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Lindenhurst dentist accused of practicing while drunk

Lindenhurst dentist Robert Garelick was arrested Monday afternoon

Lindenhurst dentist Robert Garelick was arrested Monday afternoon after he was allegedly practicing drunk. He faces charges of second-degree reckless endangerment. Videojournalist: Jim Staubitser (Jan. 22, 2013) (January 22, 2013 5:41 PM)

A Lindenhurst dentist who allegedly drilled a patient's chipped tooth while intoxicated was caught minutes before, sipping vodka from a squeeze bottle in his office, according to court papers.

Robert B. Garelick, 57, was arrested in his office Monday afternoon after his staff called police. Responding officers determined he was drunk, authorities said.

His assistant of 11 years, Kimberly...

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