Meth Mouth
Dental problems are common among drug users.  Many do not take care of their teeth on a regular basis and most do not see a dentist often. Dentists and dental hygienists are urged to become familiar with the symptoms and what precautions to take when treating an abuser.

National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion 2008 Synopses of State and Territorial Dental
Public Health Programs

The Oral Health of Children: A Portrait of States and the Nation-2005
Portraits are based on data from the National Survey of Children's Health; US Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resources and Services Administration, Maternal and Child Health Bureau.

South Dakota Dental Association
The mission of the South Dakota Dental Association is to promote the art and science of dentistry and the oral health of the public; educate the public on the benefits of quality preventive and restorative dentistry as provided by the entire dental health care team; and be of service to its members regarding practice health and their general welfare. The Web site is set up to provide information to the public and its professional members.

South Dakota Department of Health
The Oral Health Program coordinates programming to increase awareness of the importance of oral health and preventive care, foster community and statewide partnerships to promote oral health and improve access to dental care, and promote the use of innovative and cost effective approaches to oral health promotion and disease prevention.