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Dental Neglect

The purpose of this research is dental neglect, as a form of child neglect. First, the term child neglect is statutorily defined, followed by a brief discussion of why child neglect occurs and recommended action in the reporting of child neglect cases. The final discussion addresses when a duty exists to intervene under the Child Protection laws.

In the United States today, legal limitations are being established in numerous areas with few exceptions. One exception to restrictive liability is the area of child abuse and neglect. In the area of child abuse and neglect the scope of liability continues to grow. Courts nationwide are accepting no excuses for child abuse and neglect.1 In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court of Wisconsin declared that intent is irrelevant in child abuse and neglect cases.2 A California court concurred with the Wisconsin decision and further declared that the influence of drugs cannot be cited as defense, nor can voluntary intoxication be cited as defense, nor can mental illness be cited as defense.3 Since this research addresses only child neglect, child abuse and child neglect must be differentiated. Child abuse pertains to physical, sexual, and emotional maltreatment of children. Abuse is considered a commission, intent or excessive punishment, or sexual activity with the child so that such action leads to harm or a threat of harm to the child.4 Child abuse is outside the realm of this discussion, which focuses on neglect.

Neglect is failure to provide the basic needs of the child. Basic needs include food, clothing, and shelter and are ensured through reform of income support programs such as public assistance, child support, and food stamps. Thus, child neglect has been subdivided to refer to general neglect, medical neglect, and unhealthy living conditions.5 The scope of this research addresses only medical neglect of children's needs, which also includes dental neglect.

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