Substance abuse education at the University of Maryland Dental School.

Abstract

The Baltimore College of Dental Surgery, Dental School, University of Maryland at Baltimore offers an extensive curriculum for the study of substance abuse, alcoholism, and other chemical dependencies. This article outlines the curriculum course hours and topics of study for both dentists and dental hygienists. The goal of the curriculum is for students to understand the disease process, intervention methods, treatment options, and other aspects of chemical dependence.