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Dental Neglect.
Lora Spiller1, James Lukefahr1, Nancy Kellogg1
1Department of Pediatrics, Division of Child Abuse Pediatrics, University of Texas Health San Antonio, Center for Miracles, 315 N. San Saba Street, Suite 201, San Antonio, TX 78207 USA.
Journal of Child & Adolescent Trauma
|October 22, 2020
Summary
Dental neglect, a form of child maltreatment, can signal broader neglect. Early recognition and intervention by primary care providers are crucial for children
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Health
- Child Maltreatment
- Public Health
Background:
- Dental neglect is a significant indicator of general child neglect.
- Untreated dental disease has profound, lasting effects on a child's physical and psychological health.
- Primary care providers are essential in preventing dental neglect.
Observation:
- Recognizing the clinical signs of dental caries and dental trauma is vital for early detection.
- Diagnosing dental neglect requires assessing caregiver understanding and compliance with treatment recommendations.
- Identifying and addressing barriers to treatment compliance is a key step in management.
Findings:
- Dental neglect is a distinct form of child maltreatment.
- Caregiver non-compliance, after understanding the condition and treatment, is a diagnostic criterion.
- Addressing barriers to care is critical for effective intervention.
Implications:
- Healthcare professionals must be vigilant in identifying and reporting suspected dental neglect.
- Prompt reporting to child protective services is necessary when dental neglect is suspected.
- Integrated approaches involving primary care and social services can improve child welfare outcomes.
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