Minneapolis District Dental Society

09/23/2026

The MDDS Dinner and CE Cruise is underway!

Tonight, MDDS members and colleagues are gathering aboard the Minneapolis Queen for an evening on the Mississippi River filled with great conversation, dinner, networking, and CE credit.

Dr. Paul Buck of OMS Specialists is sharing an informative program on “Medical Emergencies.”

A beautiful evening to connect with friends and colleagues in dentistry!

09/15/2026

MDDS Dinner Cruise on the Mississippi River

Join us Tuesday, September 22 for an evening of CE, networking, and connection with MDDS colleagues and leaders aboard the Minneapolis Queen.

Date: Tuesday, September 22, 2026
Time: 6:00–9:00 PM (Boarding at 5:45 PM)
Location (NEW): 2150 W. River Pkwy, Minneapolis, MN 55454
Cost: $40 Members | $75 Non-Members

CE: 1 credit

Enjoy dinner, beverages, and the CE program "Medical Emergencies," presented by Dr. Paul Buck of OMS Specialists.

The Minnesota Dental Association is a statewide professional membership organization representing Minnesota-licensed dentists and dental students.

08/18/2026

MDDS Dinner Cruise & CE on the Mississippi River--September 22, 2026

Experience the charm of the Mississippi River on the MDDS Dinner Cruise—an evening of CE, networking, and connection with MDDS colleagues and leaders!

Reserve your spot today!

The Minnesota Dental Association is a statewide professional membership organization representing Minnesota-licensed dentists and dental students.

08/14/2026

That’s a wrap on the Annual MDDS Trap Shoot!

The traps are down, the guns are put away, and it’s safe to say everyone had a great time! A beautiful day, plenty of friendly competition, and lots of laughs with great friends and colleagues.

Thanks to everyone who came out and made this year’s Trap Shoot another great MDDS tradition!

08/14/2026

We’re all set!

MDDS is ready to welcome everyone to the 98th Annual MDDS Trap Shoot!

The course is set, the targets are ready, and we’re looking forward to a great day of friendly competition, camaraderie, and fun!

Thanks to everyone joining us—we’ll see you out there!

06/19/2026

2026 Trap Shoot!
Join Us for the 98th Annual MDDS Trap Shoot!

Whether you've never held a sh***un or you could give Annie Oakley a run for her money, the MDDS Trap Shoot is the perfect day away from the clinic. Shoot clay targets, share laughs, and reconnect with colleagues in a relaxed, outdoor setting — then wind down over a BBQ dinner and a cold drink.

Where: Metro Gun Club, Blaine, MN
When: Friday, August 14, 2026, 10:00 a.m.

All participating dentists, students, and guests are eligible for trophies, awarded during the Social & Awards Dinner at 5:00 p.m.

Register today!

04/02/2026

MDDS' Bring the Team Event!
Defense Against the Dark Arts
Protection from the Evils of the Internet

Join us on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, for a fun, engaging (and practical!) cybersecurity session designed specifically for dental teams.

In this interactive session, you’ll learn:
✔️ How hackers use social engineering to trick you
✔️ Better password management (ditch the sticky notes!)
✔️ Simple ways to protect your phone and devices
✔️ Real-world examples—and easy behavior changes that make a big difference

Speaker: Steven McEvoy
IT professional with 20+ years of experience supporting dental practices nationwide and former Chair of the AAO Committee on Information Technology.

Location: Boardwalk Kitchen & Bar

Bring your team, your questions, and your curiosity—this is one session you won’t want to miss.

https://www.mndental.org/mddsbringtheteamevent/

The Minnesota Dental Association is a statewide professional membership organization representing Minnesota-licensed dentists and dental students.

01/30/2026

The MDDS Midwinter Meeting is in full swing!

We’re thrilled to have Eric Vickery here sharing “Systems to Success,” four hours of practical CE you can put to work in your practice right away — and this year it’s ADA CERP Certified!

Attendees are also enjoying our Exhibit Hall with over 38 awesome vendors showcasing the latest in dental tech, products, and services. Great learning, great connections, and lots of fun today at the MDDS Midwinter!

01/08/2026

Have you registered yet?

MDDS Midwinter Meeting – Friday, January 30, 2026

Join us at the Minneapolis Marriott in Minnetonka for “Systems of Success” with Eric Vickery and discover how to streamline your systems, boost team confidence, and elevate patient experience.

Engaging discussions, live role-playing, and team breakouts will give you practical tools you can put into action immediately.

PLUS — explore our Exhibit Hall, where top vendors will showcase the latest products, services, and innovations to help your practice thrive.

Register today and bring your whole team!

NEW for 2026: MDDS' Midwinter Meeting is now ADA CERP Recognized!

The Minnesota Dental Association is a statewide professional membership organization representing Minnesota-licensed dentists and dental students.

11/07/2025

It’s happening now! C***r & CE: 2025 Personalized Dentistry Through AI with Dr. Bryan Laskin

An awesome evening of learning, and c***r! We’re exploring how AI is shaping the future of personalized dentistry — and having a great time connecting with colleagues along the way.