Utility of Computers in Forensic Odontology

The use of computers to analyse dental records and other evidence in forensic investigations. It is a rising field and has tremendous applications in mass mishaps, earthquakes, and terrorism. A computer is a versatile unit that is portable and can store huge amounts of data that can be retrieved at appropriate times or whenever required. In addition to being fast, the computers are also accurate and highly consistent. Dental characteristics are well suited to computer comparison based on data available from ante-mortem records and postmortem remains. Several programs have been used for matching dental records.