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Medical disclaimer

Medicine is an ever-changing science. As new research and clinical experience broaden our knowledge, changes in treatment and drug therapy are required.

The authors have checked with sources believed to be reliable in their efforts to provide information that is complete and generally in accord with the standards accepted at the time of publication.

However, in view of the possibility of human error or changes in medical sciences, neither the authors, nor the University Hospital of Copenhagen, nor IADT, nor any other party who has been involved in the preparation or publication/upload of this work warrants that the information contained herein is in every respect accurate or complete, and they are not responsible for any errors or omissions or for the results obtained from the use of such information.

Readers are encouraged to confirm the information contained herein with other sources.

Medical information obtained from our website is not intended as a substitute for professional care. If you have or suspect you have a problem, you should consult a dentist as soon as possible.

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The website is not designed for laypersons. The products, procedures, therapies etc. described on the website are only to be applied in environments specially designed and by medical professionals specially certified and trained for such procedures.

The information contained in the website is not intended to present the only or necessarily the best products, procedures or therapies etc.

No suggested test or procedure should be carried out unless, in your professional judgment, its risk is justified. Whoever applies products, procedures and therapies etc. shown or described on the website will do so at her/his own risk and are responsible for their compliance with all local laws, regulations and medical practice applicable. Because of rapid advances in the medical sciences, the Dental Trauma Guide as well as the University Hospital of Copenhagen recommends that independent verification of diagnosis, therapies, drugs, dosages and operation methods should be made before any action is taken.

Individuals with any type of medical condition are specifically cautioned to seek professional medical advice before beginning any sort of health treatment. For medical concerns, including decisions about medications and other treatments, users of the website should always consult their dentist and/or physician or other qualified healthcare professional.

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