Pooja Chakrabarty
Child Abuse and Neglect is a global issue. A dental practioner has an important role when it comes to diagnosis and reporting of CAN. Majority of injuries in a child, is encountered in the oro facial region, making it important for the dentist to look through the abnormality and trace the origin of the injuries. All a dentist needs is proper training and awareness regarding the issue. If a child can be helped at the earliest stage, it can surely be of great contribution towards their life as well as the society.