A general review of bite-mark evidence

Area of Science:

• Forensic Odontology
• Criminalistics
• Dental Identification

Background:

• Bite mark analysis is a forensic technique utilized in criminal investigations.
• Forensic odontology applies dental evidence to legal investigations.
• This abstract reviews cases investigated by a forensic odontologist in Liverpool.

Observation:

• The study examines instances of rape and battery where bite marks were present.
• Evidence included bite marks on victims, perpetrators, or foodstuffs at crime scenes.
• Dental impressions were taken from suspects for comparison.

Findings:

• The author demonstrates the detection of violent crime perpetrators through bite mark comparison.
• Analysis of dental characteristics in bite marks links suspects to crimes.
• Successful identification was achieved in reviewed criminal cases.

Implications:

• Bite mark evidence serves as a crucial tool in forensic odontology for criminal identification.
• This method aids law enforcement in solving violent crimes.
• The findings underscore the value of dental evidence in the justice system.