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By Andy Bodle
Here's how I finally rid myself of the white powder that had taken over my life: on my own, with a minimum of fuss. MORE
By Liam Delaney
A Long Island dentist was arrested Monday for working on a patient while intoxicated. MORE
A Colorado dentist may have infected multiple patients with HIV as a result of his addiction. MORE
Too many patients and too little time give ER doctors trouble deciding who needs meds and who just wants them. MORE
Dr. Anthony Monteleone drugged himself before getting his hands on patients' teeth. MORE
By Dirk Hanson
“Dentists write the third-most prescriptions for immediate release opioids in the United States.” MORE
Drugs and booze can wreak havoc on our teeth and gums, so it's no surprise that many former addicts continue to dodge their dentists long after they've achieved sobriety. Let's face it, few people love getting drilled, especally at 8 am. But here are a few reasons you need to brave up. MORE
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