Top tips for child protection for the GDP

Harris, C. and Welbury, R. (2013) Top tips for child protection for the GDP. Dental Update, 40(6), pp. 438-440. (PMID:23971341)

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Abstract

Knowledge of child protection is essential in everyday practice for the whole dental team as they are well placed to take part in the shared responsibility of protecting children. Physical abuse, neglect, sexual abuse and emotional abuse may all present to the dental team in various ways. This article aims to provide some top tips for general dental practitioners who have concerns regarding possible child abuse/neglect and remind them of what observations to make and what questions to ask themselves when they are concerned about a child’s welfare.

Item Type:Articles
Status:Published
Refereed:No
Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID:Welbury, Professor Richard and Park, Dr Christine
Authors: Harris, C., and Welbury, R.
College/School:College of Medical Veterinary and Life Sciences > School of Medicine, Dentistry & Nursing > Dental School
Journal Name:Dental Update
Publisher:George Warman Publications (UK) Ltd.
ISSN:0305-5000

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