title: Consent and the handicapped patient.
abstract: Changes in the care of handicapped people has resulted in them being more evenly distributed within the community. This increases the likelihood that they, or their carers, will seek treatment from general dental practitioners. It is, therefore, important to be aware of the regulations and forms involved in consent of a handicapped patient.
authors.affiliation: Department of Orthodontics and Dentistry for Children, UMDS, Guy's Hospital, London.
authors.forename: D M
authors.initials: DM
authors.lastname: Pool
mesh_terms: D032882:Comprehension; D032962:Consent Forms; D003730:Dental Care for Persons with Disabilities; D030881:Disclosure; D006801:Humans; D007258:Informed Consent; D033282:Parental Consent; D018570:Risk Assessment; D006113:United Kingdom