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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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Celebrating the holidays often involves savoring a warm cup of hot chocolate or raising a toast on New Year's Eve. Here is some information to help you protect your teeth while enjoying a fun drink.

Holiday beverages and your teeth

Celebrating the holidays often involves savoring a warm cup of hot chocolate or raising a toast on New Year's Eve. Here is some information to help you protect your teeth while enjoying a fun drink.

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December 22nd, 2025


TMJ pain can be managed and dealt with in a variety of ways, and your dentist can help you to find the best solution for you.

TMJ disorders – managing the symptoms

TMJ pain can be managed and dealt with in a variety of ways, and your dentist can help you to find the best solution for you.

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December 17th, 2025


Learn why you should take your oral health seriously. It has a big impact on your overall health and well being.

Why your oral health matters

Learn why you should take your oral health seriously. It has a big impact on your overall health and well being.

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December 5th, 2025


Is faster toothbrushing or a differently shaped brush better for getting your teeth clean? Let's take a look at these toothbrush options and whether or not they are effective.

Is speed toothbrushing the future?

Is faster toothbrushing or a differently shaped brush better for getting your teeth clean? Let's take a look at these toothbrush options and whether or not they are effective.

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November 20th, 2025



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