ISSN: 0022-1198
CODEN: JFSCA
Page Count: 7

Computerized Axial Tomography as an Aid in Bite Mark Analysis: A Case Report
Stephens, D
CAT scanning technician, Redding Medical Center, CA

Rawson, RD
Chief forensic dentist, Clark County Coroner's Office, NV

Steffens, RS
Chief, Redding Medical Center, CA

Farrell, WL
Odontologist, Shasta County Sheriff's and Coroner's Office, CA

(Received 21 January 1986; accepted 8 April 1986)

Abstract

A case is presented to demonstrate the use of computerized axial tomography (CAT) to develop precise registration of incisal edges for comparison to bite marks. Emphasis is drawn to the availability of CAT Scanning equipment and the importance of understanding its use as an adjunct or alternative to already accepted methods of incisal registration.

Keywords:
odontology, bite marks, tomography, computerized axial tomographic scan, computerized tomographic scan, computerized tomography, computer aided tomography, computerized axial tomography, dentistry

Paper ID: JFS12354J
DOI: 10.1520/JFS12354J
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