Citation

McAndrew M, Marin MZ. N. Y. State Dent. J. 2012; 78(1): 16-20.

Affiliation

New York University College of Dentistry, Department of Cariology and Comprehensive Care, New York, NY, USA. mm154@nyu.edu

Copyright

(Copyright © 2012, New York State Dental Association)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

22474792

Abstract

Dental professionals can play an important role in identifying and referring victims of domestic violence. Since most of the injuries sustained by victims occur in the head and neck region, dentists are uniquely positioned to help address this enormous public health issue. Unfortunately, dentists are the least likely of all health professionals to identify and refer victims of abuse. Much of this failure may be attributed to a lack of knowledge. This article provides an overview of the types and indicators of abuse, information about screening and interviewing victims, and referral resources.

Language: en