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

Forensic Odontology: A Global Activity
Observation of a pattern mark or injury should be properly documented and presented to experts for analysis.
George A. Gould, DDS

Dental Reimbursement: Helping Victims Smile Again
Dental care made possible through compensation can help victims begin the healing process.
Catherine A. Close, JD

The Editor/
The New Reality
By Jack F. Conley, DDS

Impressions/
USC Oral Health Center Projects Fresh Concepts in Dental Design

Dr. Bob/
Frill-Free Dentistry … And Don’t Forget Your Own Bur
By Robert E. Horseman, DDS