Dakota Valley Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

04/10/2026

April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month — and early detection can save lives.

A visual oral cancer exam should be part of every adult's routine dental care and is typically performed during regular dental visits. Self-exams at home can also help you spot changes early.

Annual screenings are especially important if you:
• Use to***co or v**e
• Drink alcohol frequently
• Have HPV
• Have a family history of oral cancer
• Are age 40+

The good news? A screening takes just minutes but can make a lifetime of difference.

Join us for a free oral cancer screening:

📅 Date & Time
April 15 from 3:00 pm-5:00 pm at 155 28th St NE, Owatonna, MN 55060
April 15 from 2:00 pm-4:00 pm at 14101 Fairview Dr #440, Burnsville, MN 55337
April 16 from 3:00 pm-5:00 pm at 10440 185th St W #200, Lakeville, MN 55044

❓ Questions: Call our office with any questions regarding the screenings.
Owatonna: (888) 288-7806
Burnsville & Lakeville: (651) 452-6933

No appointment is required—simply walk in for a quick screening that could help detect signs of oral cancer early.

👉 Learn more here:
April 15 - Owatonna: https://www.facebook.com/share/18XN1uRm1t/
April 15 - Burnsville: https://www.facebook.com/share/1DoLQTYhzA/
April 16 - Lakeville: https://www.facebook.com/share/1843sL6beb/

04/02/2026

As part of Oral Cancer Awareness Month, we’re offering free oral cancer screenings in partnership with the Head & Neck Cancer Foundation.

Oral cancer screenings are quick, painless, and an important part of maintaining your oral health.

During your screening, we will visually examine the mouth and throat, feel the jaw and neck, and recommend further testing if needed. Most screenings take just 10 minutes and can help catch potential concerns early.

Knowing the signs and staying on top of regular exams can make a big difference for your health and peace of mind.

📅 Date & Time
April 15 from 3:00 pm-5:00 pm at 155 28th St NE, Owatonna, MN 55060
April 15 from 2:00 pm-4:00 pm at 14101 Fairview Dr #440, Burnsville, MN 55337
April 16 from 3:00 pm-5:00 pm at 10440 185th St W #200, Lakeville, MN 55044

❓ Questions: Call our office with any questions regarding the screenings.
Owatonna: (888) 288-7806
Burnsville & Lakeville: (651) 452-6933

No appointment is required—simply walk in for a quick screening that could help detect signs of oral cancer early.

👉 Learn more here:
April 15 - Owatonna: https://www.facebook.com/share/18XN1uRm1t/
April 15 - Burnsville: https://www.facebook.com/share/1DoLQTYhzA/
April 16 - Lakeville: https://www.facebook.com/share/1843sL6beb/

03/27/2026

Please join us in wishing a very happy birthday to Dr. Angie Rake! 🎉

Your dedication to patient care, passion for education, and commitment to advancing safe and responsible oral surgery make you an incredible leader and surgeon. We are grateful every day for the expertise, compassion, and positivity you bring to Dakota Valley Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Thank you for the impact you make on our patients, our team, and our community.

Wishing you a wonderful birthday and a year filled with continued success and happiness! 🎂

03/25/2026

Not all oral cancer symptoms are obvious, so knowing what to look for can make a life-saving difference.

Common early signs may include persistent mouth sores, red or white patches, lumps, or difficulty swallowing. If something doesn’t feel right and lasts more than two weeks, it’s important to get it checked.

In recognition of Oral Cancer Awareness Month, we are offering free oral cancer screenings to help support early detection and peace of mind.

📅 Date & Time
April 15 from 3:00 pm-5:00 pm at 155 28th St NE, Owatonna, MN 55060
April 15 from 2:00 pm-4:00 pm at 14101 Fairview Dr #440, Burnsville, MN 55337
April 16 from 3:00 pm-5:00 pm at 10440 185th St W #200, Lakeville, MN 55044

❓ Questions: Call our office with any questions regarding the screenings.
Owatonna: (888) 288-7806
Burnsville & Lakeville: (651) 452-6933

No appointment is required—simply walk in for a quick screening that could help detect signs of oral cancer early.

👉 Learn more here:
April 15 - Owatonna: https://www.facebook.com/share/18XN1uRm1t/
April 15 - Burnsville: https://www.facebook.com/share/1DoLQTYhzA/
April 16 - Lakeville: https://www.facebook.com/share/1843sL6beb/

Screenings are quick, simple, and could make all the difference. Help us spread awareness—early detection saves lives.

03/20/2026

🚨 Free Oral Cancer Screenings

In recognition of Oral Cancer Awareness Month, we are offering free oral cancer screenings in partnership with the Head & Neck Cancer Foundation.

Oral cancer can develop without obvious symptoms, which is why early detection is so important. A quick screening could make a life-saving difference.

📅 Date & Time
April 15 from 3:00 pm-5:00 pm at 155 28th St NE, Owatonna, MN 55060
April 15 from 2:00 pm-4:00 pm at 14101 Fairview Dr #440, Burnsville, MN 55337
April 16 from 3:00 pm-5:00 pm at 10440 185th St W #200, Lakeville, MN 55044

❓ Questions: Call our office with any questions regarding the screenings.
Owatonna: (888) 288-7806
Burnsville & Lakeville: (651) 452-6933

No appointment is required—simply walk in for a quick screening that could help detect signs of oral cancer early.

👉 Learn more here:
April 15 - Owatonna: https://www.facebook.com/share/18XN1uRm1t/
April 15 - Burnsville: https://www.facebook.com/share/1DoLQTYhzA/
April 16 - Lakeville: https://www.facebook.com/share/1843sL6beb/

Help us spread the word — early detection saves lives.

03/13/2026

Early detection can save lives.

We are proud to offer FREE oral cancer screenings in partnership with the Head and Neck Cancer Foundation in April for Oral Cancer Awareness Month.

📅 Date & Time
• April 15 from 3:00 pm-5:00 pm at 155 28th St NE, Owatonna, MN 55060
• April 15 from 2:00 pm-4:00 pm at 14101 Fairview Dr #440, Burnsville, MN 55337
• April 16 from 3:00 pm-5:00 pm at 10440 185th St W #200, Lakeville, MN 55044

❓ Questions: Call our office with any questions regarding the screenings.
Owatonna: (888) 288-7806
Burnsville & Lakeville: (651) 452-6933

No appointment is required—simply walk in for a quick screening that could help detect signs of oral cancer early.

👉 Learn more here:
• April 15 - Owatonna: https://www.facebook.com/share/18XN1uRm1t/
• April 15 - Burnsville: https://www.facebook.com/share/1DoLQTYhzA/
• April 16 - Lakeville: https://www.facebook.com/share/1843sL6beb/

Help us spread the word. Awareness and early detection make a difference.

03/11/2026

It’s a special day at Dakota Valley OMS—Happy Birthday to Dr. Indovina!🎉

Between surgeries, patient care, and leading our team, we’re glad we could squeeze in some birthday cake. Dr. Indovina’s skill, dedication, and positive attitude make him such an important part of our practice. Our team and patients are lucky to have him. Today we’re celebrating all the great work he does and the great person he is.

We hope your day is filled with cake, laughs, and maybe a little time away from the surgical schedule! 🎂 Help us wish him a fantastic birthday.

03/09/2026

🦷 WIN A SONICARE ELECTRIC TOOTHBRUSH! 🦷

We love helping our community keep their smiles healthy, so we’re giving away a brand-new Sonicare toothbrush to one lucky follower. Entering is easy: follow our page, like this post, and comment below tagging two friends who should join the fun.

For an extra chance to win, share this post and tag our page. The giveaway ends in one week and the winner will be randomly selected from all eligible entries. You must be following our page at the time the winner is drawn. The winner will be announced in the comments and contacted directly by our page.

03/04/2026

This week at Dakota Valley OMS, we’re celebrating Dental Assistants Recognition Week with so much gratitude in our hearts! 🦷✨

From March 1st through 7th, we honor the incredible work our dental assistants do day in and day out. Dental Assistants Recognition Week was created to acknowledge the versatile and multi-talented members of every dental team, and that’s exactly what we’re doing this week.

Our dental assistants are truly the “Superheroes behind the Smiles” — always ready with skill, compassion, and a kind word for every patient.
Whether they’re assisting chairside, educating patients, or keeping our day running smoothly, their dedication never goes unnoticed. We’re so thankful for the energy, care, and professionalism they bring to our practice.

To our amazing assistants: your hard work makes every appointment better, and every patient more comfortable.

Thank you for being a core part of our team and making smiles brighter — not just this week, but every week! 🌟

02/24/2026

Join us in wishing a very Happy Birthday to Dr. Cassandra Stacy! 🥳🥳

Her skill, precision, and genuine care for patients make her an invaluable part of our practice. She goes above and beyond to ensure every patient feels comfortable and confident in their care.

Dr. Stacy’s passion for oral surgery inspires our entire team. We hope her day is filled with the same joy she brings to others!

02/23/2026

At Dakota Valley OMS, we believe in advancing our specialty through education and dialogue.

Our own Dr. Angie Rake had the privilege of speaking at the UCSF 32nd International Symposium in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, addressing anesthetic considerations for geriatric patients and individuals with substance use disorders. These are conversations that matter for every office-based practice.

08/20/2025

🚧 Don’t let the dog-gone construction near our Lakeville office catch you by surprise! Those orange cones are everywhere — I tried to chase them, but they don’t fetch well. If you get delayed, just give us a quick call. I’ll be on cone patrol until you show up! 🐾

07/14/2025

"Great place and staff." says Debbie on Google

★★★★★ Great place and staff.

07/11/2025

Lakeville's Pan-O-Prog is one of our favorite community events, and we’re thrilled to be a proud sponsor again!

Dakota Valley Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery is sponsoring tonight’s live music on the Music Stage at Market Plaza. Come enjoy Self-Titled from 4–7 PM and Rhino from 8–10:30 PM. There’s no better way to spend a summer evening.

Be sure to visit us this weekend at the Boho Marketplace. You could win an electric toothbrush—just by stopping by!

06/18/2025

Dr. Ernie Pancakes and his pawsitively awesome assistants from Dakota Valley Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery just made a tail‑wagging donation to Bucks for Babe through KS95 - St. Paul / Minneapolis in support of The Bond Between Rescue! 🐾🐶❤️ We are in support of helping all furry friends finding their forever homes!

04/10/2025

"They were amazing, explained everything in detail. It took longer for my mouth to numb then it did to remove tooth. The Novocain wore off before I was home and I received some ice cream 😃" says Mitzi on Google

★★★★★ They were amazing, explained everything in detail. It took longer for my mouth to numb then it did to remove tooth. The Novocain wore off before I was home and I received some ice cream 😃

03/31/2025

"Excellent experience and would recommend Dakota to anyone looking for oral surgery services. The staff was very knowledgeable and friendly. Dr Scott Rake explained the procedure in easy terms to understand. The procedure to remove wisdom teeth took about 20 minutes and we spent less than 2 hours at the office. The recovery process was easy and had no issues. We had a follow up appointment to check my son’s mouth before.." says Eric on Google

★★★★★ Excellent experience and would recommend Dakota to anyone looking for oral surgery services. The staff was very knowledgeable and friendly. Dr Scott Rake explained the procedure in easy terms to understand. The procedure to remove wisdom teeth took about 20 minutes and we spent less ...

03/30/2025

"Great experience there are very caring team." says Dianne on Google

★★★★★ Great experience there are very caring team.

03/28/2025

"Fast, clear, low pain." says abe on Google

★★★★★ Fast, clear, low pain.

03/25/2025

"They handled everything with my tooth extraction very well. I highly recommend them." says Gregory on Google

★★★★★ They handled everything with my tooth extraction very well. I highly recommend them.

03/12/2025

"Had my wisdom teeth extracted. They were great at explaining what was going to be done and why. Also had super organized instructions on what medications to take and when to use the prescriptions after surgery." says Kate on Google

★★★★★ Had my wisdom teeth extracted. They were great at explaining what was going to be done and why. Also had super organized instructions on what medications to take and when to use the prescriptions after surgery.

03/11/2025

"Doc Stacy is amazing! I was super anxious about my procedure but she talked me through it. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!" says Mary on Google

★★★★★ Doc Stacy is amazing! I was super anxious about my procedure but she talked me through it. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!