Role of Public Health Dentist in Disaster Management

Journal Title: Scholars Journal of Applied Medical Sciences - Year 2018, Vol 6, Issue 11

Abstract

Abstract: The occurrences of disasters have a significant impact on daily living of an individual. They not only hamper the economic development but also pose a threat for secondary infections. The dentists are trained in healthcare settings and with little formal training can play a significant role in disaster management. Along with the healthcare professionals; they can play important role in infection control and distribution of medicaments. The dentists have vast knowledge in forensic odontology and can play a vital role in victim identification. In the present review, the various roles played by a public health dentist in disaster management have been assessed.

Authors and Affiliations

Dr. Sandeep Kumar, Dr. Vivek Yadav, Dr. Uma Shankar Prasad Keshari

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Dr. Sandeep Kumar, Dr. Vivek Yadav, Dr. Uma Shankar Prasad Keshari (2018). Role of Public Health Dentist in Disaster Management. Scholars Journal of Applied Medical Sciences, 6(11), 4320-4322. https://europub.co.uk/articles/-A-479504