May 2004

The May 2004 issue of the Journal of the California Dental Association covers domestic violence prevention and victim assistance.

Making a Difference

An introduction to the issue.
Kathleen A. Shanel-Hogan, DDS, MA; Jon Roth, MROD, CAE; and Marianne Balin, MPH

The Extraordinary Vulnerability of People with Disabilities: Guidelines for Oral Health Professionals

Knowing what, where, and how to report suspected cases is essential for every dental practice.
Paul Glassman, DDS, MA, MBA; Christine Miller, RDH, MHS, MA; Rick Ingraham; and Emily Woolford, BA

Culturally Competent Responses for Identifying and Responding to Domestic Violence in Dental Care Settings

Oral health providers can help victims through proper screening, support and identifying options.
Prepared by Vibhuti Mehra on behalf of the Family Violence Prevention Fund

No Place for a Smile: Domestic Violence

By asking a few well-placed questions, dentists can confirm the presence of domestic violence and set the stage for positive intervention.
Casey Gwinn, JD; George E. McClane, MD; Kathleen A. Shanel-Hogan, DDS, MA; and Gael B. Strack, JD