
Breaking the Stigma: A Candid Conversation on Substance Use Disorders
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From the AAOMS podcast library, we explore the impact of substance use disorders on the dental profession and the critical need for destigmatization, featuring insights from two oral and maxillofacial surgeons, Dr. Rake and Dr. McNeill, who serve as state dental board regulators.
Learning Objectives
At the conclusion of this program, participants should be able to:
- Recognize the prevalence and impact of substance use disorders (SUDs) among dental professionals.
- Analyze the impact of stigma and misconceptions on help-seeking behavior.
- Identify available support systems and resources within a non-punitive lens towards wellness.
P. Angela Rake, DDS
Adjunct Associate Professor, Division Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
University of Minnesota School of Dentistry
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose
Robert McNeill, DDS, MD, MBA
OMS with The Dental Specialists
American Dental Association Dental Team Wellness Advisory Committee
Garland, Texas
Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose
An Internet-based CDE/CME Activity
Original Podcast Date: August 9, 2024
Estimated time to complete this educational activity: 0.5 hours
Method of participation: Self-Study

P. Angela Rake, DDS
Dr. Rake completed her dental training at the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry. She completed an oral and maxillofacial surgery internship at the Minneapolis Veterans Affairs Medical Center. She is a graduate of the oral and maxillofacial surgery advanced training program at the University of Minnesota.
In 2002, Dr. Rake joined Dakota Valley Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. She remains active as Adjunct Associate Professor in the Division of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry. She lectures on numerous topics locally and nationally. She has gained national attention for safe and responsible opioid prescribing and office-based anesthesia. She has been featured in The New York Times, Washington Post, NBC Universal and local media outlets.
She is a Diplomate of ABOMS and a member of the AAOMS, ADSA, ADA, Minnesota Dental Association and Minneapolis District Dental Society.
She is past President of the Minnesota Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Currently, she serves on the Clinical Governance Board with US Oral Surgery Management, a NIH-NIDAMED Contracted Panelist and an appointed member and President of the Minnesota Board of Dentistry.
Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose

Robert McNeill, DDS, MD
OMS with The Dental Speciaists
American Dental Association Dental Team Wellness Advisory Committee
Dr. Robert McNeill is an OMS board member with the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners, an examiner with the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, adjunct faculty with Texas A&M College of Dentistry, Member of the American Dental Association Dental Team Wellness Initiative and is an unlikely YouTuber/Podcaster with 'Between Two Teeth'. He was the co-host of the American Dental Association annual session in 2023. He is an OMS in a multi-specialty practice in Dallas, Texas with his YouTube co-host and periodontist Dr. Ganter.
Dr. McNeill has completed his fellowship in Integrative Medicine, is a former Senior Executive Fellow with the Harvard Kennedy School and obtained his MBA in healthcare management and leadership.
Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose
Continuing Education Provider Approval
The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider.
ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education.
ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry.
The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons designates this activity for 0.25 continuing education credit(s).
AGD - Accepted Program Provider
FAGD/MAGD Credit
11/1/22-12/31/26
Provider ID# 214680
The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons designates this internet-based enduring material for a maximum of 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
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