Journal Published Online: 01 October 1986
Volume 31, Issue 4

Analysis of Photographic Distortion in Bite Marks: A Report of the Bite Mark Guidelines Committee

CODEN: JFSCAS

Abstract

Some degree of distortion is found in all bite marks. That distortion can be caused by photographic methods of recording the mark, by the dynamics of the bite, or by artifaction. All types of distortion complicate the process of matching marks to dentition, thus making it important to understand the distortion and, if possible, correct or allow for it. A method of analyzing photographically distorted bite patterns is presented, future research directions are suggested, and evidence-gathering standards are stressed.

Author Information

Rawson, RD
Clark County, North Las Vegas, NV
Vale, GL
U.S.C. School of Dentistry, Los Angeles, CA
Herschaft, EE
Odontology Section, American Academy of Forensic Sciences, Charleston, SC
Sperber, ND
University of Texas and San Jose State University, CA
Dowell, S
Los Angeles County Medical Examiners' Office
Pages: 8
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Stock #: JFS11904J
ISSN: 0022-1198
DOI: 10.1520/JFS11904J