Addressing Intimate Partner Violence

By Merri L. Jones, RDH, MSDH, Elena Francisco, RDH, RDHAP, MS

Domestic violence remains a highly prevalent and preventable public health problem that affects millions of Americans.¹ Although many victims of domestic violence avoid seeking medical attention, they may keep routine and emergency dental appointments.^2,3 As such, oral health professionals should be prepared to provide support, address patient safety, document abuse, and offer resources to victims of domestic violence.⁴

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