Radiographic analysis of forensic dentistry

Radiographic analysis of forensic dentistry

Objective: Age estimation is an important element in the forensic investigation, being one of the data primary sources to establish the identity of living people or unknown mortal remains. The methods used for this purpose are those based on individuals’ bones and teeth development. Since dental rad...

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Published in:Revista odonto ciência Vol. 31; no. 3; p. 131
Main Authors: Abreu, Thalita Queiroz, De Oliveira, Ana Emília Figueiredo, Ferreira, Elza Bernardes, Lopes, Mariana Figueiredo, Vieira, Maia Denise Regina Pontes
Format: Journal Article
Language:English
Published: Porto Alegre EDIPUCRS 31-12-2016
Subjects:
Age determination
Chronology
Decay
Dentistry
Documentation
Forensic odontology
Forensic science
Literature reviews
Radiography
Reviews
Teeth
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Summary:Objective: Age estimation is an important element in the forensic investigation, being one of the data primary sources to establish the identity of living people or unknown mortal remains. The methods used for this purpose are those based on individuals’ bones and teeth development. Since dental radiographs assume major role in the forensic context, this article aims to show, by means of literature review, the importance of dental radiographs as an aid in human identification process, particularly in the age estimation.Conclusion: The forensic dental examination contributes significantly to human identification, no matter if it is a living, in advanced decay, skeletonized or charred body. Therefore, it is important to raise awareness among dental professionals about the need to properly record and archive the information and data obtained during the daily clinical routine, since the greatest support for identification in forensic dentistry, mainly the individual’s age estimation, comes from clinical documentation produced daily by clinicians, especially dental radiographs.
ISSN:0102-9460
1980-6523
DOI:10.15448/1980-6523.2016.3.19714