Child Abuse: Recognition and Reporting - 9/16/25

This important and timely 2-hour webinar will help dental professionals understand their legal and ethical responsibilities when it comes to recognizing and reporting suspected cases of child abuse. Dr. James Frizzell will guide participants through real-world cases, providing clear instruction on how to distinguish between accidental and non-accidental injuries—both extra-orally and intra-orally. Attendees will also gain insight into RCDSO regulations, how to write effective reports, what to do if faced with a complaint, and how to identify patterned injuries.

Whether you’re new to the topic or in need of a refresher, this course offers practical, case-based learning designed to build your confidence and competence in this sensitive area of care.

If you are unable to attend live, don’t worry—all registrants will automatically receive a link to the webinar recording one business day after the event.

Learning Objectives:
1. How to recognize accidental versus non-accidental child injuries.
2. What to look for extra-orally and intra-orally.
3. How to identify a patterned injury.
4. How to write a report explaining your observations and reporting.

Details:
Two (2) hours of free Lecture CE credit will be provided including the evaluation and quiz
AGD Subject Code 155
No required prerequisites
This course is free, but you are required to register in advance

Your Instructor:
Dr. James Frizzell is a dentist in Niagara Falls, Ontario, with a DDS from the University of Toronto, and a background in forensic dentistry from McGill University. He owns and operates Frizzell Dental, where he provides general, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry. Beyond his private practice, Dr. Frizzell is also involved in forensic odontology, working with Surete du Quebec's forensic team on cases involving child abuse, elder abuse, and human trafficking. He is also a military veteran, having served eight years in the Canadian Armed Forces Dental Corps. He can be reached at jamesfrizzell983@gmail.com