Surface markings Bite marks barcoding

Palatal rugoscopy Engraved fixed and removable restorations

microchips

Lenticular card
The role of prosthodontics in the field of forensic dentistry can be discussed related to the
“unidentified victims/accused” in three ways.

(2) Edentulous (3) Edentulous without any

(1) Dentulous prosthesis

a) With marked prosthesis b) With unmarked prostheses

 PROSTHODONTICS : A LEVERAGE TO FORENSIC DENTISTRY/
GIVING AN EDGE TO FORENSIC DENTISTRY
PROSTHODONTICS AND FORENSIC ODONTOLOGY
INTRODUCTION Forensic identification based on the assessment of prosthodontic methodology is gaining significance, as labeling of dentures and other prosthetic
Forensic odontology is the branch of appliances could provide vital clues for patient identification. The Prosthodontist can contribute to forensic science in the following ways:
dentistry which deals with proper handling, 1. Comparative Dental Identification:
examination, and evaluation of dental This procedure of dental identification of a victim involves the matching or comparison of postmortem dental remains with antemortem dental
evidences in the interest of the justice system records.
as defined by “Keiser‑Nielson.” 2. Prosthesis labeling :
Forensic odontologists are routinely consulted Denture labeling has been well documented as a useful technique in the identification of the victims of fatal disasters as well as for the patients who
for assistance in legal and criminal problems suffer from mental disorders or psychiatric problems
and mainly comes in play when conventional
Denture labeling can be performed by two techniques:
methods for identification, such as visual
1. Surface modification technique: It involves writing, scribing on the polished or tissue surface of the denture post-fabrication with a waterproof
recognition and fingerprint analysis, appear to
marker or embossing initials of the patient on the master cast
be ineffective, as in cases of advanced
2. Inclusion technique: Involves the placement of metallic, nonmetallic labels or microchips during the denture processing stage. The patient’s name
decomposition or burnt bodies . Forensic
or identification number is incorporated in the denture permanently.
odontology is especially helpful in cases of
mass disasters or when facial recognition is
inconclusive, as the teeth are one of the
hardest substances in the human body, and
can withstand chemicals, fire, or other
substances that further the deterioration of the
human body.
Surface modification Incorporation of paper
ID Band Laser etch
technique strips
CONSTITUENTS OF FORENSIC
ODONTOLOGY

T-Bar labelled Denture Lenticular system Bar coding

RFID Tagging

Identification with the help of dentistry can have three different

applications:
a. Comparative identification that helps in comparing the
postmortem dental records with the antemortem records of an
individual.
b. To ascertain the search of an individual when the
antemortem records are not available and there are no possible
data referred to the identity of the subject. Cheiloscopy: an
Rugoscopy: study of Dental implant Photographic
c. Identification of victims following mass disasters or examination of lip
palatal rugae identification superimposition
catastrophes. prints