Domestic violence: Dentists play vital 'first responder' role for victims

By Jill Stark
Updated November 29 2015 - 9:08am, first published 12:15am
Research shows that women trying to escape a violent partner often want to be asked if they need help and dentists should not fear they will offend their patients by reaching out. Photo: Quentin Jones
Research shows that women trying to escape a violent partner often want to be asked if they need help and dentists should not fear they will offend their patients by reaching out. Photo: Quentin Jones

Dentists are acting as "first responders" to domestic violence victims, as experts call for increased training to help them support women in crisis.

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