Manual of Forensic Odontology

Manual of Forensic Odontology
Author: Andzrej Huczynski
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 438
Release: 2017-11-15
Genre: Law
ISBN: 1466500573

The most exhaustive book on forensic dentistry, the fourth edition of this volume covers the latest advances in the field, including regulations affecting forensic dental practice and procedures in light of the Health Insurance Portability and Accessibility Act, updated ABFO guidelines, and new digital radiographic and photographic developments. Th

Manual of Forensic Odontology, Fifth Edition

Manual of Forensic Odontology, Fifth Edition
Author: David R. Senn
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 465
Release: 2013-04-25
Genre: Law
ISBN: 1482209276

Advances in forensic odontology have led to improvements in dental identification for individual cases as well as in disaster victim identification (DVI). New and updated technologies mean advances in bitemark analysis and age estimation. Growth in the field has strengthened missing persons’ networks leading to more and faster identifications of unidentified individuals. A product of the American Society of Forensic Odontology, the Manual of Forensic Odontology, Fifth Edition provides comprehensive and up-to-date information involving all facets of forensic dentistry and explores critical issues relating to the scientific principles supporting the field’s evaluations and conclusions. New information in the Fifth Edition includes Scientific principles and the need for more and better research in the field Oral and maxillofacial radiographic features of forensic interest Forensic pathology and its ties to forensic odontology New techniques and improved technologies for age estimation Advances in bitemark evidence management Animal bitemarks National and international forensic dental organizations Tips for becoming involved in forensic odontology The manual has been an important source of forensic dentistry information for more than 20 years. This new edition is edited by a past president of the American Board of Forensic Odontology and a past Chair of the Odontology Section of the American Academy of Forensic Sciences. Expanded and enhanced with extensive color illustrations, this volume is designed to provide essential information based on sound scientific principles for experienced forensic odontologists and for those new to the discipline.

Manual of Forensic Odontology, Fourth Edition

Manual of Forensic Odontology, Fourth Edition
Author: Edward E. Herschaft
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages:
Release: 2017-09
Genre:
ISBN: 9781138426795

The most exhaustive book on forensic dentistry, the fourth edition of this volume covers the latest advances in the field, including regulations affecting forensic dental practice and procedures in light of the Health Insurance Portability and Accessibility Act, updated ABFO guidelines, and new digital radiographic and photographic developments. The book also discusses computer-assisted record management, multiple fatality incident preparedness, and Disaster Mortuary Operation Response Team in a post-9/11, tsunami, and Hurricane Katrina world.

Forensic Odontology

Forensic Odontology
Author: Thomas J. David
Publisher: Academic Press
Total Pages: 340
Release: 2018-01-02
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 0128052856

Forensic Odontology: Principles and Practice details the aspects necessary to become an accomplished forensic odontologist, including an illustration of the skills necessary to become an expert witness. The book is ideal for both the experienced and novice forensic odontologist, covering many fields of expertise, including civil and criminal matters. The civil side involves standard of care and personal injury matters, while the criminal side involves not only dental identification, but management of mass fatality incidents, age assessment, child and elder abuse, and bitemark analysis. Provides a comprehensive review of forensic odontology, including the skills necessary to become a competent expert witness Covers the fields of forensic odontology, the basic skills, legal aspects, legal precedents, report writing and expert witness testimony Includes numerous illustrations, including charts and graphs, along with B&W and color images

Bitemark Evidence

Bitemark Evidence
Author: Robert B.J. Dorion
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 658
Release: 2011-03-16
Genre: Law
ISBN: 1439818630

Experts in the field of bitemark evidence confront complexities ranging from the identification and collection of evidence, to microscopic analysis, to legal implications and courtroom admissibility. Now in its second edition, Bitemark Evidence reflects the knowledge, training, experience, opinions, and research of 27 authors from around the world

Dental Autopsy

Dental Autopsy
Author: William E. Silver
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 342
Release: 2009-06-23
Genre: Law
ISBN: 1040082793

The most advanced and complete forensic dentistry resource of its kind, this volume provides essential guidance in all areas of forensics odontologly. It supplies medical examiners and forensic investigators with the detailed information needed to perform their work with the highest level of authority in the dental autopsy lab, the field, and the c

Knight's Forensic Pathology Fourth Edition

Knight's Forensic Pathology Fourth Edition
Author: Pekka Saukko
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 673
Release: 2013-12-27
Genre: Law
ISBN: 0340760443

The fourth edition of this definitive international postgraduate textbook for forensic pathologists covers all aspects of the medico-legal autopsy, including the cause and time of death, interpretation of wounds, and every other facet of the investigation of a fatality. It emphasizes the practical application of knowledge, research findings, and the value of observation over received wisdom. Bernard Knight's continuing role as overall editor ensures that the book's often praised readability has been maintained.

Forensic Anthropology Laboratory Manual

Forensic Anthropology Laboratory Manual
Author: Steven N. Byers
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Total Pages: 266
Release: 2024-11-11
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1040113036

This manual provides students in academic laboratory courses with hands-on experience in the major processes of forensic anthropology. Designed to accompany the textbook Introduction to Forensic Anthropology, sixth edition, the manual introduces core procedures and protocol, with exercise worksheets to reinforce the methodologies of forensic anthropology and enhance student comprehension. For the fifth edition, the manual has been updated in line with the textbook, incorporating new methods, figures, and worksheets. Each chapter contains explanations of the terminology, osteological features, and measurements needed to understand each of the topics. New for this edition, in many chapters students will find the incorporation of QR codes to give them immediate access to relevant video or website content to assist with the task at hand. In addition, in an attempt to create an inclusive learning environment, the authors have included online resources for most chapters that can be used in place of skeletons or other classroom resources so that all students can utilize the lab manual regardless of their classroom setup. Chapters may be covered in one session or multiple sessions and include lists of both basic and optional lab materials, enabling instructors to tailor each lab to the resources they have available.

Forensic Dentistry

Forensic Dentistry
Author: David R. Senn
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 472
Release: 2010-01-25
Genre: Law
ISBN: 1420078372

The identification of unknown individuals and the estimation of age, race, and gender are among the chief functions of forensic dentistry. Other important applications include the investigation and analysis of bitemarks and oral injuries in abuse cases and evaluating, reporting, and testifying in civil litigation cases. Twelve years after the benchmark first edition of this book explored these topics, the long-awaited Forensic Dentistry, Second Edition offers a comprehensive update and revision of the material. Offering insight from many new contributors on the cutting edge of forensic science and odontology, this new edition expands the book’s scope to include a broader historical and theoretical analysis, a thorough assessment of the past decade’s developments, and a far-reaching projection of future trends. New topics in the second edition include: Forensic dental radiography Age estimation Jurisprudence and legal issues History of forensic dentistry Landmark cases, including September 11th and Hurricane Katrina In order for forensic odontology to continue to progress as a specialty of forensic science, there must be a consistent stream of new ideas and original and applied research. Heavily illustrated and enhanced with a 16-page color insert with additional photos, this volume captures the critical issues that confront today’s forensic dentist, explores the field’s limitations, and provides a window on the future of this crucial sector within the forensic identification science arena.

The Manual of Dental Assisting

The Manual of Dental Assisting
Author: Dental Assistants' Association of Australia
Publisher: Elsevier Australia
Total Pages: 420
Release: 2005
Genre: Dental assistants
ISBN: 9780729537377

A reference manual catering for all aspects of dental assisting; it supports and is aligned to important Australian government standards including the National Competency Standards part of the recently endorsed Health Training Package.