Dental Health

Dental Health Information for Community Members

Why is Dental Health Important? 

Dental health is important because it impacts an individual's overall health. Maintaining good oral hygiene (e.g. brushing your teeth) and seeing a dental provider on a regular basis are key steps to ensure the prevention of cavities and the risk of other diseases. 

Need Help Finding a Dental Provider?

Finding a dental provider can be difficult. Below are a variety of resources to help you find a dental provider no matter what type of insurance you have, whether it is private or public insurance. Many of the following resources can be filtered by location, payment type, and area of specialty. 

• Help Me Connect
• Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Delta Dental
• HealthPartners
• Medica
• Minnesota Health Care Programs (MHCP): for individuals with fee-for-service coverage, or straight MA.
• UCare
• Local Dental Provider List

If you have looked through the resources provided above and still need additional assistance in finding a dental provider, please fill out our Dental Referral Form below. After you submit the form, a member of our public health team will be in contact with you. 

• Dental Referral Form