Dr. Scott Wagnild has been installed as president of the Minnesota Dental Association (MDA) for the 2025-2026 term at the Association’s Leadership Conference in Minneapolis. Dr. Wagnild is a 1989 graduate of the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry. After completing his dental degree, he spent three years in a hospital-based general practice residency program […] Read More »

New officers and trustees were installed at the Minnesota Dental Association’s Leadership Conference on September 19 in Minneapolis. The newly elected 2025-2026 officers include Dr. Scott Wagnild as president; Dr. John Noack as president-elect; Dr. Aruna Rao as first vice-president; Dr. Loren Taple as second vice-president, and Dr. Alejandro Aguirre as treasurer.  Dr. Stephen McDonnell […] Read More »

Tooth decay is the most common chronic disease in children and, if left untreated, may lead to infections and problems with focusing on school. The Minnesota Dental Association (MDA) recommends scheduling a dental check-up for your child at the beginning of the school year. Here are a few important things to keep in mind as […] Read More »

Dr. Stephen Shuman Receives 2025 Guest of Honor Award Mr. Stephen Shuman was chosen as the recipient of the Minnesota Dental Association’s Guest of Honor Award. He was honored by nearly 6,000 dental professionals in attendance at the association’s annual convention on Friday, April 25, at the St. Paul RiverCentre. Dr. Stephen Shuman received his […] Read More »

Dr. Peter Cannon Receives 2025 Outstanding Service Award Dr. Peter Cannon was chosen as the recipient of the Minnesota Dental Association’s Outstanding Service Award. He was honored by nearly 6,000 dental professionals in attendance at the association’s annual convention on Friday, April 25, at the St. Paul RiverCentre. Dr. Cannon grew up in Duluth, Minnesota, […] Read More »

Dr. Matthew Hutchinson Receives 2025 Humanitarian Service Award Dr. Matthew Hutchinson was chosen as the recipient of the Minnesota Dental Association’s Humanitarian Service Award. He was honored by nearly 6,000 dental professionals in attendance at the association’s annual convention on Friday, April 25, at the St. Paul RiverCentre. Dr. Matthew Hutchinson received his dental degree […] Read More »

Dr. James Omlie Receives 2025 New Dentist Leadership Award Dr. James Omlie was recently presented with the Minnesota Dental Association’s New Dentist Leadership Award. He was honored by nearly 6,000 dental professionals in attendance at the association’s annual convention on Friday, April 25, at the St. Paul RiverCentre. Dr. Omlie completed his undergraduate studies in […] Read More »

Dr. Tricia Carlson Receives 2024 President’s Award Dr. Tricia Carlson was chosen as the recipient of the Minnesota Dental Association’s President’s Award by Immediate Past President Dr. Rosalie Perpich. She was honored by nearly 6,000 dental professionals in attendance at the association’s annual convention on Friday, April 25, at the St. Paul RiverCentre. Each year, […] Read More »

MINNEAPOLIS, MN – Minnesota dentists are offering free dental care for children in need on February 7 and 8, 2025. Appointments can be booked now. The Minnesota Dental Association (MDA) has hundreds of dental professionals volunteering at clinics across the state for Give Kids a Smile. Finding a clinic with open appointments is as easy […] Read More »

MINNEAPOLIS, MN – The Minnesota Dental Association (MDA) today reaffirmed its commitment to supporting water fluoridation as a safe, effective, and essential public health measure for preventing tooth decay and promoting overall oral health. Citing decades of scientific research and endorsements from leading health organizations, the MDA joins national dental associations and health experts in […] Read More »