Teeth can provide important information in a forensic investigation. A dental exam checks the teeth and gums and identifies characteristics like age, blood type, and signs of decay. Teeth are also classified by type such as incisors, canines, premolars and molars. A dental exam uses tools like mirrors, explorers and X-rays to inspect the gums, bite, tongue and teeth for issues like loose teeth, cavities and damage.

1. TEETH
EXAMINATION
Presented By:
Gauri Maske
Volunteer Of AFRS

2. CONTENTS
 Introduction
 What is tooth Examination?
 How may teeth be used in a forensic investigation?
 Types of Teeth
 Tool
 The Dental Examination

3. INTRODUCTION
Each individual tooth had specific
important function within the dentition.
Although each tooth is susceptible to
variety of diseases.

4. WHAT IS TOOTH EXAMINATION ?
A dental exam is a check up of your teeth
and gums.

5.  How may teeth be used in a forensic investigation ?
Teeth thus obtained may be useful in age estimation
of the deceased victim or in determining his blood
group.
 What is dental Analysis ?
Forensic Odontology is proper handling,
examination and evaluation of dental evidence,
which will be presented in the interest of justice.

6. Types of Teeth
• Incisors
• Canine
• Premolar
• Molar

7. Tool
Basics Tools
Light Source Mirror
Sharp Explorer Air Syringe

8. The Dental Examination
 Examining the Gums
 Looking for signs of gum disease
 Checking for loose teeth
 Examining your tongue
 Checking your bite
 Looking for visual evidence of tooth decay
 Checking for broken teeth
 Checking for broken teeth
 Checking for damage fillings
 Looking for changes in the gums covering teeth
 Evaluating any dental appliance you have
 Checking the contact between your teeth
 Taking X-rays

9. THANK YOU