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Forensic Dentistry- Vol.2 Dental Tech Ch.10
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09/12/2007

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Term
Forensic Densitry is defined as?
Definition
The branch of forensic medcine that applies dental knowledge to civil and criminal problems.
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Areas of Forensic Dentristry?
Definition
1. Dental identification.
2. Bite mark analysis.
3. Human abuse and neglect.
4. Dental Malpractice and Negligence. 5.Dental Anthropology and Archaeology.
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What is the purpose of Forensic Densistry?
Definition
1. Identification of Armed forces personnel as well as civilians.
2. Estate, Insurance, Legal, and Psychological considerations.
3. Manpower and Intelligence.
Term
How long is it before a person can be decleard legally dead?
Definition
7 years
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What is the most common method of identification?
Definition
Visual
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What are the drawbacks to Visual ID?
Definition
In cases of Fire, Illness, Decomposition or Water Immersion.
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What is an unreliable means of ID in a Medico-Legal death investigation?
Definition
Visual ID.
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