Journal de médecine légale

The Significance of Bite Marks in Forensic Investigations: A Dental Perspective

Abstract

Meundi Schumann

Forensic odontology, the application of dental knowledge to legal matters, plays a crucial role in solving crimes and identifying individuals. Among the various aspects of forensic odontology, bite mark analysis stands out as a unique and challenging field. This article explores the significance of bite marks in forensic investigations from a dental perspective, examining the methods used in bite mark analysis, the challenges faced by forensic odontologists and the importance of dental evidence in the criminal justice system. Dental evidence, including bite mark analysis, has proven instrumental in solving crimes and securing convictions. The uniqueness of dental features allows forensic odontologists to establish individualized matches, linking suspects to crime scenes. This evidence can be particularly valuable in cases where other forms of evidence may be scarce or inconclusive.