ISSN: 0022-1198
CODEN: JFSCA
Page Count: 8

The Use of Videotape to Demonstrate the Dynamics of Bite Marks
Frair, J

West, MH
Forensic odontologist and deputy medical examiner investigator, Mississippi Medical Examiners Office, MS

(Received 19 January 1988; accepted 28 April 1988)

Abstract

Traditionally, bite mark photographs have been used to study statically a dynamic event. With the advent of the compact video camcorder, odontologists can now document bite marks on video tape and, in some instances, with the model of the suspect's dentition, may be able to record the dynamics of a bite on human flesh. A review of two cases and equipment used is discussed.

Keywords:
odontology, bite marks, photography, videotapes

Paper ID: JFS12614J
DOI: 10.1520/JFS12614J
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