title: What every dentist should know about opioids.
abstract: Prescription drug abuse is on the rise, causing detrimental health consequences and taking lives. Since dentists comprise a large percentage of opioid prescribers, they should be well educated on the uses and effects of opioids. This article discusses the consequences of long-term opioid use, how to identify signs of dependence, and how to prevent future abuse.
authors.forename: Lara M
authors.initials: LM
authors.lastname: Seidman
authors.forename: Patricia A
authors.initials: PA
authors.lastname: Tordik
authors.forename: Nasir
authors.initials: N
authors.lastname: Bashirelahi
mesh_terms: D000701:Analgesics, Opioid / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D003815:Dentists; D006801:Humans; D057970:Inappropriate Prescribing / Q000517:prevention & control; D009293:Opioid-Related Disorders / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000517:prevention & control; D009909:Oral Health; D063487:Prescription Drug Misuse / Q000517:prevention & control*
chemical_list: D000701:Analgesics, Opioid