MDA News and Features
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Minnesota Dentists Support Passage of New Oral Health Initiative
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Minnesota Dental Association Announces 2008 Legislative Agenda
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Minnesota Dental Community Takes Action to Provide Free Dental Care to Children in Need
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Maple Grove Dentist Jamie Sledd Elected President of Minnesota Dental Association
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.
Who We Are
Founded in 1884, the Minnesota Dental Association (MDA) is a voluntary professional organization that includes 83 percent of all Minnesota-licensed dentists. The MDA and its members are committed to the highest standards of oral health and access to care for all Minnesotans.
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.
Learn more about Rural Recruitment
Give Kids a Smile 2008
For the sixth year, the Minnesota Dental Association was proud to coordinate a charitable outreach program, called Give Kids a Smile, to provide free care to low-income children in need. The two-day, statewide event was Feb. 1 and 2.
More information on Give Kids a Smile.
Sip All Day, Get Decay
The MDA’s colorful campaign on the harmful effects of soda pop on oral health is nationally recognized as a critical educational tool for dental offices and public health agencies. You may be surprised to learn that, on average, every American consumes 56 gallons of soda pop a year. The health consequences of excessive soda consumption are becoming more and more apparent to dentists. Why? Because the sugar and acid in soda can cause tooth decay, even in patients who have had good dental check-ups in the past.