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Forensic Odontology. CSI UMMC. Applications. Bite mark analysis Identification Dental malpractice. Training . Dental training Licensed dentist Special classes and seminars Forensic Odontology certification from American Academy of Forensic Science. Human Identification.
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Forensic Odontology CSI UMMC
Applications • Bite mark analysis • Identification • Dental malpractice
Training • Dental training • Licensed dentist • Special classes and seminars • Forensic Odontology certification from American Academy of Forensic Science
Human Identification • Comparison of antemortem data with postmortem data • Presumptive vs. positive identification
Positive identification • Dental record comparison • DNA • Fingerprints • Radiological
Dental Anatomy • Primary (deciduous set) – 20 teeth • Secondary (permanent set) – 32 teeth
Divisions of Teeth • Maxillary set • RU quadrant • LU quadrant • Mandibular set • RL quadrant • LL quadrant
Classification • Incisors • Central and lateral • Canines • Premolars (bicuspids) • First and second • Molars • First, second and third
Dental Charts and X-rays • Using a pre mortem x-ray and a dental chart any major construction is marked on the dental chart • Using a post mortem x-ray and a dental chart features are also marked • Comparative overlays of teeth angles and separations are also used to positively identify decedents
Bite Marks • Often there are bite marks that can be used to identify perpetrators • Photographic study and image enhancement with comparative study may exclude or positively identify a suspect • Most often seen in rape, murder, child abuse and spousal abuse
Activity • Look at dental x- rays and mark major features on the dental chart provided • Look for • Cavities • Fillings • Bridgework • Missing teeth