To practice dentistry in the United States, dentists must obtain a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration and a Controlled Substances Registration (CSR). The DEA registration allows dentists to prescribe controlled substances, such as opioids, for legitimate medical purposes. The CSR allows dentists to order, receive, and dispense controlled substances from a DEA-registered distributor.
The DEA and CSR are important tools for dentists because they help to ensure that controlled substances are used safely and appropriately. By obtaining these registrations, dentists can help to prevent the diversion of controlled substances into the illicit market.
