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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.


October 3rd is World Smile Day and to celebrate, we want to share some great reasons to smile.

World Smile Day: What is the power of a smile?

October 3rd is World Smile Day and to celebrate, we want to share some great reasons to smile.

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October 3rd, 2025


Dental visits can be challenging for all children, but especially those with special needs. Still, with the right support and accommodations, all children can have a successful and positive experience.

Navigating dental visits for children with special needs

Dental visits can be challenging for all children, but especially those with special needs. Still, with the right support and accommodations, all children can have a successful and positive experience.

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September 19th, 2025


It's essential to visit your eye doctor regularly, even if you don't wear glasses or contact lenses. They screen for various eye conditions that might not immediately affect your vision but can lead to problems if not treated.

What is your eye doctor looking for?

It's essential to visit your eye doctor regularly, even if you don't wear glasses or contact lenses. They screen for various eye conditions that might not immediately affect your vision but can lead to problems if not treated.

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September 18th, 2025


How does biting your nails affect your teeth?

Nail biting and your oral health

How does biting your nails affect your teeth?

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September 8th, 2025



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