Forensic Dentistry as a Tool for Identification
Journal: Austin Journal of Forensic Science and Criminology (Vol.2, No. 5)Publication Date: 2015-12-22
Authors : Singal K;
Page : 1-4
Keywords : Forensic dentistry; Age estimation; Sex determination; Mass disaster; DNA typing;
Abstract
Forensic dentistry or forensic odontology is the proper handling, examination and evaluation of dental evidence, which will be then presented in the interest of justice. The evidence that may be derived from teeth is the age (in children) and identification of the person to whom the teeth belong.
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