TY  - JOUR
PY  - 2010//
TI  - Role of a dentist in discrimination of abuse from accident
JO  - Journal of forensic dental sciences
A1  - Sujatha, G.
A1  - Sivakumar, G.
A1  - Saraswathi, T. R.
SP  - 2
EP  - 4
VL  - 2
IS  - 1
N2  - Most physical injuries resulting from abuse or violence are found on the head and neck areas that are clearly visible to the dental team during examination. Given that dental professionals routinely assess the head, face, and neck of patients, they are in a unique position to identify the signs of abuse and neglect. Involvement of a dentist in the protection team may be beneficial and can lead to early intervention. This article brings to light the importance of questioning and physical examination and the role of a dentist in identifying abuse, assault, and accident.<p />  <p>Language: en</p>
LA  - en
SN  - 0975-1475
UR  - http://dx.doi.org/10.4103/0974-2948.71049
ID  - ref1
ER  -