Forensic Dentistry

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What is the primary purpose of forensic dentistry in a criminal justice context?

The primary purpose of forensic dentistry is to identify human remains, particularly in cases when identifying information is scarce or nonexistent.

How do forensic dentists assist in identifying human remains?

Forensic dentists assist in identifying human remains by consulting dental records, using radiographs, ante- and post-mortem photographs, and DNA analysis.

What additional information can forensic dentists determine about unidentified human beings?

Forensic dentists can determine the age, race, occupation, previous dental history, and socioeconomic status of unidentified human beings.

What type of evidence may be analyzed by forensic dentists?

<p>Forensic dentists may analyze bite marks, whether left on the victim, the perpetrator, or on an object found at the crime scene.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one limitation or challenge in the application of forensic dentistry?

<p>One limitation or challenge in the application of forensic dentistry is the incomplete sentence at the end of the provided text.</p> Signup and view all the answers