Dental Evidence in Crime Scene: A Forensic Odontologist's Perspective
Offered By: Forensic 365 via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the critical role of dental evidence in crime scene investigations through this 55-minute lecture by Dr. Jayasankar P. Pillai, a forensic odontologist. Delve into the field of forensic odontology, learning how teeth and oral structures are used for identification in legal scenarios and disaster victim identification (DVI). Discover why dental structures, as the hardest and most protected body parts, are crucial in identifying human remains from mass incidents such as terrorist attacks, accidents, and natural disasters. Understand the principle that no two oral cavities are alike, making teeth unique to each individual and invaluable in forensic investigations.
Syllabus
Dental Evidence in Crime Scene: A Forensic Odontologist's Perspective | Dr. Jayasankar P. Pillai
Taught by
Forensic 365
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