBrush. She gives back by providing resources, supplies,
and education to kids kindergarten through high school. Rig Way has also donated
thousands of FitsBrushes to local homeless shelters and hospice.
Learn more about Rachael and her mission at fitsbrush.com, email rachaellolling [at] gmail.com, or (815) 541-5730.
Learn more about Rachael and her mission at fitsbrush.com, email rachaellolling [at] gmail.com, or (815) 541-5730.
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