title: Secrets and lies: alcohol and drug addiction in dentistry.
abstract: Dentists, like other health professionals, are at risk for the development of substance abuse disorders. Recent advances contribute to a deeper understanding of the disease nature of these disorders; signs and symptoms as evidenced in dental practice are discussed, along with support resources.
authors.forename: L
authors.initials: L
authors.lastname: Kittelson
mesh_terms: D000437:Alcoholism; D008192:Deception; D003815:Dentists; D006801:Humans; D011363:Professional Impairment; D012944:Social Support; D019966:Substance-Related Disorders / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000517:prevention & control; D014481:United States