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11/13/2025
On this , we’re celebrating kindness in action! A huge thank-you to JM Murray for their generous donation of toothbrushes, helping us share smiles and support underserved communities across New York State. Together, we’re proving that small acts of kindness can make a big difference! 🦷✨
11/11/2025
This Veterans Day, help us give back to those who’ve given so much.
Across New York, more than 25 veterans are waiting to be matched with a dentist who can help restore their smiles and their confidence. You can make a difference by volunteering your time today!
💙 Join us in honoring our heroes with the gift of a healthy smile.
This comprehensive course provides dental professionals with the latest evidence-based guidance on preventing and controlling airborne infections in dental settings. Participants will learn how to integrate practical infection control strategies into daily practice to protect patients and staff alike. The course will cover topics such as aerosol-generating procedures, ventilation and air filtration standards, personal protective equipment (PPE) protocols, and effective patient management. Attendees will leave with the knowledge and tools needed to comply with current regulations and create a safer, more resilient dental environment.
(No code needed; discount automatically applied at checkout.)
New York State Dental Association
10/30/2025
Congratulations to all who participated in this event... we are especially proud our Trustee Chair, Dr. Maria Maranga, was part of this effort to assist veterans in need!
Dental professionals from around the country came together to assemble 500 health and comfort kids for underserved veterans.
10/29/2025
🦷 Prevention is powerful — at any age! Our Executive Director, Stacy McIlduff, received her HPV vaccine today at age 41 to help protect against HPV-related oral cancers. The HPV vaccine is recommended for adults up to age 45. Protect your smile and your health — talk to your provider today!
New York State HPV Coalition
10/28/2025
Today we’re extending our heartfelt thanks to the incredible sponsors who make our work possible! 💙 Your generosity helps us expand access to dental care, promote oral health education, and bring smiles to communities across New York State.
York State Dental Association
New York Dental Meetingcom
Insurance Company
🦷 Together, we’re proving that a healthy smile can change a life — and it all starts with support like yours. Thank you for helping us keep New York smiling!
A big heart. A bright smile. And a belief that everyone deserves access to dental care. 💙
This , we’re inviting YOU to join us as a Giving Toothday Ambassador — helping spread the word, inspire others, and make smiles possible across New York State.
No fundraising experience needed — just your passion and a few minutes to share why oral health matters. 🦷✨
PROUDLY SPONSORED BY:
New York State Dental Association
Greater New York Dental Meeting
ddsmatch.com
MLMIC Insurance Company
10/07/2025
🦷💙 Save the Date for ! 💙🦷
Mark your calendars — Tuesday, December 2, 2025 — and get ready to give smiles that last a lifetime!
Your support on helps the New York State Dental Foundation expand access to dental care for those who need it most. Together, we can make sure every New Yorker has a reason to smile. 😁
PROUDLY SPONSORED BY:
New York State Dental Association
Greater New York Dental Meeting
MLMIC Insurance Company
ddsmatch.com
10/03/2025
😊✨ Happy World Smile Day! ✨😊
A smile has the power to brighten a room, spark connection, and change lives. At the New York State Dental Foundation, we believe every New Yorker deserves the chance to share their healthiest smile. 💙
From expanding access to care for vulnerable populations to educating the next generation of dental professionals, your support helps make smiles possible.
Today, let’s celebrate the joy, confidence, and kindness that begins with a smile! 💫
10/03/2025
✨🦷 October is National Dental Hygiene Month! 🦷✨
This month, we celebrate the incredible dental hygienists who are on the front lines of oral health—educating patients, preventing disease, and keeping New Yorkers smiling bright. 💙
From the first tooth to the golden years, dental hygienists make a lasting impact on every smile they touch. Join us in thanking these dedicated professionals for their essential role in creating healthier communities! 🙌
Today is World Alzheimer’s Day — a reminder of the importance of compassionate, specialized care for individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease.
Register today for our on-demand course: “Dental Management of Patients with Alzheimer’s Disease” — designed to equip dental professionals with practical strategies, clinical insights, and communication tools to provide safe, effective, and empathetic care.
Let’s work together to make every smile accessible, no matter the diagnosis.
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The New York State Dental Foundation (NYSDF) is an American not-for-profit organization established in 1980. Based in Albany, NY, the New York State Dental Foundation is a leader in dental education and outreach programs for the public. NYSDF seeks to address the educational and humanitarian commitments of the New York State Dental Association.
Overview -
The New York State Dental Foundation, which was incorporated in 1980, was established to foster a statewide approach to the advancement of the art and science of dentistry and dental education and to improve the quality of dental care by:
Assisting dentists and their staffs to increase and advance their skills and knowledge.
Encouraging the establishment and support of student aid programs.
Making grants to appropriate agencies for purposes of research.
Making grants to dental schools or other organizations involved in the education of dentists.
Increasing the public's understanding of and access to dental services.
The New York State Dental Foundation is an ADA-CERP approved provider of continuing education, and the Foundation's executive director serves on the steering committee for the New York State Oral Health Coalition.
Outreach -
The New York State Dental Foundation remains committed to the advancement of the art and science of dentistry. The Foundation has published reports on the issuance of volunteer licensure and has created statewide programs to aid in the implementation of New York State's new dental health certificates law. The Foundation has worked with the assistance of a grant from the American Dental Association to recruit dentist who are willing to offer free or reduced dental assessments for children.
2006: Foundation hosts first annual Foundations of Excellence Awards.
2007: Foundation hosts historic program on diversity in the dental profession.
2008: Foundation screens nearly 600 children at the NYS Fair in August and hosts landmark summit on HIV and AIDS in October 2008.
2009: NYSDF awards Give Kids a Smile grants to six organizations in New York State. NYSDF plans to host an October 2009 Conference on Oral Pathology with an entire day dedicated to training dentists to offer rapid HIV testing in the dental chair.
2014: Foundation hosts first Mission of Mercy with over 500 patients treated and over 1,829 procedures performed.
