WorksheetsForensic Odontology
Total questions: 17
Worksheet time: 14mins
Bonelike covering of the portion of the tooth the extends into the bone (the root); attaches the tooth to the periodical ligament, a connective tissue that anchors the tooth to the bone.
Dentin
Crown
Pulp
Cementum
The portion of the tooth that is covered in enamel and is situated above the gum.
Neck
Crown
Pulp
Enamel
Softer connective tissue that composes the innermost portion of the tooth; contains nerves and blood vessels.
Dentin
Pulp
Enamel
Root
Which of the following lists bite mark analysis steps in the correct order?
Photograph the area with a ruler near the injury, Area is swabbed for microorganisms, Area is swabbed for traces of saliva, Impressions of the bite mark are made.
Photograph the area with a ruler near the injury, Area is swabbed for traces of saliva, Area is swabbed for microorganisms, Impressions of the bite mark are made.
Photograph the area with a ruler near the injury, Impressions of the bite mark are made, Area is swabbed for microorganisms, Area is swabbed for traces of saliva.
Impressions of the bite mark are made, Photograph the area with a ruler near the injury, Area is swabbed for microorganisms, Area is swabbed for traces of saliva.
Development of a child’s teeth can help estimate the age of a young victim.
True
False
Which of the following is NOT an example of unique charcteristics of teeth?
staining
dental erosion
tooth wear patterns
number of teeth
Which of the following is one of the primary goals of forensic odontology?
Identify a victim by comparing the teeth to the dental records of known missing people.
To perform autopsies.
To analyze the insect bites on the body.
To determine whether the remains are female or male.
Which two are difficulties with bite mark analysis?
saliva
stretching/distortion
cavities
wrongfully convicted suspects
Why might we need to take early action/ recognition of bite marks?
Foreign bodies from the teeth may enter the blood stream and infect the recipient
The suspect may have time to clean up the evidence
Healing might occur and can change the shape of marking
Saliva left behind may be washed away
Who is this guy?
The "Rock" Johnson
Ted Bundy
Jack the Ripper
Jeffrey Dahmer
How many teeth does a normal adult human have?
20
40
32
26
How does tooth identification compare to fingerprints? (compare and contrast)
What part of the tooth is a good place to get a sample for mtDNA?
In forensic odontology, the term "ante-mortem" refers to:
Dental records created after death
Dental injuries sustained after death
Dental records created before death
Dental restoration techniques
In forensic odontology, what is the significance of enamel?
It helps in determining the color of the teeth
It is used to diagnose gum diseases
It is the hardest substance in the body and resists decomposition
It provides nutrients to the tooth
Which of the following is a challenge in using dental records for identification?
Teeth are too similar across individuals
Dental records may not be up to date
Teeth do not survive postmortem conditions
Dental records are not legally admissible
Assessment of bite marks should be done
After 48 hrs
After 72 hrs
Immediately or within 24 hrs
After 100 hrs
