Citation

Drouin RD. J. Dent. Que. 1991; 28: 473-477.

Vernacular Title

Les enfants abuses physiquement au Quebec. Quel est le role du dentiste?

Affiliation

Hôpital Sainte-Justine.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1991, Order of Dentists of Quebec)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

1819606

Abstract

The role that the dentist can play in screening for physically abused children is often underestimated. The importance of his young clientele and the fact that the oro-facial area is a primary site associated with child abuse, allows the dentist to intervene in these matters. This article gives a Quebec perspective of the situation. The main points in the Youth Protection Act are discussed and local statistics confirm the extent of the problem. The importance of a proper examination to assist in screening such cases and protocol on what procedures to follow is suggested.

Language: fr