The Missouri Academy of Pediatric Dentistry is committed to promoting the oral health of children through public education, legislative efforts and education of health care providers. Our aims for Missouri’s infants, children, adolescents and those with special needs are better access to dental care, optimal oral health and a lifetime free from preventable dental disease and pain.
MoAPD Mission Statement
The Missouri Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (MoAPD) shall enhance the health of children from birth through adolescence and of persons beyond the age of adolescence who demonstrate mental, physical, and/or emotional problems by actively involving itself in the development and implementation of programs promoting the dental health of children.
The MoAPD shall be a networking resource for those interested in advancing their knowledge of dentistry for children by offering continuing education and mentoring help to all of its members.