News
- WCCO-TV partners with United Way and provides phone bank appointments for Give Kids a Smile
read more - MDA and Smiles Change Lives programs thanked for their generosity by WCCO.
see video - MDA sponsors 10th year of free dental care for children
read more - Orthodontic practices join national charity to provide healthy smiles for underserved kids
read more - MN teen will receive braces and orthodontic care provided by the Minnesota Dental Association and Smiles Change Lives
read more - MSN Health: Sour worse than sweet for your teeth
read more - MDA warns certain candies this halloween may haunt teeth in the future
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Helpful Resources
- Help in locating a dentist: Find a member dentist
read more - Resources for Low Cost Dental Care
read more - Access to Orthodontic Care for Underserved Youth
read more - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
read more - Influenza Information (H1N1 and seasonal)
read more - Emergency Preparedness: Ready to use materials from the American Public Health Association.
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Welcome
This is the official web site of the Minnesota Dental Association. Packed with information you can really use, our site provides a wide variety of oral health topics ranging from the effects of piercing on oral health to why soft drinks can cause tooth decay. You'll also find tools and resources to help you find a dentist if you are new to the community or need a specialist, valuable information if you are considering a career in dentistry, classroom resources to help teach proper oral hygiene, and much more. Click here to learn more about the MDA.
Give Kids a Smile
The MDA's annual charitable program, Give Kids a Smile, turns 10 this year! Thousands of volunteers are now preparing to again provide free care to children from families who face barriers to dental care. The dates of this event are Friday, Feb. 3, and Saturday, Feb. 4, 2012. Visit our Give Kids a Smile page to learn more.
FIND A PARTICIPATING CLINIC
Watch for this commercial airing on WCCO!
Health Reform Law Overview
Confused about how the new health reform law works? This short, animated movie explains problems with the current health care system, the changes that are happening now, and the big changes coming in 2014.
Resources for Access to Dental Care
The MDA maintains a list of dental clinics and special programs that provide dental services to patients who are on public care programs or that offer services at a reduced cost. These clinics offer help to low-income individuals and patients on medical assistance programs and sometimes offer special services for seniors, children, and other special needs patients. If you are having difficulty accessing dental care due to loss of income, lack of dental insurance or reductions in government funded programs, including the recently announced closing of five State Operated Services (SOS) clinics for developmentally disabled patients, check out these Resources for Low-Cost Dental Care.
New! Healthy Gums, Healthy You
Did you know that oral health is vital to your overall health and well-being? Growing evidence shows a link between periodontal (gum) disease and other serious medical problems including heart disease, diabetes and pregnancy outcomes. The MDA’s new oral health campaign, Healthy Gums, Health You, is packed with information on how to minimize your risk and maintain good oral health.
Minnesota Dental Foundation announces Loan Forgiveness Program
Workforce Recruitment Assistance for Rural Communities
Recruiting healthcare professionals to rural communities poses challenges -- and opportunities for innovative solutions. Current and projected rural workforce shortages make it increasingly important for dentists, community leaders and other healthcare professionals to work together to meet the needs and demands of rural populations.