Forensic odontology is a specialist branch of dentistry that assists the legal system in the appropriate
handling, analysis and interpretation of dental evidence. This book provides an introduction to the subject for the general dental practitioner who has an interest in forensic dentistry and is contemplating practising in the field. It will also be useful as a reference during practice.
After a brief introduction, the book covers dental anatomy and development, expert witness skills, mortuary practice, dental human identification, disaster victim identification, dental age assessment, bite marks, forensic photography, and the role of the forensic odontologist in protection of the vulnerable person. Chapters outline accepted and recommended practices and refer to particular methodologies, presenting different schools of thought objectively.
The book will be invaluable for those needing an introduction to the subject that has been written by a team of experts in their respective fields who understand the needs of the forensic odontologist and, most important, how these fields interact in practice.
• An accessible, essential introduction to forensic odontology.
• Written by a team of well-established, active practitioners in the field.
• Self-contained chapters for ease of use.
• Objective presentation of different methodologies.
--This text refers to the
hardcover edition.
Forensic odontology is a specialist branch of dentistry that assists the legal system in the appropriate
handling, analysis and interpretation of dental evidence. This book provides an introduction to the subject for the general dental practitioner who has an interest in forensic dentistry and is contemplating practising in the field. It will also be useful as a reference during practice.
After a brief introduction, the book covers dental anatomy and development, expert witness skills, mortuary practice, dental human identification, disaster victim identification, dental age assessment, bite marks, forensic photography, and the role of the forensic odontologist in protection of the vulnerable person. Chapters outline accepted and recommended practices and refer to particular methodologies, presenting different schools of thought objectively.
The book will be invaluable for those needing an introduction to the subject that has been written by a team of experts in their respective fields who understand the needs of the forensic odontologist and, most important, how these fields interact in practice.
- An accessible, essential introduction to forensic odontology.
- Written by a team of well-established, active practitioners in the field.
- Self-contained chapters for ease of use.
- Objective presentation of different methodologies.
--This text refers to the
hardcover edition.
About the Author
Catherine Adams Consultant in Forensic Odontology, UKDVI & Powys Teaching Health Board, UK
Romina Carabott Consultant and Senior Lecturer in Forensic Odontology, Director of expertFORENSICS Ltd, Cardiff, UK
Sam Evans Chief Clinical and Forensic Photographer, School of Dentistry, Cardiff University, UK
--This text refers to the
hardcover edition.
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