Learning Overview:

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This workshop spans the timeline of forensic odontology—bridging the lessons of past casework with innovative methodologies that are shaping the future of the discipline. Through focused presentations by international experts, participants will explore the evolving role of dental evidence in human identification, age estimation, criminal investigations, and the analysis of missing and unidentified persons.

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With practical case examples and discussion of advanced techniques, the workshop provides participants with a comprehensive understanding of how dental science supports the justice system. Whether working in mass disaster contexts, medico-legal autopsies, or everyday casework, forensic odontologists continue to play a critical and expanding role.

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Upon completion of this workshop, participants will:

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1. Recognize the core functions of forensic odontology within the broader forensic sciences.

2. Understand the application of dental profiling in unidentified and missing persons cases.

3. Gain insight into age estimation methodologies using dentition.

4. Appreciate the international scope and contribution of forensic odontologists in mass fatality events.

5. Be equipped with real-world case insights and practical strategies to apply in their professional settings.

 

Impact Statement:

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Forensic odontology is a vital and scientifically robust discipline that provides critical identification data in both routine and large-scale forensic cases. This workshop emphasizes how dental evidence has contributed across decades to truth-seeking efforts and outlines the trajectory of the field as it adapts to technological advancements. Participants will benefit from the wisdom of globally recognized practitioners and leave with tools to integrate odontology more fully into interdisciplinary forensic investigations.

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Program Description:

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This focused workshop will include the following expert-led sessions:

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• "Dental Profiling: The Art of Post-Mortem Dental Analysis"
  Presenter: Prof. Dr. Emilio Nuzzolese (Italy)
  A presentation of methodologies and practical considerations in building a post-mortem dental profile for identification purposes.

• "Case by Case: The Contribution of Forensic Odontology"
  Presenter: Prof. Dr. Emilio Nuzzolese (Italy)
  An overview of forensic dental identification cases.

• "Aging with Accuracy: Modern Approaches to Dental Age Estimation"
  Presenter: Dr. Hemlata Pandey (India)

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A detailed look at contemporary techniques for age estimation using dental structures in both living and deceased individuals.

 

This workshop is ideal for forensic pathologists, odontologists, anthropologists, identification specialists, students, and legal professionals interested in the integration of dental evidence into forensic protocols. Join us in discovering how forensic odontology continues to trace the past and shape the future of justice.