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 »

MINNEAPOLIS, MN – This Halloween the Minnesota Dental Association advises treat-givers to make tooth-healthy choices and to pass on popular sour candy options. They might seem harmless, but these tricky treats may haunt teeth later on. While the sweet-and-sour delights can be tempting, beware—the acid in sour candies weakens and wears away tooth enamel, which […] Read More »

MINNEAPOLIS, MN – New officers and trustees were elected at the Minnesota Dental Association’s annual House of Delegates meeting on September 13 in Bemidji. The newly elected 2024-2025 officers include Dr. Alejandro Aguirre as president; Dr. Scott Wagnild as president-elect; Dr. John Noack as first vice-president; and Dr. Aruna Rao as second vice-president. Continuing their […] Read More »

MINNEAPOLIS, MN – Dr. Alejandro Aguirre was installed as president of the Minnesota Dental Association (MDA) for the 2024-2025 term at the Association’s annual House of Delegates meeting in Bemidji. Dr. Aguirre graduated from Universidad Nacional de Mexico in 1987. He then enrolled in the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry’s endodontics program and graduated […] Read More »

Tooth decay is the most common chronic disease in children, causing them to miss more than 51 million school hours each year. Untreated cavities may lead to infections and problems with focusing in school. The Minnesota Dental Association recommends scheduling your child for a dental checkup during the beginning of the school year. The following […] Read More »

Herzing University and the Minnesota Dental Association (MDA), recently announced a statewide collaboration to provide greater access to educational opportunities and training resources for MDA member employees seeking to further their dental careers. Partnerships between educators and employer providers that deliver greater access to skilled dental care professionals can improve overall patient outcomes, especially across […] Read More »

Duluth, MN – The Minnesota Dental Association and the Minnesota Dental Foundation are proud to announce the upcoming Minnesota Mission of Mercy (MnMOM) event. This two-day free dental clinic will take place on June 7 and 8, 2024, at the Duluth Entertainment and Convention Center (DECC). The Mission of Mercy initiative aims to bring free […] Read More »

MINNEAPOLIS, MN – In an effort to strengthen dental education and improve access to dental care, the Minnesota Dental Association (MDA), in collaboration with the Minnesota Educators of Dental Assisting and the Minnesota Dental Hygiene Educators Association, have led the introduction of legislation seeking to appropriate state funds to dental academic institutions. This legislation aims […] Read More »

MINNEAPOLIS, MN – Minnesota dentists are offering free dental care for children in need on February 2 and 3, 2024. 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 – Dr. Rosalie Perpich was installed as president of the Minnesota Dental Association (MDA) for the 2023-2024 term at the Association’s annual House of Delegates meeting in Bloomington. Dr. Perpich spent six years in the Minnesota National Guard as a medic before becoming a dentist. She is a 1997 graduate of the University […] Read More »