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Good Oral Health Starts Even Before the First Tooth

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Delta Dental of Minnesota is one of the largest providers of dental benefits in the Upper Midwest, serving 7,500 Minnesota-based purchasing groups and 3.8 million members nationwide.

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Acidic Drinks & Oral Health with Dr. Eileen Crespo

Enamel (the outer covering of teeth) is the hardest substance in your body— it’s even harder than bone. Still, you should know that there is one thing that can erode enamel and that is acid. Many foods and beverages create an acidic environment in your mouth that can cause decay and erosion of enamel over time. Long term erosion leads to holes in your enamel, also known as cavities.




Wisdom Teeth 101 with Dr. Bruce Templeton

What are wisdom teeth, and what purpose do they serve? Is it safe to have them removed? Dr. Bruce Templeton answers common questions about wisdom teeth.




Baby Teeth, The building blocks to a health smiles with Dr. Nirmala Pradhu

Tooth decay is the single most common chronic childhood disease. To keep a child’s baby teeth healthy, the best approach is combining good homecare habits like diet and oral hygiene; professional care like preventive treatments and routine cleanings; and early education about oral health and water fluoridation. By using all of these important tools, children can have a happy AND healthy smile!



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Learn about current topics and trends in dentistry and the importance of oral health as it relates to overall health.


Here are some back-to-school tips and reminders for a healthy smile.

Preparing kids for the new school year

Here are some back-to-school tips and reminders for a healthy smile.

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August 27th, 2025


Learn how your oral microbiome impacts your dental and overall health.

What is a healthy oral microbiome?

Learn how your oral microbiome impacts your dental and overall health.

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August 18th, 2025


August 6th is National Fresh Breath Day, but you can use this guide to keep away bad breath all year round.

National Fresh Breath Day

August 6th is National Fresh Breath Day, but you can use this guide to keep away bad breath all year round.

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August 5th, 2025


A CPAP machine helps people obtain a deep sleep. Because of how it's used, it can have some impact on your oral health.

How using a CPAP machine affects your mouth

A CPAP machine helps people obtain a deep sleep. Because of how it's used, it can have some impact on your oral health.

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July 21st, 2025



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