The Minnesota Dental Association (MDA) encourages patients to continue routine dental care during COVID-19, saying dentistry is essential health care and that appropriate patient protections are in place at clinics across the state. MINNEAPOLIS, MN –  On August 12, 2020, the American Dental Association (ADA) released a statement strongly disagreeing with the World Health Organization’s […] Read More »

Minnesota Dental Association is urging patients to reach out to their clinics to determine when and how to safely receive care or treatment. MINNEAPOLIS — Beginning May 11, 2020, Minnesota dental clinics may reopen and/or resume providing non-emergency dental procedures in accordance with Executive Order 20-51. The order allows dental clinics to resume many currently […] Read More »

A dental coalition is working to restore basic oral health benefits to help improve oral health among adults with low incomes. MINNEAPOLIS, MN – The Help Minnesota Smile Coalition — a partnership between the Minnesota Dental Association (MDA) and Dental Access Partners (Apple Tree Dental, Community Dental Care, and Hennepin Healthcare) — is advocating for […] Read More »

MINNEAPOLIS – New officers and trustees were elected at the Minnesota Dental Association’s annual House of Delegates meeting on September 13 in Duluth. The newly-elected 2019-2020 officers include: Dr. Stephen McDonnell as president; Dr. Jim Nickman as president-elect; Dr. Amber Cziok as first vice-president; and Dr. Tim Holland as second vice-president. Dr. Douglas Williams was elected […] Read More »

MINNEAPOLIS – Dr. Stephen McDonnell was installed as president of the Minnesota Dental Association (MDA) for the 2019-2020 term at the Association’s annual House of Delegates meeting in Duluth. Involved in organized dentistry throughout his career, Dr. McDonnell has served within numerous leadership positions. He’s served as a past president and past trustee of the […] Read More »

MINNEAPOLIS – 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 […] Read More »

MINNEAPOLIS – While a hot summer day might have you reaching for a fruit juice, the Minnesota Dental Association encourages parents and caregivers to be aware of sugar content in these thirst-quenching beverages and limit the amount given to children. Tooth decay is the most common chronic childhood disease in the United States. Oftentimes people […] Read More »

New materials raise awareness on dangers of opioids and reinforce guidelines for pain management MINNEAPOLIS – The Minnesota Dental Association (MDA) has published a new brochure on pain management and the dangers of opioid use. The patient brochure educates on the dangers of opioid use and offers information on opioid alternatives as well as storing […] Read More »

Tips for improving your oral health in 2019 MINNEAPOLIS – – The Minnesota Dental Association is urging all Minnesotans to make a resolution to improve their oral health in 2019. Eliminating bad habits, starting new good habits and prevention are all key to maintaining good oral health and avoiding the risk of gum disease and […] Read More »

Minnesota ranks nearly last for pediatric Medicaid dental rates MINNEAPOLIS – – The Minnesota Dental Association announced today a renewed campaign to grow support for raising Medicaid reimbursement rates for dental services in Minnesota. The state currently ranks 49th out of the 50 states in the nation for reimbursement rates of children needing dental care according to […] Read More »

New web app allows dentists and dental professionals to buy and sell dental practices, and post and apply for job opportunities. MINNEAPOLIS  – – March 14, 2018 – The Minnesota Dental Association (MDA) announced today the launch of Hesy-Re.com, a new web app for dentists and dental professionals looking for new opportunities. Hesy-Re.com, named after the […] Read More »

Tips for improving your oral health in 2018 MINNEAPOLIS  – – January 2, 2018 – The Minnesota Dental Association is urging all Minnesotan’s to make a resolution to improve their oral health in 2018. Eliminating bad habits, starting new good habits and prevention are all key to maintaining good oral health and avoiding the risk of gum […] Read More »

MINNEAPOLIS  – – The Minnesota Dental Association recently held its annual House of Delegates meeting Madden’s Resort in Brainerd where new officers were elected. The newly-elected 2017-2018 officers include: Dr. R. David Resch, as president; Dr. David Andersen as president-elect; Dr. Stephen McDonnell as first vice-president; Dr. Jim Nickman as second vice-president; and Dr. Kevin Dens as speaker […] Read More »

MINNEAPOLIS  – – The Minnesota Dental Association recently held its annual House of Delegates meeting at Madden’s Resort in Brainerd where R. David Resch, D.D.S. was elected as Association President. A graduate of Gustavus Adolphus College with degrees in chemistry and psychology, Dr. Resch went on to earn his D.D.S. degree in 1978 at the University of […] Read More »

Legislators & Governor considering increase in reimbursement rates to help improve dental access Saint Paul  – –  In a letter sent to the Minnesota Department of Human Services last week, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) notified the state that Minnesota children enrolled in Medicaid are receiving dental services at an unacceptably low rate, […] Read More »

Delta Dental of Minnesota Foundation Commits $2,000,000 to Fund Newly Created Dedicated to Minnesota Dentists Program (DMD) (Minneapolis, MN)  – –   Delta Dental of Minnesota Foundation, in collaboration with the Minnesota Dental Foundation, announces the launch of the Dedicated to Minnesota Dentists (DMD) Program: a competitive dental education loan repayment for service program for qualifying […] Read More »