Rikki Bench

Rikki Bench, RDH is a seasoned dental hygienist and the lead hygienist at a dental practice in Mesa, Arizona, where she provides in-office hygiene care three days a week. She also offers remote myofunctional therapy sessions on Mondays, Fridays, and select Saturday mornings, and administers therapeutic Botox injections on a consultative basis to help patients manage clenching, grinding, headaches, and muscle tension. Her practice integrates modern therapeutic techniques to support overall oral function and patient comfort.

Over the course of 32 years, Rikki has expanded her expertise far beyond traditional preventive dental care, integrating myofunctional therapy and therapeutic Botox into her scope of practice. With extensive experience in general dentistry, periodontal care, and public health settings, she focuses on patient-centered care that reduces discomfort and promotes overall well-being while minimizing the physical demands of traditional hygiene work.

Rikki earned her Bachelor’s degree from Northern Arizona University (NAU) and holds licensure as a dental hygienist. She has completed advanced training in both myofunctional therapy and therapeutic Botox administration. Her professional philosophy emphasizes combining evidence-based dental care with innovative therapeutic approaches to help patients achieve improved health, comfort, and confidence.

• Northern Arizona University (NAU)