Forensic Odontology: Unlocking the Secrets of Dental Evidence

Question 1

Which technique is not employed in forensic odontology?

Accepted Answer

Fingerprint examination

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Dental age estimation

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Forensic DNA analysis of dental pulp

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Bite mark analysis and comparison

Question 2

Which dental record serves as the primary resource for forensic identification?

Accepted Answer

Dental charts

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Radiographs

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Patient photographs

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Treatment plans

Question 3

What is the primary reason for conducting a bite mark analysis in forensic cases?

Accepted Answer

Identification of individuals

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Injury pattern determination

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Age estimation

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Reconstruction of crime scenes

Question 4

In a criminal investigation involving a victim with bite marks, outline the steps a forensic odontologist would undertake to analyze the marks and identify potential suspects.

Accepted Answer

Compare the bite marks to dental records of known suspects.

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Estimate the victim's age based on the bite marks.

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Determine the type of animal that attacked the victim using the bite marks.

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Extract DNA from the bite marks for suspect identification.

Question 5

Which technique used in forensic odontology is NOT utilized for identification?

Accepted Answer

Fingerprinting

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Bite mark analysis

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Palatal rugae pattern comparison

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Dental radiograph interpretation

Question 6

What is the primary purpose of studying dental wear patterns in forensic odontology?

Accepted Answer

To determine an individual's approximate age

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To identify potential suspects in bite mark cases

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To estimate time since death

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To assess overall dental health

Question 7

Which type of dental record is most commonly used for forensic identification?

Accepted Answer

Dental chart

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Medical history

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Panoramic radiograph

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Treatment plan

Question 8

What is the term for the unique pattern of ridges and grooves on the roof of the mouth, often used for identification?

Accepted Answer

Palatal rugae

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Odontogram

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Dental arch

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Maxillary arch

Question 9

Which of the following is a known limitation of bite mark analysis?

Accepted Answer

It can be challenging to obtain clear and comparable bite marks

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Forensic odontologists can determine the exact age of the individual who made the bite mark

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Bite marks remain unchanged over time, simplifying identification

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There is a scientific consensus on the reliability of bite mark analysis

Question 10

What is the primary role of a forensic odontologist in a mass disaster response?

Accepted Answer

To identify victims using dental records and other methods

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To provide emergency dental care to survivors

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To collect DNA evidence

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To assess the overall health of the population

Question 11

What term describes the process of examining and comparing two bite marks to determine if they were made by the same person?

Accepted Answer

Bite mark analysis

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Odontometry

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Forensic odontology

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Dental forensics

Question 12

Which of the following is NOT a primary purpose of forensic odontology?

Accepted Answer

Treatment of dental injuries

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Identification of individuals

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Analysis of bite marks

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Age estimation in the living

Question 13

Which of the following factors is NOT considered when using dental development to estimate age?

Accepted Answer

Medical history

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Dental eruption sequence

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Root development

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Tooth wear

Question 14

Which type of bite mark analysis involves comparing the shape and size of a bite mark to a suspect's teeth?

Accepted Answer

Static comparison

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Dynamic comparison

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Radiographic comparison

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Microscopic comparison

Question 15

What is the primary responsibility of forensic odontologists in a mass disaster?

Accepted Answer

Identify victims using dental records

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Analyze bite marks

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Estimate the age of victims

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Provide dental treatment to victims

Question 16

What is the key difference between antemortem and postmortem dental records?

Accepted Answer

Antemortem records are taken before death, while postmortem records are taken after death

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Postmortem records are usually more complete than antemortem records

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Antemortem records are often used for age estimation

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There is no difference between antemortem and postmortem dental records

Question 17

What is the significance of dental pulp in forensic odontology?

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It contains DNA that can be used for identification

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It can be used to provide information about the individual's diet

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It can help with age estimation

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It is not significant in forensic odontology

Question 18

Which of the following techniques is NOT commonly used in forensic odontology?

Accepted Answer

DNA analysis

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Dental radiography

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Bite mark analysis

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Age estimation techniques

Question 19

What is a primary function of forensic odontology?

Accepted Answer

Identifying individuals using dental records

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Examining fingerprints for identification

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Investigating cases involving arson

Question 20

Which of the following is not a core subtopic of Forensic Odontology?

Accepted Answer

DNA Profiling

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Dental Identification

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Bite Mark Analysis

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Age Estimation

Question 21

Which of the following is NOT a core application of forensic odontology?

Accepted Answer

Drug testing

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Bite mark analysis

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Individual identification

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Age estimation

Question 22

What is the most common source of dental records utilized in forensic odontology investigations?

Accepted Answer

Dental office charts and patient records

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School health records

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Military dental records

Question 23

Which technique is commonly used to compare dental impressions to establish a match or exclude a suspect?

Accepted Answer

Odontometrics (numerical comparison of tooth characteristics)

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Photogrammetry

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Cheiloscopy

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Anthropometry

Question 24

What primary factor significantly affects the accuracy and reliability of bite mark analysis?

Accepted Answer

Condition and clarity of the bite mark wound

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Type and size of teeth involved

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Age and dental condition of the individual

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Time elapsed since the bite was inflicted

Question 25

What is the most widely accepted method for identifying human remains using dental records?

Accepted Answer

Ante-mortem and post-mortem dental record comparison

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Superimposition

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DNA analysis

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Facial reconstruction

Question 26

Which organization is responsible for accrediting forensic odontologists in the United States?

Accepted Answer

American Board of Forensic Odontology (ABFO)

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National Forensic Science Technology Center (NFSTC)

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American Dental Association (ADA)

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National Association of Dental Examiners (NADE)

Question 27

What is the anticipated future trend for forensic odontology?

Accepted Answer

Increased utilization of technology and data analytics

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Decline in demand due to advances in facial recognition

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Exclusive focus on bite mark analysis

Question 28

In forensic odontology, which technique is employed to identify individuals?

Accepted Answer

Comparison of dental radiographs

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Blood typing

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Fingerprint analysis

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DNA profiling

Question 29

What is the term for the unique pattern of ridges and depressions on the surface of a tooth, crucial for bite mark analysis?

Accepted Answer

Striae

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Fractures

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Abrasions

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Bruises

Question 30

During age estimation using dental development, which factor can significantly influence the accuracy of the assessment?

Accepted Answer

Genetic variations

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Frequency of dental visits

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Tooth brushing habits

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Dental hygiene practices

Question 31

Which of the following characteristics is associated with a Class II bite mark?

Accepted Answer

Overjet

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Crossbite

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Open bite

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Underbite

Question 32

What is the primary role of forensic odontologists in the identification of disaster victims?

Accepted Answer

To provide dental identification when traditional methods are inconclusive

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To conduct autopsies

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To interview witnesses

Question 33

Which of the following is an example of dental evidence commonly used in forensic investigations?

Accepted Answer

Saliva

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Handwriting

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Footprints

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Fingernails

Question 34

In handling and storing dental records, what is a key ethical responsibility of forensic odontologists?

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Maintaining strict confidentiality

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Sharing data exclusively with law enforcement

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Destroying records after a case is closed

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Releasing records to the public upon request

Question 35

How does forensic odontology contribute significantly to the criminal justice system?

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It can provide vital evidence for identification, conviction, or exoneration

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It is exclusively applicable in high-profile cases

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It can completely replace other forensic disciplines

Question 36

Which of the following is NOT a primary application of forensic odontology?

Accepted Answer

Blood analysis

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Disaster victim identification

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Bite mark analysis

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Identification of individuals

Question 37

Which of the following techniques is commonly employed in the analysis of bite marks?

Accepted Answer

Overlay comparison

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Spectroscopic examination

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DNA profiling

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Chemical analysis

Question 38

What is the approximate age range that can be estimated using dental development parameters?

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Birth to 25 years

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Birth to 18 years

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5 to 30 years

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10 to 40 years

Question 39

Which ethical principle should be prioritized when utilizing forensic odontology for disaster victim identification?

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Respect for the deceased

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Timeliness and efficiency

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Cost-effectiveness

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Accuracy and reliability

Question 40

What is a primary role of a forensic odontologist in a criminal investigation?

Accepted Answer

To identify victims and suspects through dental records and analysis

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To collect DNA evidence

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To investigate ballistics

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To analyze fingerprints

Question 41

Which of the following is a limitation of forensic odontology techniques?

Accepted Answer

Bite mark analysis can be subjective and open to interpretation

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Age estimation is always accurate and precise

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Dental records are always readily available

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Forensic odontologists are highly specialized and not widely accessible

Question 42

What is the main purpose of creating a dental age profile?

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To estimate an individual's age range based on dental development patterns

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To diagnose dental abnormalities or diseases

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To develop a personalized dental treatment plan

Question 43

What are the primary ethical responsibilities of a forensic odontologist?

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To maintain confidentiality, avoid conflicts of interest, and act with integrity and impartiality

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To prioritize financial incentives

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To work exclusively with law enforcement agencies

Question 44

Which of the following is NOT a pertinent role of forensic odontologists?

Accepted Answer

Formulating treatment plans

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Interpreting bite mark impressions

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Determining an individual's identity

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Establishing age estimations

Question 45

Which technique is commonly used in forensic odontology to estimate age based on teeth?

Accepted Answer

Cameriere's method

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DNA sequencing

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Carbon-14 dating

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Radiocarbon dating

Question 46

In disaster victim identification, what primary role do forensic odontologists play?

Accepted Answer

Matching dental records to unidentified remains

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Determining the cause of death

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Providing medical care to survivors

Question 47

When utilizing dental records for identification purposes, which ethical considerations should be prioritized?

Accepted Answer

Respect for the deceased and ensuring confidentiality

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Prioritizing speed over accuracy

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Disregarding records if they do not perfectly match

Question 48

What is the international organization that establishes guidelines and standards for forensic odontology?

Accepted Answer

International Association of Forensic Odontology (IAFO)

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World Health Organization (WHO)

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American Board of Forensic Odontology (ABFO)

Question 49

Which of the following is a primary responsibility of forensic odontologists in criminal investigations?

Accepted Answer

Identifying individuals through the analysis of dental records

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Determining the cause of death

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Analyzing handwriting samples

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Examining fingerprints

Question 50

Which technique is primarily used by forensic odontologists to analyze bite marks?

Accepted Answer

Comparison microscopy

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Serology

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Gas chromatography

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DNA profiling

Question 51

What is the significance of dental wear patterns in forensic odontology?

Accepted Answer

They can provide clues about an individual's occupation, habits, and medical history

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They are only useful for identifying individuals

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They can determine the cause of death

Question 52

Which of the following is a limitation of using dental records for identification purposes?

Accepted Answer

Dental records may not be available for all individuals

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Dental records are highly reliable

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Dental records provide conclusive evidence for identification

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Dental records can be used in all cases of unidentified bodies

Question 53

What is the term for the scientific process used to interpret bite marks and determine who created them?

Accepted Answer

Odontometry

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Osteology

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Dactylography

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Serology

Question 54

Which of the following factors can affect the accuracy of age estimation based on dental development?

Accepted Answer

Nutritional status and genetic variations

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Dental hygiene practices only

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Trauma history only

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Gender only

Question 55

What is the primary role of the American Board of Forensic Odontology (ABFO)?

Accepted Answer

To certify forensic odontologists and maintain standards in the field

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To provide legal assistance to forensic odontologists

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To conduct research and develop forensic odontology techniques

Question 56

Which of the following is a common application of forensic odontology in the identification of victims of mass disasters?

Accepted Answer

Comparing dental records of the deceased to ante-mortem records

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Analyzing fingerprint patterns

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Examining DNA evidence

Question 57

What ethical considerations should be taken into account when using forensic odontology techniques?

Accepted Answer

Respect for the deceased, confidentiality of patient records, and ensuring accuracy of interpretations

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Cost-effectiveness only

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Legal implications only