The Rise of Substance Abuse Screenings at the Dentist’s Office

By |2024-06-07T13:07:37-04:00June 13th, 2018|Articles, Drug Addiction, Drug and Alcohol Addiction|

During your next dental appointment, you may be asked about more than your brushing and flossing habits. A recent survey found that 77 percent of dentists now perform substance abuse screenings as part of routine exams. Why Are Dentists Are Worried About the Addiction Epidemic? Dentists may not be considered primary care providers, but dental [...]