Bite-marks in Child Abuse: A Pediatric Dentist's Perspective

Abstract

The scope of pediatric dentistry is immense, and the role of a pediatric dentist is pertinent in abuse detection in children. They must safeguard the protection of children. Bite mark injuries in children represent child abuse in the majority of cases. Early detection and reporting of such cases can have a lasting impact on the lives of many children. With an attempt to make pediatric dental professionals around the globe aware of the forensic aspect of the specialty, the article suggests the guidelines and protocols required to check and report child abuse.