Safe Prescribing

Opioids

• Statement on Safe Prescribing and the use of Opioids in Dental Settings - Minnesota Board of Dentistry Guidance 
• Dose of Reality Initiative – Resources for Providers 
• Fast Tracker - Treatment and Resources for Patients and Caregivers on Substance Use and Mental Health 
• Health Professional Services Program - Monitoring, Reporting and Resources for Licensees with Physical, Substance Use, Mental Health needs
• Navigating Sobriety in the Dental Profession

Non-Pharmacological Management of Pain 

• Acupuncture Resources 

Flip the Script

A new education campaign developed by the Department of Human Services 

Prescription Monitoring Program

Check Patient Prescribing History, Monitor Activity on DEA Number, Prescriber Alerts 

• Minnesota Prescription Monitoring Program

Antibiotic Resistance

• Minnesota One Health Antibiotic Resistance and Stewardship for Minnesota’s Dental Professionals
• Antibiotic Pre-Medication for Dental Procedures
• ADA: Antibiotic prescribing by general dentists in the United States
• Appropriate Use Criteria: Management of Patients with Orthopaedic Implants Undergoing Dental Procedures

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