An activist group of dentists and hygienists is pushing the profession to use checkups to screen patients for signs of domestic abuse — and take action to help patients who may be vulnerable. “A lot ...

Dentists are more likely to encounter victims of domestic abuse in their practices during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to an article published on October 4 in BDJ In Practice. To be ready to help, ...

Is an elderly patient who is poorly dressed, has strong body odor and extremely poor oral hygiene, and is unwilling to speak in front of his or her caregiver sending you signals? Does the same hold ...

Dentists, like all health care professionals in Missouri, are required by law to report evidence of abuse or neglect of their young patients. Now, some dentists want to strengthen a program that ...

LOCKPORT, N.Y. (WKBW) — A pediatric dentist from Lockport is facing sex abuse charges involving a minor. Dr. Louis Surace, 57, is charged with first-degree sexual abuse, second-degree sexual abuse, ...

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- In just one month, more than 100 families have come forward with allegations against a Jacksonville dentist. Dr. Howard Schneider lost his license last month after allegations ...

The dentist is accused of not contacting police after learning of an abuse allegation involving a dental assistant, the ...

A Chandler dentist is accused of not reporting the abuse allegations against a dental assistant who pleaded guilty to sexual conduct with a minor.

Childhood is a time to enjoy life. But children can't do that when they are afraid or when they're in pain—and that happens far more often than you might realize. Each year, there are close to 3 ...

Some dentists and hygienists are pushing the profession to use checkups to screen patients for signs of domestic abuse — and take action to help victims. An activist group of dentists and hygienists ...