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Bite mark analysis in child abuse.

V Dhar1, S Tandon

  • 1College of Dental Surgery, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, South Karnataka, India.

Journal of the Indian Society of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry
|January 15, 2000
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Bite mark analysis is a valuable forensic tool, particularly in child abuse cases. This study evaluated a simple pedodontic technique for assessing bite marks to improve suspect identification in dental investigations.

Area of Science:

  • Forensic Odontology
  • Dental Evidence Analysis

Background:

  • Bite mark analysis is a relatively new forensic science with significant applications in criminal investigations, including sex crimes, child abuse, and altercations.
  • Child abuse is a pervasive global issue affecting all demographics, necessitating effective identification methods.
  • The role of dental evidence in identifying perpetrators is crucial.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess bite marks in the context of criminal investigations.
  • To analyze the effectiveness of a specific, simple technique for bite mark analysis.
  • To evaluate the utility of pedodontic methods in forensic dentistry.

Main Methods:

  • A simple technique employed in the Department of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry was utilized.
  • Bite marks were assessed using this specific dental methodology.

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  • The study focused on the practical application of the technique in a clinical setting.

    • Main Results:

    • The study assessed the effectiveness of the pedodontic technique in analyzing bite marks.
    • Preliminary findings indicate the potential value of this simple method in forensic identification.
    • The technique's applicability in identifying suspects in various crime types was examined.

    Conclusions:

    • The evaluated pedodontic technique shows promise as a valuable tool in bite mark analysis.
    • This simple method can aid in the identification of suspects, particularly in cases of child abuse.
    • Further research is warranted to fully establish the technique's forensic reliability and scope.