One often overlooked aspect of the opioid epidemic is the connection to dental treatments. In fact, dentists and oral surgeons write 12 percent of all opioid prescriptions, including approximately 45 percent of opioid prescriptions for adolescents. So, what should you do if you are prescribed an opioid? What questions should you ask your dentist? joining us with answers is Dr. Ted Wong, the chief dental officer at United Healthcare.
