Scope of forensic dentistry

Question 1

The initial goal of the forensic dentist is to obtain a set of post-mortem photographs, radiographs and accurate dental charting on the unidentified person

Answer 1

DENTAL IDENTIFICATION

Question 2

Develops when the number of fatalities in the incident exceeds the number the medical examiner or coroners facilities were designed to handle

Answer 2

MULTIPLE FATALITY INCIDENT MANAGEMENT

Question 3

The most complex and controversial area of forensic odontology

Answer 3

BITEMARK EVIDENCE COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS

Question 4

Identification and reporting of abuse is a complex and emotional area.

Answer 4

ABUSE

Question 5

The methods of __________ estimation using teeth include analyzing tooth development and eruption studying tooth degradation and measuring biochemical and trace element changes in dental structures

Answer 5

AGE ESTIMATION

Question 6

Forensic odonatologists, forensic dentist and dentists may be called to provide an opinion in standard of care, personal injury, dental fraud, or other civil cases.

Answer 6

EXPERT TESTIMONY IN CRIMINAL AND CIVIL LITIGATION